What to Bring
There are some items that a room only needs one of so we encourage you and your roommate(s) to to discuss the following items on the list below. We do recommend waiting until your arrival to purchase some items due to the fact that we have a large variation of room sizes. All electrical items must bear the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) seal of approval
It is suggested that you discuss the following items with your roommate(s):
- Stereo and headphones
- Music
- TV, VCR, DVD player
- Standing lamps (halogen lamps are not allowed)
- Microwave (allowed but strongly discouraged)
- Refrigerator (size - 2x2) **we recommend that roommates share a refrigerator**
For your room:
- Bed linen (for extra long twin size bed)
- Pillow
- Comforter/Blankets
- Twin mattress pad (for extra long twin size bed)
- Clothes hangers
- Storage boxes
- First Aid Kit
- Posters
- Alarm clock
- Computer
- Printer
- Ethernet cord
- Phones (phone jacks are provided, although the student is responsible for installation and monthly phone payment)
For the bathroom and shower:
- Towels: full sized and hand towels
- Shampoo, conditioner, soap etc...
- Toothpaste, toothbrush, plastic toothbrush case etc..
- Shower caddy (something to carry toiletries to bathroom)
- Shower shoes (flip-flops are popular)
- Hairdryer, curling iron, brush etc.
- Shaving items
For the laundry room:
- Laundry detergent, dryer sheets and stain remover
- Laundry basket or bag
- Quarters for the washer and dryer
- Ironing board and iron (one with Auto Shut-Off)
- Drying rack
For the kitchen:
- Plates and bowls
- Cups, glasses, mugs etc...
- Utensils for eating and cooking
- Can opener
- Cookie sheet, pots, pans etc...
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cup or spoons
- Sponge and dish soap
Additional items you may want to bring:
- Fan
- Room decorations
- Message board for door
- Camera & photo album
- Stationary
- Envelopes and stamps
- Key chain
- Backpack
- Wastebasket
- Extension cords (we ask that use of these is minimal)
- Power strips (with Surge Protector)
- Flashlight
- Calendar
- All purpose cleaner
- Small vacuum
Leave at home:
- Hot plates
- Bunsen burner
- Electric cookware
- Lamps with halogen light bulbs and multi-head lamps
- Paper lanterns
- Candles
- Incense
- Space heaters
- Air conditioners
- Bed raisers
- Car (student parking is very limited)
- Pets (No pets are allowed in the Residence Halls, including fish)
- Weapons (guns, knives etc...)