As you prepare for your arrival into the residence halls, it's important to consider what you made need for your home away from home. Below is a list of suggested items for incoming residential students.
- Hangers
- Alarm clock
- Important papers (financial aid, driver's license, medical insurance social security card)
- Desk supplies
- Desk or bed lamp (Halogen Lamps are NOT permitted)
- Stationery
- Message board
- Snack food
- Basic tools (ratchet set for lofting the beds)
- Telephone (there is one phone line provided in each room)
- Linens for standard twin-size mattresses
- Mattress pad cover
- Iron
- Stereo - with headphones
- Small refrigerator (less than 5 cubic feet)
- George Forman Grill
- Microwave
- Dishes
- Posters and decorations for the room
- Fan for use in summer months
- Bathroom essentials
Items Not Permitted in the Residence Halls
Due to safety considerations, the following items are not allowed in the residence halls:
- Candles
- Any appliance with an open heating coil
- Refrigerators greater than 5 cubic feet
- Weapons of any kind
- Halogen lamps