Canisius University Summer Storage Information

by Michael Yates | Feb 27, 2026 | Staff

As we approach the conclusion of the spring semester, we want to share information about summer storage options available for residential and commuter students who may need assistance storing their belongings between academic terms. We recognize that the end of the year can be a particularly stressful time for students and parents alike. Between finishing exams, packing up, moving out, and travelling home, students do not have much time to spare.

Canisius University will continue its partnership with Dorm Room Movers to provide students with convenient summer storage and shipping services. This service is designed to ease the transition at the end of the academic year and reduce the logistical challenges students often face during move-out.

Dorm Room Movers will pick up student belongings directly from campus, store items securely over the summer, and return them prior to the start of the fall semester. Students who are not returning to campus may also arrange for direct shipment of their belongings. Not returning to campus? No worries! Dorm Room Movers can ship your items anywhere in the U.S. and to over 30 countries.

Key Dates:

• Spring 2026 Pick-Up: Friday, May 8
• Fall 2026 Return / Drop-Off: Saturday, August 22

Additional details, including registration instructions and service information, are available on the Canisius website:

https://www.canisius.edu/student-experience/student-life-housing/student-housing/student-housing-faq/canisius-summer-storage

If you or students and families have questions regarding summer storage, please direct them to:

stulife@canisius.edu

Thank you for your continued support of our students.

Sincerely,
Office of Student Life
Canisius University

Canisius Student Leaders and Staff Participate in Mental Health First Aid Training

by Michael Yates | Feb 20, 2025 | Staff

Over the President’s Day holiday break, a dedicated group of student leaders, graduate and undergraduate students, and staff members came together for a full-day professional development session hosted by Student Life. This training, facilitated by experts from the Erie County Department of Health’s Office of Health Equity, focused on mental health first aid (MHFA). Participants received a National MHFA Certification from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. This certification is valid for three years and signifies that the individual has been trained to identify, understand, and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in others. A special thank you to the Office of Health Equity for their partnership in making this important training possible.

What is Mental Health First Aid?

MHFA is an evidence-based training that helps adults provide immediate and practical support to individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. The program aims to reduce fear and hesitation when discussing mental health by improving understanding and offering a clear action plan.

For those interested in learning more about Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and future training opportunities, visit the National Council for Mental Wellbeing website or contact Mike Yates at yatesm@canisius.edu.

Submitted by: Michael Yates, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, Student Life