WHAT TO BRING
Here is a recommended checklist for incoming students.
Of course every student may have different needs, but this gives you a good start. Items we consider essential are starred*
Make sure to consult your roommate to avoid purchasing doubles of items like lamps or appliances!
-Keepsakes
photo albums and scrapbooks
pictures
stuffed animals
yearbook
-Bed and Bath
Mattress Pad*
Pillow and Pillow Cases *
Extra-Long Twin Sheets*
Comforter*
Blanket*
Towels and Washcloths*
Shower Shoes/Flip flops*
Shower Caddy
Throw Rugs
Desk Lamp & bulbs (non-halogen)
Floor lamp&bulbs(non-halogen)
hangers
mirror-full length
Trash can liners(8 gal.)
Posters
-Laundry Supplies
detergent
dryer sheets
drying rack
fabric softener
iron (auto shut off)
ironing board
laudry bag/basket
-hygiene supplies
cleaning supplies
ear plugs
first aid kit
electronic thermometer
_personal hygiene products/Toiletries*
soap/shampoo hair products/hair dryer
toothbrush/toothpaste shower Caddy/Shower Shoes
Shaving Accessories Makeup/Moisturizers
Prescription Medications*
-Identification/Money
ATM card*
Checkbook*
Credit Cards*
Drivers License*
Insurance Cards*
Passport/Visa
Social SEcurity Card
Lock Box
_Electronics
alarm clock
camera
cds
music player
cell phone&charger
computer/ laptop - Don't forget the laptop's charger and locking cable.
Ethernet Cable
DVD player*(w/ remote and user manual)
Gaming system
power strip w/ surge protector (UL approved)
Printer& Ink cartridges
computer paper
TV(w/remote and user manual)
TV coaxial cable (6-10 feet)
_Miscellaneous
backpack
(pens/pencils, scissosrs/stapler, spiral notebooks,tape/post-its, calculator, Dictionary/Thesaurus
3MTM Command TM adhesive products!
Calendar
Message Board (Dry erase board)
flashlight
plastic food storage containers with sealing lids
dishware/silverware
can opener
water filter pitcher
umbrella/raingear
trunk (convenient storage and coffee table in one)
sports equipment (ex. bicycle, rackets, balls)
sunglasses
fan (large and/or clip)