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Packing List
This University Residences packing list is pulled directly from the
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(items indicated in bold text), along with some other recommended items. Select ‘i’ to select categories or more details, then start checking things off! See list below for items to leave at home.
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Item (click 'i' for more details)
Status
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Details
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Bedding
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Pillow, bed linens and blanket (not electric) for a regular twin bed - 36" x 78"
🙏🏼 Borrow it
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Pillow cases
🏠 Have it
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Comforter or duvet
🏠 Have it
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Sheet set
🏠 Have it
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Mattress pad/topper
🏠 Have it
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Bathroom / Shower
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Shower shoes
🏠 Have it
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Shower caddy
🏠 Have it
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Bathrobe
$ Buy it
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Toiletries
🏠 Have it
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Towels and wash cloths
🏠 Have it
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Tech
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Computer, laptop, tablet
🏠 Have it
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Mobile phone
🏠 Have it
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Headphones
🏠 Have it
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Charging cords, cables, and adapters
🏠 Have it
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Gaming console
🏠 Have it
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UL-listed extension cords/surge protectors
🏠 Have it
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Alarm clock
🏠 Have it
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Health / Personal Care
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Personal prescriptions
🏠 Have it
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Glasses and contact lens supplies
🏠 Have it
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Preferred over-the-counter medications
🏠 Have it
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Reusable face coverings/masks
🏠 Have it
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Hand sanitizer
🏠 Have it
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Thermometer
🏠 Have it
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Tissues
🏠 Have it
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Sunscreen
🏠 Have it
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Cleaners (see ‘i’ for more details)
🏠 Have it
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First aid kit
🏠 Have it
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Cleaning / Laundry
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Laundry basket
🏠 Have it
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Dryer sheets and fabric softener
🏠 Have it
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Clothes hangers
🏠 Have it
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Clothes iron, ironing board/mat
🏠 Have it
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Cleaning supplies
🏠 Have it
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Kitchen / Appliances
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Reusable bowl, plate, cup/mug, and utensils
🏠 Have it
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Reusable food-storage containers
🏠 Have it
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Reusable water bottle and travel mug
🏠 Have it
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Seasonal
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Winter coat, hat, gloves
🏠 Have it
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Wool socks
🏠 Have it
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Waterproof/resistant shoes or boots
🏠 Have it
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Sport gear (see ‘i’ for more details)
🏠 Have it
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Umbrella
🏠 Have it
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Other
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Academic supplies (backpack, pens, highlighters, notebooks, etc.)
🏠 Have it
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Photo ID, U Card, credit/debit card, insurance cards, emergency contact information
🏠 Have it
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Room decor, like area rugs, art, throw pillows (see ‘i’ for more details)
🏠 Have it
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Board games, books, or other entertainment
🏠 Have it
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Yoga mat or other wellness/workout items
🏠 Have it
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Bike, helmet, headlight, and U bike lock
🏠 Have it
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Fan
🏠 Have it
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Flashlight
🏠 Have it
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🏠 Have it
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🏠 Have it
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🏡 What to leave at home

✔ Provided by University Residences
• Bed
• Mattress
• Curtains (that must stay in place)
• Desk with lamp
• Dresser
• Trash can
• Smoke detector
• Closet and drawer space
• All utilities
• Internet outlets
𝙓 Prohibited Items in Residence Halls
Candles, incense or anything else you would burn (also see Purdue Fire Department info on
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Electric bed warmers
Empty alcohol bottles for decoration
Fireworks
Grills
Halogen lamps
Hoverboards
Paintball guns
Pets (except small fish)
Portable AC units
Toaster ovens or any cooking equipment other than a hot pot or a small microwave oven (for undergraduate residence halls -
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