Trunk bins are storage areas available to all residential students, located in the basement of each residence hall. The assignment of these bins is managed by each hall director. To obtain a trunk bin assignment, students must complete the trunk bin agreement available on the MyCottey portal under the Student Life tab. After signing the agreement, a hall director will assist with bin assignment. Assignments are made for two terms: the academic year and the summer, with a separate agreement required for each term.
Students are advised to lock their bins with a personal lock and to box, label, and store items properly within the bins. Perishable, flammable, illegal, or hazardous materials are not permitted in trunk bins. College officials may inspect bins if there is reasonable cause to suspect the presence of prohibited items. Items left outside trunk bins will be removed by Physical Plant personnel and sold at the scholarship auction.
In addition to trunk bins, storage space for student organization items is located in a room adjacent to the Reeves recreation room. Additionally, closets for luggage, decorations, and frequently used items are available on most residence hall floors. Students are responsible for cleaning these closets, and empty boxes should not be stored in these areas.