<p>Hello everyone! I am seeking any lists that you may have on what is needed for college. Yes, I have all of the school lists, but there is always that "I wish I would have thought of that" item! You have all helped us out in ways you will never know. Since you are all so good at helping, I am asking for more! :) So, any lists would be greatly appreciated! My d will be attending Shenadoah Conservatory, so she is going the BFA route. She will be staying in a dorm, a double room. I cannot believe this time is here already! Just wish I could slow time down-</p>
<p>I just received this list from a friend...maybe it's a good start for you. Good Luck to all Freshmen !! :)</p>
<p>Dorm Room Ready List
Basics:</p>
<p>2 sets of twin size Extra Long sheets Mattress Pad (Tempurpedic or Costco)
Blanket or comforter Pillow(s)
2 sets of towels Hangers
Laundry bag or basket (under bed) Room fan
Sliding screen for window Step stool can double as seat
Flash light & extra batteries Bed risers (some schools provide)
Box cutter (breaking down trash) Double hanger shelf product/folded needs
Storage contains for under bed Tools small hammer, screw driver, wrench
Phone (check if only cell is needed)</p>
<p>Desk supplies, arrange small items in plastic toolbox 16 with shelf dividers, store under desk</p>
<p>Staple and staples 3 hole punch ruler
Pencils and pens (asst.) white out tape paper clips
Tape double stick & regular envelopes (asst.) stamps
Note pads (asst.) calculator staple remover
Highlighters scissors rubber bands
Return address labels Home address labels binder paper
Computer paper binders spiral binders
Post-it Notes (asst.) push pins dividers
Sheet protectors bookends dry erase marker
Small white board dry erase pens index cards
Hanging file folders electric pencil sharpener glue sticks</p>
<p>Personal information folder Medical card or information, Transcript copy noting AP classes etc., copy of passport, shot record
School folder confirmation of book orders, receipts for books, directions for returns, list of classes, computer purchase order/software, fall schedule of classes, dates for forward class selection noted
Housing folder contract, rules</p>
<p>Medicine Cabinet, store under bed, 22 toolbox works great </p>
<p>Advil/Tylenol/Motrin Vitamins cold med/flu
Cough drops band aids thermometer
Neosporin chap stick antihistamines
Ear plugs sun products Tums
Pepto Bismol alcohol (clean phone) peroxide
Midol Prescription Meds hydrocortisone</p>
<p>Toiletries/Laundry Items</p>
<p>Shower caddy hand soap Q tips, cotton pads
Shampoo & conditioner hair products hair dryer
Razor and blades/shaving cream tampons/pads nail polish/remover
Tissues box and small pack nail file/clipper tweezer
Body lotion make-up deodorant (several)
Toothpaste/floss dish soap small mirror
Laundry Product- take portion to laundry room in a Ziplok) Dryer sheets
How to do your wash instructions to avoid pink or grey clothes, seal in ziplock
Lots of rolls of quarter (some schools can swipe student body debit card)</p>
<p>Tech needs</p>
<p>Computer/mouse pad Printer/scanner combo surge protector
TV/DVD player* Extension cord clock radio
Alarm clock Dorm size fridge<em>(not too small) Microwave</em>
Laptop Lock blank cd/dvd Digital voice recorder
Ipod or similar great for blocking out roommate/dorm noise</p>
<p>Miscellaneous</p>
<p>Small while board bulletin board(provided?) floor rug, bedside or larger
Windex paper towels back support study pillow
Waste basket liners hot & cold cups small electric tea kettle
Cereal bowl paper plates napkins
Favorite mug deck of cards plastic utensils
Full length mirror* Over the door hooks String of lights
Posters nightlight/floor socket style bottle opener
Paring knife silverware (one set) manual can opener
Disposable cameras Door stop
Guest bed in box (small pillow, air mattress, inflator, blanket) store under the bed
Self stick product for posters (take lots) most schools dont allow nails so tacks & self stick are it!</p>
<p>Food products</p>
<p>Cases of water beverage of choice shelf stable soy/rice milk
Coffee/tea cocoa cereal
Honey bear favorite snacks ziplock to store open pkg.
Dry fruit gum/mints dry soups
Micro popcorn Ind. Micro soups fruit/applesauce cups
Ind. Pudding cups Milk/juice (med. size fits best) </p>
<p> discuss the (*) items with your roommate before shopping and share these items. Each room can only hold one of each.</p>
<p>Tips for success:</p>
<p>Have fun!
Join something!
Go to Class!
Drop in on all your professors during Office Hours at least once!
Sit in the front!</p>
<p>Ironically, I had just received this email from a friend before reading the request for college lists post. I have to admit that I have sent 2 children off to college and they did NOT leave with all these items. (and survived!)
;)</p>
<p>I would also recommend a mattress protector (about $10 at most bed and bath stores) to "seal" in the mattress and a small safe (Staples) for putting some valuables in-Ipod, wallet, jewelry, and put under bed or in a safe place like a dresser drawer</p>
<p>CA Griffin;</p>
<p>What a great and well thought out list!</p>
<p>Wally</p>
<p>Add a fan to the list.</p>
<p>I copied this list of needed items from a word doc and as you can see it formatted in a strange way. No commas, since it was written in columns. Items such as a fan are buried in the list, not separated by appropriate commas. You may want to print and edit the list to read easily. My apologies! :(</p>
<p>I didn't really read through all your list, have a list of my own that I used with my son that I need to type up to use with my D.</p>
<p>Two things I can suggest - a trunk (on wheels) is good to have, easy to lock up important items as well as store other luggage/duffle bags. Just hope you have a place to put it (my son put it under his bed)</p>
<p>If that bathroom is a common one shared by many - take rubber flip flops to avoid any foot surprises - and remember to be careful that you don't slide on the wet floor!</p>