Moving in.Department of Residential Life


We understand the stress that can go along with preparing for University life. So we devised a list of items you should think about bringing (and items you should leave at home). If you end up forgetting something, don't worry. Many items can be purchased at our University bookstore.

What to bring:

Personal Items:
Face cloths / hand towels / large bath towel
Bathrobe
Flip-flops for shower
Container to carry items to shower
Soap / soap holder
Shampoo / conditioner
Deodorant
Toothbrush / toothbrush holder
Toothpaste / dental floss
Lotions / brushes / combs
Razors / shaving cream / aftershave
Kleenex / q-tips / cotton balls
Tampons / sanitary napkins
First Aid Kit
Blow dryer / curling iron
Window fan
Back pack / duffel bag
Journal, address book, calendar
Teddy bear or stuffed animal (YES, its OK!)

Laundry List:
Laundry basket / laundry bag
Detergent / fabric softener sheets / stain stick / bleach or substitute
Iron Out or Oxy Clean

Desk:
Computer, word processor or typewriter
Computer paper
Blank floppy discs, cds
Printer / ink cartridges
Calculator / batteries
Index cards, notebooks, 3-ring binders
Scissors, pencil sharpener, ruler
Hole punch, stapler / staples
Dictionary / thesaurus
Desk drawer organizer
Pens, pencils, markers, highlighters
Desk lamp, desk blotter

Clothing for every season!!!
Socks / underwear
Sweatshirts / sweatpants
Raincoat / umbrella
Light Jacket
Swimsuit / beach towel
Shoes, sneakers, sandals
Shorts, t shirts
One dressy outfit  

Winter Wear:
Winter jacket, hat, gloves, scarf,
Polar Fleece vest or jacket
Boots, heavy socks
Sweaters

Room Needs:
Analog Phone
TV, DVD player
Recordable DVDs
Stereo / headphones
Rent a Microfridge or 3 cubic ft fridge
Alarm clock
Posters / favorite photos
Iron / ironing board
Can opener, small set of tools
Glasses, cups
Small mirror
Food storage containers / chip clips
Paper towels
Waste paper basket
Dust pan & brush / electric broom or carpet sweeper
Clothes hangers
Reading light, flashlight / batteries
Curtains with tension rods
Surge protector / extension cords
Whiteboard / Bulletin board
Fish Tanks / fish (25 gal. or less)
Plastic crates or storage containers
Rug/area carpet
Hooks (kind with sticky backs)

Bedding:
Twin sheets extra long - 2 sets
Pillows & Pillowcases
Mattress cover
Blankets / comforter
Foam egg crate padding

Fun Stuff:
Video Game Systems
Frisbee
Nerf balls
Cards
Board Games
Outdoor Gear
Rollerblades
Hobby / craft supplies
Musical instruments
Chess set 

What NOT to bring: 

These items are not allowed:
Air Conditioners
Microwaves
Grills (any type)
Toaster Ovens
Woks
Toasters
Hot Air Poppers
Hot plates
Deep Fryers
Bread Machines

Weapons
Illegal drugs/Paraphernalia
Alcohol
Pets
Candles
Incense
Halogen Lamps
Electric Blankets
Space Heaters
Cinder Blocks