Things Students Might Need in a Residence Hall

Personal Items

• Twin Bed Linens (80 inches x 36 inches)
• Bath Towels
• Bathrobe or wrap
• Toiletry tote and toiletries
• Flip Flops (for the shower)
• Toilet paper (for suites and apartments)
• Trash can and trash bags
• Laundry bag/basket
• Laundry detergent and fabric softner
• Eating utensils (plates, glasses, bowls, silverware)
• Cooking utensils (pots, pans, etc; for the Community Kitchen)
• Dish soap and other cleaning supplies (broom, dust pan, mop, etc.)
• Sewing Kit
• First Aid Kit
• Alarm Clock
• Umbrella
• Backpack
• Desk or floor lamp (no Halogen lamps)
• Flashlight
• Pictures and/or Posters (may only be hung with poster putty, painters tape, or 3M command strips)
• Computer (network cable and hub)
• Free standing shelves

Items that can or need to be shared by roommates:

• Television and coaxial cable
• VCR/DVD Player
• Telephone and cord
• Microwave (not to exceed 700 watts; one per room/suite)
• Refrigerator (not to exceed 4.5 cubic feet; one per room/suite)
• Stereo
• Extension cords (UL approved) and surge protector

What not to bring:

• Halogen lamps
• Candles, incense, or oil lamps
• Space heaters
• Appliances with an open heating element (such as toasters, hotplates, etc.; George Forman Grills are permitted)
• Fireworks, explosives, flammable liquids (such as gasoline, propane, or starter fluid)
• Firearms and other weapons
• Pets (except fish, 10 gallon tank max)
• Duct Tape
• Bed lofts