Room Needs/StorageBedside lampAlarm clock/clock radioMini trash canStorage binsUnder-the-bed storage traysDesk lampFanDrying rack for laundryBulletin board and pushpinsDry-erase wall calendar/boardMini toolkit (including screwdriver, hammer, wrench)Picture hangers (double-sided tape for concrete walls)Linens/Laundry SuppliesSheets and pillowcases (2 sets. Check with college for size needed — some college twin beds are extra long.)Towels (3 each of bath, hand and face)Pillows (2)Mattress pad (check with college for size needed)Blankets (2)Comforter/bedspreadClothes hangersLaundry bag/basketLaundry detergent, fabric softener and stain removerLint brushMini sewing kitOffice/Desk SuppliesElectronic storage media such as memory cards and USB flash drivesStapler and staplesPrinter paper (if you decide to bring a printer)Pens and pencilsPencil holder and sharpenerNotebooksFolder with pocketsLabels of various sizes3 × 5 index cardsSticky notesPaper clips and binder clipsRubber bandsTapeScissorsHighlighter pens (multiple colors)RulerStackable desk trays (at least 4)Stamps and envelopesElectronicsLaptop (printer is optional; there are usually computer labs where you can print)Portable speakers (if you want to play music from laptop/MP3 player)HDMI cord, Ethernet cord for computer (check if your room has wireless)Surge protectorExtension cords3-2 prong adaptersMP3 playerHeadphonesCameraCell phoneShared Items — Check with roommate(s)Audio equipmentTV and DVD playerCoffeemaker/hot pot/microwave, if allowedSmall refrigerator (if one isn’t provided)Area rugPosters/artToiletriesAntacidAspirin or other pain relieversVitaminsAntidiarrheal medicineAdhesive bandages, antibiotic ointmentCough dropsShower caddyShower shoes (flip-flops)Shampoo and conditionerHairstyling productsBath and face soapTravel soap container(s)Toothpaste and toothbrushDental flossComb/brushTweezersNail clippersHair dryer/straightener/curling ironRazor and shaving creamLotion and/or facial moisturizerCotton swabsClothingUnderwearSocksPants/jeansShirts/blousesSweatsPajamasSlippers and/or flip-flopsSweatersLight/heavy jacketsGloves/scarf/hat (and other foul-weather gear as needed)1 pair of boots2 pairs of sneakers or comfortable/walking shoes1 set of business-casual clothes1 pair of dress shoes1 swimsuitHousehold and Kitchen ItemsPaper towelsTrash bagsLightbulbsAll-purpose cleanerPlastic storage bagsFood-storage containersDish soapWet wipesTissuesBowl, plate and cupCoffee mugWater bottleSilverwareCan/bottle openerMiscellaneousUmbrellaBackpackSports equipment