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Packing 101

Residence Hall Necessities
  • Alarm Clock
  • Extra Long Sheets: University beds are 80” long.
  • Mattress Cover
  • Extension Cord and Surge Protector
  • A Fan
  • Metal Wastebasket
  • Hangers
  • A cup, plate, bowl, fork, knife, and spoon
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
Study Tools
  • Dictionary and thesaurus
  • Computer (optional)
  • Highlighters, Pens, Pencils, Paper, Notebooks, Post-It Notes, Paper Clips, Scissors, Tape, etc.
  • Daily Planner
  • Headphones
Bathroom Supplies
  • Shower Shoes
  • Bathroom bucket/basket
Residence Hall Add-On’s
  • Iron and Ironing Board
  • “Husband” pillow
  • Decorations
  • Refrigerators: Small refrigerators are allowed in residences. MicroFridges
The following items can certainly be purchased once you arrive, although you may find your hometown store will be a lot kinder to your wallet than many Boston stores.
  • Pillows, Pillow Cases, Blankets, Towels, Hangers
  • Tape, Scissors, Pens, Pencils, and Other School Supplies
  • Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo, Soap, and other Toiletries
  • Laundry Bag, Detergent, Quarters for Laundry
 
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October 21, 2004