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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.

What does residential life provide in my room?

  • An “extra-long” single bed, 36”x80” mattress
  • 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
  • Ethernet connection and/or wireless connection
  • Microfridge
  • 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, CO  80946

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