Recommended items to bring for your first few days

Linens/Laundry Supplies – strongly recommend these three items are sent to campus in advance

  • Twin XL sheets
  • Towels
  • Pillow

Toiletries

  • Shower shoes (flip-flops)
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Bath and face soap
  • Travel soap container(s)
  • Toothpaste and toothbrush
  • Dental floss

Clothing (remember to pack light )

  • Pants/jeans
  • Shirts/blouses
  • Shoes/sneakers
  • Light sweaters

Personal Items

  • Umbrella
  • Backpack
  • Water Bottle
  • Laptop
  • Cell phone

Items that can be purchased upon arrival

Linens/Laundry Supplies

  • Comforter/bedspread
  • Clothes hangers
  • Laundry bag/basket
  • Laundry detergent

Office/Desk Supplies

  • Pens and pencils
  • Pencil holder and sharpener
  • Notebooks

Electronics

  • HDMI cord, Ethernet cord for computer
  • Surge protector
  • Extension cords
  • 3-2 prong adapters

Room Needs/Storage

  • Bedside lamp
  • Mini trash can
  • Under-the-bed storage bins
  • Desk lamp
  • Fan
  • Bulletin board and pushpins
  • Dry-erase wall calendar/board
  • Mini toolkit (including screwdriver, hammer,
    wrench)

Shared Items — Check with roommate(s)

  • Audio equipment
  • TV and DVD player
  • Small refrigerator

Clothing

  • Heavy clothing
  • Hats, gloves, scarves

Household and Kitchen Items

  • Paper towels
  • Trash bags
  • Light bulbs
  • All-purpose cleaner
  • Plastic storage bags
  • Food-storage containers
  • Dish soap
  • Tissues
  • Bowl, plate and cup
  • Coffee mug