These questions cover the basic information about living on campus. Additional questions should be directed to the Office of Residential Life and Housing.
Q: What should I bring with me?
A: Space is limited. Always talk to your roommate before making any decisions about what to bring. Refer to the lists below for suggestions. Pay careful attention to items that are not allowed.
Twenty-four Things to Bring to College
- Dustbuster® or Swiffer®
- Laundry basket
- Laundry detergent
- Basket for shower stuff
- Soap dish
- Flip-flops for shower
- Lysol®
- Calendar
- Masking tape
- Stamps
- Waste basket
- Reading lamp
- Light bulbs
- Room decorations
- Iron and ironing board
- Flashlight
- Umbrella
- Standard twin sheets and pillows
- Activity equipment (e.g., Frisbee)
- Refrigerator (can be rented from campus)
- Fan
- Rug
- Low maintenance plants
- Alarm clock
Eight Things to Leave at Home
- Alcohol and drugs
- Microwaves and any cooking appliances
- Pets (small tank fish are permitted)
- Any items usable as weapons
- Candles and incense
- Explosives
- Tapestries and drapes
- Cinder blocks
Q: What are the dimensions of the room?
A: Generally, all double rooms are approximately 15 feet by 13 feet. However, some rooms have different configurations with different dimensions.
Q: How is the room furnished?
A: Each double room is furnished with:
- Two single beds (standard twin size)
- Two dressers
- Two desks
- Two desk chairs
Additionally, each double room has two closets or wardrobes.
Students are welcome to bring additional furnishings, such as lamps, chairs, and decorations. Window blinds are supplied. Fire regulations prohibit drapes and/or curtains.
We are unable to remove any furniture from residence hall rooms due to lack of storage space.
Q: Do you have any decorating tips?
A: Simple, inexpensive items can make the room more comfortable and add storage space too.
- Electric company wire spools, decorated to match room decor or left natural, can provide an inexpensive small bed table or all-purpose table.
- A nail keg or old milk can with a sturdy cushion makes a good small stool or extra chair.
- Small trunks and foot lockers are not only convenient for storing out-of-season gear, but can also serve as coffee or end tables.
- Small step ladders, painted or left natural, make excellent book or plant stands and can double as an extra chair.
- Orange crates can be stacked in various ways to serve as storage for books and other items. They can also prop up a piece of plywood or some boards to make a table.
- Carpet samples can be sewn together to make attractive and inexpensive scatter rugs.
- Plastic Parson's tables are popular, inexpensive, and serve a variety of functions.
- Plants are alive, decorative, add color, and can fit anywhere.
- Throw pillows can add an inexpensive splash of color.
- Bedspreads in favorite colors and patterns can pull the room together.
- Posters—travel, museum, movie—can brighten a room.
- Decorative lamps can provide needed light and add warmth to the room.
- Favorite items like pictures of family and friends, stuffed animals, posters, etc. can make your room feel like home!
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