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Packing List
Items from this list have been pulled in directly from the
. Add new items, then pick a category. Update the category list if you need to. Items highlighted in green have been purchased or picked up and ready to be packed.
See list below for items to leave at home.
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Bedding
Pillows
🏠 Have it
Pillow cases
🏠 Have it
Extra blanket
🏠 Have it
Comforter or duvet
$ Buy it
Sheet set
$ Buy it
Mattress pad/topper
$ Buy it
Rubber mallet (for loft or bunk bed setup )
🙏🏼 Borrow it
Bathroom / Shower
Towels
🏠 Have it
Washcloths
🏠 Have it
Bathrobe
🏠 Have it
Shower shoes
🏠 Have it
Shower caddy
🏠 Have it
Toiletries
🏠 Have it
Hairdryer and other styling tools
🏠 Have it
Tech
Computer, laptop, tablet
🏠 Have it
Ethernet cord (14-foot minimum length)
🏠 Have it
Mobile phone
🏠 Have it
Headphones
🏠 Have it
Charging cords, cables, and adapters
🏠 Have it
Smart tv and coax cable
🏠 Have it
Gaming console
🏠 Have it
UL-listed extension cords/surge protectors
🏠 Have it
Alarm clock
🏠 Have it
Health / Personal Care
Personal prescriptions
🏠 Have it
Glasses and contact lens supplies
🏠 Have it
Preferred over-the-counter medications
🏠 Have it
First aid kit
🏠 Have it
Reusable face coverings/masks
🏠 Have it
Hand sanitizer
🏠 Have it
Thermometer
🏠 Have it
Tissues
🏠 Have it
Sunscreen
🏠 Have it
Cleaning / Laundry
Laundry basket/bag
🏠 Have it
High-Efficiency detergent (detergent pods are not recommended)
🏠 Have it
Dryer sheets and fabric softener
🏠 Have it
Clothes hangers
🏠 Have it
Collapsible drying rack
🏠 Have it
Clothes iron, ironing board/mat
🏠 Have it
Cleaning supplies
🏠 Have it
Trash bags for the provided trashcan (11-13 gallon bags recommended)
🏠 Have it
Kitchen / Appliances
Reusable bowl, plate, cup/mug, and utensils
🏠 Have it
Reusable food-storage containers
🏠 Have it
Reusable water bottle and travel mug
🏠 Have it
Drip coffee/espresso maker, electric kettle
🙏🏼 Borrow it
Mini Blender
🙏🏼 Borrow it
Air popcorn maker
🏠 Have it
Mini-fridge
🏠 Have it
Microwave
🏠 Have it
Seasonal
Umbrella
🏠 Have it
Winter coat, hat, gloves
🏠 Have it
Wool socks
🏠 Have it
Waterproof/resistant shoes or boots
🏠 Have it
Sport gear
(see details for more rental info)
🏠 Have it
Other
Academic supplies (backpack, pens, highlighters, notebooks, etc.)
🏠 Have it
Photo ID, U Card, credit/debit card, insurance cards, emergency contact information
🏠 Have it
Desk/bedside lamps with LED or CFL light bulbs
🏠 Have it
Fan (for air circulation and white noise)
🏠 Have it
Room decor (string lights, area rugs, art, throw pillows)
(see details re: LED light strips)
🏠 Have it
Board games, books, or other entertainment (some are available to check out at your Information Desk!)
🏠 Have it
Yoga mat or other wellness/workout items
🏠 Have it
Bike, helmet, headlight, and U bike lock
🏠 Have it
🏠 Have it
🏡 What to leave at home
✔ Provided Items
𝙓 Prohibited Items
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