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Suggested Checklist of What You Need to Bring When You Move In

BARE NECESSITIES

  • Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Razor
  • Brush, Comb & Hair Care Products
  • Bedding (special packages available for purchase online)
    • Pillow(s), Comforter and/or Blanket
    • Sheets and Pillowcases
      (2 sets - X-long twin)
    • Mattress Pad (X-long twin)
  • Alarm Clock Radio w/Battery Back-Up
  • Telephone
  • Phone Cards or Calling Card for
    Long-Distance Service
  • Towels
  • Shower Slippers
  • Multi-plug Power Strip

ACADEMIC SUPPLIES

  • Pens, Highlighters & Notebooks
  • Pencils & Pencil Sharpener
  • Dictionary/Thesaurus Set
  • Calculator
  • Typewriter/Computer
  • Scissors, tape, etc.
  • Stapler & Staples
  • Stationary, Stamps & Envelopes
  • Pencil Sharpener
  • Computer Disks
  • Computer Paper

LAUNDRY TIME

  • Laundry Bag
  • Drying Rack
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Detergent/Fabric Softener

TRAVEL NEEDS

  • Back Pack
  • Travel Tote (Duffle)
  • Toiletry Organizer

STORAGE NEEDS

  • Hangers for Shirts, Pants, Skirts, etc.
  • Small Stackable Crates
  • Shoe Racks
  • Underbed Storage

SNACK TIME

  • Plastic Bowl, Dish, Mug, Silverware
  • Coffee Maker
  • Small Refrigerator
  • Microwave (400 watts maximum)
  • Cookware (for use only in kitchens)

ITEMS MOST OVERLOOKED

  • Winter Coat & Boots
  • Gloves & Stocking Hat
  • Raincoat & Umbrella
  • Bathrobe
  • Telephone/Address Book
  • Waste Paper Basket
  • First Aid Kit
  • Thermometer
  • Dust Buster/Broom
  • Sewing Kit
  • Fan
  • Bed Lamp
  • Flashlight & Batteries
  • Lock Box (for valuables)
  • Room Decorations
  • House Plants

WHAT NOT TO BRING

  • Extension Cords (use a surge protector power strip)
  • Hot Pots/Open Element Items
  • Candles or Incense
  • Halogen Lamps
 
 
 

Last Updated 1/27/07