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Random items that you actually will need!! I found that these were the most overlooked items in college packing lists/resources I found online.
Surprising things you need.
Have?
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Item
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1
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Drivers License
Its a form of Id. just bring it, if you have a car on campus bring registration and insurance too.
2
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Insurance
Health insurance card. (drivers/car too if you have a car)
3
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Social Security Card
Applying for jobs, background checks, etc.
4
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Lighting
The lighting in your dorm might be bad, lamps or led lights can help
5
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Cups
Water bottle! You will take this everywhere. Coffee cup if you drink coffee.
6
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celsius essentials live fit
Literally needed. Its in my top two for energy drinks, only one comparable are the reign ones.
7
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Hangers
I suggest the velvet ones and the stackable ones
8
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Uber account
Again, self explanatory.
9
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Heating pad
If you get cramps or anything, nice to have.
10
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air purifier
sickness fixer.
11
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Taser/Pepper spray/alarm
If your campus isn’t the safest.
12
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Batteries
You never know.
13
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Sports equipment
skis, snowboard, etc. Not needed, up to your own discretion.
14
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Paper dishes
If you want them, much better option than glass. Plates, bowls, plastic utensils, etc.
15
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Air mattress
Super helpful if you are expecting guests, can fit inbetween your beds. A lot more comfy than trying to squeeze into a twin dorm bed.
16
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Mini toolkit
any lil tasks
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