What to Bring

Suggested Item List for All Residence Hall Students

Linens
Regular mattresses are 36 inches wide and vary in length from 76 to 80 inches. A limited number of extra-long beds (84″) are available (as assigned) for students who are at least 6’5″. Please notify the Residence Life Office if you are 6’5″ or taller and would like to be assigned to a room with a longer bed.
  • Twin Bed Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Mattress Pad (optional)
  • Pillow
  • Bedspread
  • Pillowcase
  • Towels/Washcloths
Optional Small Appliances
  • Alarm Clock
  • Extension Cord (UL approved)
  • Clip-on Study Lamp
  • Outlet Power Bar with Independent Breaker (UL approved)
  • Hair Dryer
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Iron
  • Stereo
  • Telephone
  • Computer
  • Microwave (1100 Watt max)
  • Refrigerator (4.3 Cubic ft. max)
Personal Items
  • Toiletries
  • Plastic Toiletries Carrier (Shower Tote) for those living in Mark Allen or Lee Halls
  • Shower Flip Flops
  • Medicines
School Supplies
  • Small Padlocks (3-4)
  • Sturdy Key Chain
  • Microwave Snacks (popcorn, etc.)
  • Microwave-Safe Cookware
  • Placemat, Bowl, Utensils
  • Plastic Food Containers
  • Laundry Detergent
  • Fabric Softener/Sheets
  • Laundry Basket/Bag
  • First Aid Kit
  • Small Notepad
  • Poster Adhesive (Tacky Tape)
  • Cash for Laundry Card ($5)
  • Sewing Kit
  • Thumbtacks
  • Clothes Hangers
  • Small Flashlight
  • Headphones
  • Drawer Liner Paper
Information Items
  • Emergency Phone numbers at Home
  • Medical Insurance Carrier Info/Policy Number
  • Emergency Contacts for Hall Staff
    • If you have a medical condition of which Hall Staff should be aware, provide a list of prescription medicines and possible symptoms which may occur
Protecting Your Belongings
  • Do not bring expensive items to school
  • Do not keep large amounts of cash in your room
  • Keep valuables out of sight and locked if possible
  • Engrave large items with your driver’s license number and state of issue or student ID number
  • Lock your bike on racks
  • Never leave your room unlocked – your roommate has their own key for access
There will be a lot of people coming and going with boxes, computers, TVs, etc. It is an opportune time for a thief to blend into the crowd and carry out your stuff! As you are making your trips from the parking lot, have someone watch your car and room or lock the doors!