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DECORATING
posters
two-sided tape for posters
plants and/or fish (no other living organism allowed)
pillows (one for bed, others for comfort)
small couch and chairs are permissible-- although they are not necessary, they make life more comfortable.
anything to make your room yours
rugs
KITCHEN/FOOD
refrigerator
hotpot--Remember having a microwave is against the rules unless it is on the Micro-fridge.
plastic cups, coffee mugs, glasses
forks, knives, spoons
plates
storage containers
paper towels
coffee pot WITH AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
water bottle
dishwashing liquid
tea or instant drink mix
*And as much food as you can steal from your house while your parents are still paying for it!
TOILETRIES
tissues
shampoo, etc. (stock up while you’re at home)
aspirin
cold medicine
extra soap
toothbrush holder
some sort of container to carry stuff to the shower
band-aids and first aid ointments (the dorm does have a first aid kit but there are limited supplies)
shower shoes
ELECTRICAL STUFF
light bulbs
batteries
fans--very important during summer months
alarm clock
lamps
iron
extension cords/power strips (must be orange with surge protector)
radio/stereo
headphones for stereo
NO HALOGEN LIGHTS
MONEY
Cash to put on chip for laundry ($1.00 to wash, 25 cents to dry)
extra checks
program dues, $60.00 (to be paid before ASAP!) for fun activities the first few days before classes start
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES
it is very helpful to have a computer (University recommends laptops, they will be required by Fall 2007)
extra ink cartridges for your printer, if you have one.
computer paper – lots of it
envelopes
stamps
highlighters
calendar/daily planner
scissors
tape
dictionary and Thesaurus
pens and pencils
CLOTHES
raincoat, umbrella
extra hangers
bathrobe
swimsuit
heavy coat for winter
MISCELLANEOUS
hammer, nails, tacks, pushpins
extra long twin bed sheets
clothes drying rack (there’s one in the room but you might want another one)
bulletin board
memo board, eraser and extra markers
trash can and bags
laundry basket
at least two towels
broom or vacuum cleaner (the dorm has a vacuum cleaner you can use)
all purpose or glass cleaner
laundry detergent, fabric softener
games and athletic equipment (frisbee, tennis racket, etc.)
records, tapes, CDs, DVDs, camera
favorite things you keep for sentimental value
duct tape
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