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First-year students may find the following list of useful items to be helpful. Also, view the list of prohibited items.

  • linens for Twin XL bed
  • alarm clock
  • laundry supplies
  • cleaning supplies
  • clothes hangers
  • desk lamp
  • toiletries
  • prescription / first aid items
  • bathrobe
  • phone
  • wattage adapters (for international students)
  • athletic equipment
  • musical instruments
  • computer
  • bookshelf
  • small fan
  • mattress pad
  • wall hangings (to be hung with Painter’s Tape only)
  • refrigerator (may not exceed 5 cubic ft.)
  • television / VCR/DVD (you may bring one, but cable service is not available in the rooms)

Only allowed with auto shut-off:

  • surge protector(s)
  • extension cord that has a built-in fuse or circuit breaker
  • coffee pot / hot pot (must have a reasonable automatic shut-off time that will be determined by the Office of Residential Life)

Note: You may not remove any of the furniture from your room.