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What to Bring

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We asked freshmen what things they wish they brought and left at home when they moved into the residence halls. After living in the halls for a year, this is what they had to say (note that some items are on both lists)..

What to Bring

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Students wish they would have brought:
TV; framed pictures of friends; posters; DVD player; shoe rack; closet organizer; snacks; stereo; glow in the dark dinosaurs; shower shoes; raincoat; planner; bean bag; computer; coffee machine; lots of pillows; bike pump; ball pump; shower caddy; beach chair; favorite comforter; a large cup to bring stuff from the dining commons; big terry bathrobe; high school yearbook; water dispenser; more food; a lamp; bed spread; wind chimes; ear plugs; mini first aid kit with thermometer, medicine, etc.; plants; basketball hoop; mini ironing board; camera; dog (however they don't allow pets); guitar; sundries like shampoo; blender; mini-refrigerator; umbrella; various decorations; jelly bean machine; air freshener; friends; mom's home cooking


Students wish they left at home:
TV; car; a safe; jewelry box; a rug; ironing board and iron; dressy clothes; lunch box; too many shoes; dried flowers; trunk; expensive bike; electric blanket; mini barbeque; high school yearbook; too many clothes; half of my books; mini grocery cart; photo album; so many stuffed animals; warm clothes; stereo (my roommate had a better one); popcorn popper; too many storage boxes; tennis racket