Good to Know
What to pack, how to get email and phone service set up, what's in your residence hall, and how meals work. If you're scrolling for one specific thing, use the quick answers below or jump to a section.
Room Basics
Will my phone work in Angwin?
Verizon works best; AT&T is adequate – T-Mobile and Cricket do not
Kitchen Items
When will I know my room assignment?
Early August (apply by July 1)
What NOT to Bring
Can I bring a fridge?
Yes — size cap is 4.5 cu ft and 1.5 amps (180W)
What to Bring to the Residence Hall
All residence hall rooms come furnished (bed, dresser, desk, desk chair, and closet). Other residence hall amenities include:
- Twin beds/bunk beds (regular length)
- Closets and dressers
- Desks and chairs
- Carpet (except for portions of Andre Hall and the north wing of Winning Hall)
- Wireless internet service
- Laundry rooms
- Overhead lighting
- Floor community rooms, complete with a kitchenette
- Mailboxes
- Common area cleaning (halls, community bathrooms, and community rooms)
Additional for women's halls:
- Window coverings
- Suite bathrooms
Room Basics
- Twin bedding (sheets, comforter, pillows)
- Mattress pad
- Laundry basket & detergent
- Power strip (surge protector)
- Towels & washcloths
- Hangers
- Desk lamp
- Fan
- Command hooks/strips
- Shower caddy & flip flops
School Supplies
- Laptop & charger
- Notebooks, pens, highlighters
- Backpack
- Calculator
- Whiteboard or wall calendar
Kitchen Items
- Microwave-safe dishes, bowl, mug
- Reusable water bottle
- Small fridge (check PUC rules for size limits)
- Utensils
Documents & Essentials
- ID (driver’s license/passport)
- Insurance card
- Health forms
- Any medication
Optional Comfort & Fun
- Rug or throw blanket
- Photos or posters
- Mini speaker
- Bike & lock
- Games or hobby supplies
- Devotional or journal
What NOT to Bring
- Toasters
- Open Stoves
- Halogen Lamps
- Candles
- refer to the Student Handbook for additional information
Accessing Your PUC Email Account
Every student is issued an email account while enrolled at PUC. This account is one of our official means of campus communication and you should routinely monitor it for important campus information, bulletins, announcements, and updates. While some people may already have or choose to use personal email accounts such as Gmail or me.com, only campus addresses will be used for official college communication. The college will send you emails throughout the summer which may have financial information, your room assignment, pre-orientation tasks, and deadlines, so start checking your PUC email at least once a week.
You can access your PUC email account by going to puc.edu, clicking on the “Quick Links” menu at the top of the page, then on “Webmail.” You can also use an email client program such as Microsoft Outlook, Apple Mail, or other software to check your mail.
Your PUC account credentials are also used to log in to Canvas, Flashlight, and Abode HMS, as well as give you access to PUC's subscriptions for Microsoft 365 and Google apps and services.
Don't have a PUC email account yet? You can set one up here: Set Up My Account. Contact ITSS for assistance at 707-965-7000.
Textbooks
The fall quarter textbook list is available at PUC's online bookstore, https://bncvirtual.com/puc. You can search for your textbooks by the course ID of each class. Some titles are available to purchase as an eBook. Additionally, some books are available to rent (be sure to track return deadlines for rental books).
- Some titles are available as eBooks.
- Many books can be rented — just track the return deadline.
- Keep all receipts and invoices in case you need to return anything.
Mobile Phone Service on Campus
Heads up: PUC is in a semi-rural part of Napa County, and Verizon is the only major carrier with reliable service in Angwin. If you're on AT&T or T-Mobile, expect spotty coverage on campus.
On a smaller carrier (MVNO)? Check whose network it actually runs on. Carriers like Visible, Total Wireless, and Spectrum Mobile use Verizon's network and will work fine in Angwin. Carriers using AT&T or T-Mobile networks won't.
Don't want to switch? Campus Wi-Fi is strong, so apps like Google Voice, WhatsApp, or FaceTime can handle most calls and texts over Wi-Fi.
Housing
What's already in your room:
- Twin bed (bunk-able)
- Closet and dresser
- Desk and chair
- Overhead lighting
- Wireless internet
- Carpet (most rooms — check Andre Hall and the north wing of Winning Hall)
- Window coverings (women's halls)
Shared Spaces
Each floor has a community room with a kitchenette. Laundry rooms, mailboxes, and community bathrooms (or suite bathrooms in women's halls) are available. Common areas are cleaned by housekeeping.
Living Off-Campus
Students 22 and younger are required to live on campus unless they apply for and receive approval from the Office of Student Life.
Personal Property Insurance
PUC isn't responsible for damaged or lost personal property. Many families' homeowners or renters policies already cover students living away — check yours first. Options for additional coverage include National Student Services, Inc. and GradGuard.
Dining & Meal Plans
The PUC Café team is proud to be the onsite restaurant at Pacific Union College. We are known for our culinary expertise and commitment to our campus, our community, and our environment. We are culture driven to create food that is alive with flavor and nutrition, and prepared from scratch using authentic ingredients. We do this in a socially responsible manner for the well-being of our guest, communities, and the environment. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered Monday through Friday; brunch and dinner on the weekend. For menus and more, visit puc.cafebonappetit.com.