Residential Life

Below are some commonly asked questions regarding what items are allowed in the residential buildings. The Pathfinder has a complete list of items. If your questions are not answered in the following section, please visit our website or email. Also, feel free to call residential life and housing at (719) 389-6618 for further assistance.

What does residential life provide in my room?

• An “extra-long” single bed, 36”x80” mattress, and mattress protector
• A closet or bureau to hang clothing and a chest of drawers
• A desk and chair
• Draperies or miniblinds
• Mirror
• Wastebasket
• Wall or ceiling light
• Telephone and ethernet connection
• Microfridge (Microfridge flyer (PDF))
• Personal safe

The above items must remain in the student room during the year.

Are there things not provided that I may bring for my room?

• Pillow, bedspread, sheets, and blankets for extra-long bed
• Towels and wash cloths, other personal toiletries
• Telephone (avoid 2.4 GHz cordless phones, as they can interfere with Colorado College’s wireless network.)
• Fans
• UL-approved extension cords and fused surge protector (a must for computers and stereos)
• Clothes hangers
• UL-approved electronics such as computer, lamp, radio, alarm clock, answering machine, coffee maker with automatic shut-off, etc.

Are there items that are prohibited in the residential buildings?

• Electrical appliances: halogen lamps, electric blankets, space heaters, heat lamps, etc.
• No animals, other than fish or crustaceans that live under water.
• Kitchen equipment: hot plates, broilers, additional refrigerator and microwave, toasters, griddles, crock pots, toaster ovens, heating coils, electric frying pans, and blenders.
• Weapons: guns of any kind (pellet guns, paintball guns, air guns), ammunition, smoke devices, bow and arrow, large knives, fireworks, and firecrackers are prohibited.
• Flammable items: incense, candles, gasoline, propane, sterno, and hookahs are prohibited.
• Waterbeds and furniture lofts.
• Excessive amounts of furniture.

Please refer to the Pathfinder for the complete policies.

How to address packages to your student?

Student’s Name
Colorado College
Worner Center           
902 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, Colorado  80946