What to Bring/What not to Bring

Be sure to bring…

• Bed Linens (extra-long twin sheets)
• Comforter/blanket/pillow
• Towels and washcloths
• Alarm Clock
• Headphones for electronics
• Desk lamp  
• Clothes hangers  
• Basic cleaning and laundry supplies  
• Clothes hamper/laundry basket  
• Blow dryer/flat iron/curling iron  
• Hair brush and comb  
• Shampoo/conditioner/soap  
• Toothbrush/toothpaste/floss  
• Cosmetics/shaving supplies  
• Clothes/shoes/flip-flops for shower  
• Pajamas/slippers  
• Athletic/workout clothes  
• Raincoat/umbrella/gloves/earmuffs  
• Winter coat/scarves/boots  
• Bank Account Info/Checks  
• Financial Aid Forms  
• Medical Insurance Cards
• Important Medical Records
• Prescriptions Medications/OTC meds  
• Contact solution  
• First aid kit  
• Filing System  
• Emergency Contact Information  
• Computer/Printer/Thumb Drive
• Ethernet cord for laptop or desktop
• Surge protector power strip  
• Camera  
• Flash light  
• Batteries  
• Toilet Paper  
• Iron – automatic shutoff/board  
• Plates, cups, glasses, eating utensils  
• Can opener/cooking utensils/pans  
• Trash bags

Don’t bring…

• Open Coil Appliances (i.e. hot plates)
• Extension Cords w/o surge protector
• Candles and incense
• Water beds
• Microwave with power greater than 1000 watts
• Halogen Lamps
• Electric Blankets
• Refrigerators larger than 5 cubic feet
• Dart board
• Large Stereo/amplified instruments
• Space heaters
• Expensive jewelry and collectibles
• Fire arms, hunting knives, martial arts equip.
• No pets
• No alcohol themed items or paraphernalia
• Airsoft/Paintball guns
• Hoverboards are not permitted anywhere on campus

For a complete guide to life in our residence halls, read the A to Z guide.