What to Bring

Suggestions of Things Should Bring:

STUDY AIDS

  • USB flash drive
  • Stapler
  • Paper clips
  • Notebooks
  • Folders
  • Calculator
  • Post-it Notes

NECESSITIES

  • New copies of prescriptions
  • Medical cards
  • Physician’s phone number
  • ATM/credit cards
  • ID (Government Issue)
  • Checkbook
  • Cell phone
  • Clothing / Coats / shoes (1 business casual outfit – dress, dress pants, dress shirt, tie, jacket, shoes)
  • Umbrella / rain gear

LINENS

  • Extra-long Twin Bed Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Comforter or bedspread
  • Backrest pillow
  • Towels, washcloths
  • Mattress pad
  • Bed Pillow

LAUNDRY SUPPLIES

  • Clothing basket
  • High-efficiency detergent
  • Fabric softener
  • Dryer sheets
  • Iron
  • Drying rack
  • Clothes hanger
  • Mending kit (needle and thread)
  • Safety pins

CLEANING SUPPLIES

  • Wastebasket
  • Paper towels and napkins
  • Dishwashing liquid
  • Trash bags
  • Bathroom Cleaning Supplies
  • Air freshener

PERSONAL NEEDS

  • Small bucket / shower caddy
  • Hairdryer / flat iron
  • Razor / shaving cream
  • Soap/Shampoo and conditioner
  • Body and face wash / Moisturizer
  • Sunscreen
  • Feminine products
  • Deodorant
  • Aspirin / Cold medication
  • Allergy medication
  • Multi-vitamins
  • Thermometer / First aid kit
  • Cotton swabs/balls / Tissues
  • Manicure kit / nail polish remover
  • Cosmetics
  • Hairbrush / comb
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Flashlight

STUDENT OFFICE SUPPLIES

  • Bulletin board / Message board
  • Curtains
  • Wall posters
  • Plants

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

  • Computer
  • Window Fans
  • TV
  • Refrigerator (less than 3 amps, 4.3 cubic ft.)
  • Room Phone / Cell Phone
  • 1 Power Strip with Surge Protector
  • Light Bulbs
  • Batteries

ENTERTAINMENT

  • Sports equipment
  • Video games and system
  • Earplugs
  • Kindle / books for leisure
  • Headphones

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

  • Backpack or shoulder bag
  • Suitcase or duffel bag
  • Plastic Storage boxes with locks or personal safe
  • Can opener / Kitchen knife(small)
  • Mugs / Drinking glasses
  • Water bottle / Small pitcher
  • Eating utensils
  • Small ice tray

Items Not to Bring

Please note that should any of these items be found in the Residence Halls, it can result in confiscation of the item, fines, disciplinary actions, etc. per the Student Handbook and Housing Contract.  
  • Microwave
  • Air Conditioner
  • Drugs / Alcohol
  • Pets except for fish (limit on 10-gallon tank per room)
  • Wallpaper or Stickable Wall Sayings, Pictures, etc. 
  • Double-sided or Duct Tape / Cellophane Tape Adhesive Backed Wall Coverings / Paint or Stain / Nails or tacks
  • Electric heaters / Space heaters
  • Hot pots / Major electric appliances (including Griddles)
  • Toaster/toaster ovens
  • Lanterns / oil lamps
  • Grills (George Forman type, etc.)
  • Candles / Candle warmers
  • Extension cords/ multi-plug outlets
  • Free weights / chin-up bar / poles
  • Road signs / parking cones
  • Furniture including - Loveseats / Sofas / Sleeper sofas
  • Charcoal / Lighter Fluid
  • Plug-in air fresheners
  • Holiday lights / LED Lights 
  • Popcorn poppers (that use oil)
  • External antennas for TVs
  • Hoverboards
  • Wireless Routers