What to Bring to Campus

• Brush/comb
• Shampoo
• Bath soap
• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Hair dryer
• Flip-flops
• Earplugs
• Shaving equipment
• Any prescription medications

• Laundry soap
• Basket or bag for laundry
• Clothes hangers
• Iron (Ironing boards are provided for each residence area.)

• Extra-long twin sheets
• Pillow
• Pillowcases
• Bedspread or comforter
• Blankets
• Bath & hand towels
• Washcloths
• Twin mattress pad

• Computer
• Stereo, radio, headphones
• CDs
• Printer
• Surge protector

• Alarm clock
• Sewing kit
• Headache/flu medicine
• First Aid supplies
• Mug, glass, plate, knife, spoon, fork, pan
• Full-length mirror
• Small refrigerator (one per room, not to exceed 3.2 cubic feet in size)

• Calendar
• Plants
• Photos, posters (Stick tack is permitted.)
• Message board
• Dry-erase marker
• Lamps or clip-on lights (halogen not permitted.)

TIP: Compare checklists with your roommate before arriving.

A 72-hour kit carrier needs to be something you can grab quickly and carry easily in case you need to walk more than 10 or 20 miles to safety. Storage in a car trunk or easily accessible place in your room is advised. Be realistic about your costs and what you include. You will not be alone if something happens on campus, so if something is missing, you will not be in peril.

Essential items for a kit:

• Emergency reflective ("space") blankets
• Hand and body warm packs
• Poncho
• Wool mittens
• Winter hats
• Flashlight (battery or hand generated)
• Waterproof & windproof matches/lighter
• First aid kit with instant ice packs, and pain relievers if possible
• Assortment of bandages, ointments, gauze pads, hot/cold packs, tweezers, scissors and sanitizer
• Whistle for emergency signal
• Can opener and pocket knife
• Water (i.e., one gallon for each day)
• Chewing gum & hard candy (for stress relief)
• Biohazard bag (optional, or dig a hole in the ground!)
• Garbage bag and plastic ties
• Roll of toilet paper
• Moist towelettes for sanitation
• Travel hand sanitizer
• Handbook (for info on first aid and survival)

Less critical/essential (but beneficial) items:

• Tent
• Blankets
• Extra batteries stored separately in plastic bags
• Dust or filter mask (Recommended for preventing inhalation of airborne particles)
• Travel size bottle of bug spray
• Travel size bottle of sunscreen
• Pepper spray
• Sewing kit
• Pen
• Pad of paper
• Battery powered or hand-crank AM/FM radio
• $20 of small bills
• $5 in quarters & dimes (for phone calls)
• 9 beef or buffalo jerky sticks
• 3,600-calorie food bar
• Canned meat (tuna, sausage sticks, beans, etc.)
• Canned veggies
• Canned fruit
• Canned ready-to-eat soup
• Bagged dried fruit (closable bag)
• Small box of crackers (wheat, graham crackers; avoid salted crackers)
• Trail mix
• Water bottles
• Mess kit or paper/plastic dishes and utensils
• Can opener (if it is not included with all purpose knife)
• Hygiene Kit:
  • Travel size bar of soap & plastic bag to store soap
  • Toothbrushes
  • Travel shampoo
  • Travel conditioner
  • Travel dish soap
  • Comb
• Clean undergarments & socks, & other clothing if desired
• Prescription medicine and glasses
• Tylenol, Aleve, Motrin, etc.
• Whistle with neck card
• Deck of cards
• Important Papers: Each person should have their own personal information like birthday, medical history, emergency contacts, etc. Attached to them at all times in case of separation, etc.
• Copies of:
  • Birth certificates
  • Insurance forms
• Emergency phone numbers you might need
• Credit/debit card information
• Up to date photos of each family member
• Medications for current sickness (i.e. cough medicine/cough drops, prescriptions, etc.)
• Feminine products (if applicable)

• Dish soap
• Non-abrasive bathroom cleaner
• Sponges and cleaning clothes
• Oven cleaner
• Dish scrubber
• Dish-drying rack

• Bowls
• Plates
• Cups or mugs
• Spoons, forks, knives
• Glasses
• Pots/pans
• Hot water kettle
• Can opener
• Mixing bowls
• Cutting board
• Serving dishes
• Utility knife/serving spoon

• Dish towels
• Hot pads

• Coffee maker/espresso machine
• Toaster
• Small microwave

• Full-length mirror
• Electric fans
• Floor and table lamps (Halogen not permitted.)
• Extra phone

Please keep the following in mind as you and your residents decorate the hall and individual rooms.

• Small fish are the only animals OK for pets.
• No drug or alcohol promotions.
• Mini fridge (not to exceed 3.2 cubic feet in size)
• No pornographic material, including posters or screen savers of scantily dressed men or women.
• Displaying or possessing signs owned by the Department of Transportation are not allowed.
• Candles with WHITE wicks only (no open flames, incense burning, or wax heaters)
• Nothing should be attached to the ceiling.
• Do not puncture the furniture, walls, or ceiling in any way.
• Halogen lamps are a fire hazard and are therefore prohibited.
• Tacks should only be used in bulletin boards.
• White sticky tack and plain scotch tape work well for hanging things on the wall (duct tape has a tendency to leave a sticky residue).
• Do not use cinder blocks or bed lifters to elevate your furniture.

• Soft furniture (like chairs or couches)
• Air conditioning unit or space heater
• Pets other than fish
• Nails or screws to hang items on walls (students may use blue sticky tack or painters tape - white plastic adhesive and 3M hooks are not recommended due to possible wall damage)
• Fireworks
• Real, play, or decorative weapons (including paintball guns and water balloon launchers) of any kind
• Halogen lamps
• Candles, incense, wax warmers, or oil lamps
• Road/construction signs
• Bed lifters/cinder blocks 
• Microwave (one is provided in each community kitchen), toaster. or mug warmer
• Hot plates, crockpots, pressure cookers, rice cookers, air fryers, or portable/tabletop grills/griddles (residence halls only)
• Dart boards and darts
• Live trees (e.g, holiday trees)