<p>I know that there are many websites that have lists of what to pack for college, but I was wondering if anyone from Emory could offer some advice on what they found was useful to bring, what they may have brought but didn't end up needing at all, and what they didn't bring but wish they had.</p>
<p>Since I live in MA, I won't be able to just stop by my house if I forgot to pack something, so I'm just trying to remember to bring as much as possible. </p>
<p>Oh, and do all the dorms have AC? I thought I read that they do, but I just want to make sure.</p>
<p>I’m pretty sure all the dorms have AC. You can’t really survive the Atlanta heat without one </p>
<p>Also, keep in mind that you can always buy things when you get down to Atlanta (if your parents are coming or you have a method of transportation). Since both my parents came with me to move in, we went to Target the morning of move-in and got most of the stuff that I needed. Also CVS is super close to campus, so don’t stock up on stuff and waste space in your suitcase if you can get it there. </p>
<p>Definitely bring a power strip/surge protector. It really came in handy for me since I had a lot of stuff to charge or plug in. And an Ethernet cable is a MUST in case you end up with crap wireless, because it WILL safe your life. A small, foldable clothes rack - this is just my personal preference, but I prefer using a drying rack to using a dryer. Even in my tiny room I had space to put it, and it’s great for hanging clothes when your closet can’t fit everything. But it’s definitely optional! If you have a lot of shoes, I’d suggest getting an over the door shoe organizer to save space (I hung it on the back of my bed). Also, invest in a good vacuum. Nobody’s going to clean your room for you, and it will get filthy quickly. Just expect everyone to want to borrow it from you all the time…And lastly, don’t forget to bring the manuals for your laptop/printer or whatever electronics you bring. At home I’d always just ask my dad for help when my electronics freaked out but at school you gotta figure it out on your own (or go to tech services). </p>
<p>The only thing I can think of that I didn’t need were clothes >> I brought way too many clothes and I didn’t end up wearing half of them. Plus I bought more clothes during the school year so I had a hell of a time packing.</p>
<p>should I buy one of those recorders to record lectures or do most people use their laptop to record? what classes do you usually use your laptop for notes? is 5 hour battery enough for class? I’m debating to get a macbook or not.</p>
<p>I don’t know many people who record the lectures, but I think a laptop is definitely good enough (I think a lot of people use their phones too). Some professors don’t even allow laptops in class (Mulford for chem, Womack for lit) so a lot of students just take notes by hand. But if the prof allows, laptops are probably best for large intro lecture classes where it might be difficult to keep up with the lecture or there’s a lot of information being provided. I know my friends used laptops for intro to psych and financial accounting. In my experience, 5 hr battery life is definitely long enough. Lectures are usually 1.5 hrs max, and even if you have a few classes in a row you’ll most likely be able to find an outlet.</p>
<p>There is a Container Store in Atlanta so if you have a small closet there are lots of things to maximize space. My D ended up not really using her printer and printing on the college system. So for my S we are not bothering to bring one. We also found it helpful to have some plastic bins that slide under the bed and pull out easily (put up as high as it can) for athletic clothes, extra toiletries, etc. My D had a tapestry she hung down over to cover it up, but it added a lot of extra storage.</p>
<p>D brought way too many clothes. There are more opportunities to dress up for girls at Emory than there are at more rural schools. Bring a small tool kit to hang things, cut up boxes, etc. Bring or buy some of those 3M hangers/hooks for pictures, coats, etc.</p>
<p>Also - if you have a coat rack - excellent for dumping coats, sweatshirts, etc.</p>
<p>For those of you who have not been to Emory - the Claremont pool is awesome = bring sunscreen, swim suits and towels.</p>
<p>Agreed, Emory is awesome and the pools (plural) are awesome too(: you should love it(: my comment about a car still stands though, next to New Orlean’s trolley cars, Atlanta’s MARTA is the worst public transportation system ever, you need a car to enjoy Atlanta, unlike other large cities. Could OP just park off campus?</p>
<p>as an emory student, i want to sharw with you what i thought were valuable/ invaluable items to bring. those dorm shopping lists have a bunch of stuff on them, u dont need to bring a lot of those. </p>
<p>do not bring:
-a paper shredder (you’ll never use it)
-a microwave (unless you know for a fact you’ll eat in your room more often than in the dining facilities)
-a lot of towels
-all sorts of multi-purpose cleaners, window cleaners, etc. just bring one can of lysol
-more than one blanket
-your own furniture
-blah can’t think of anything else
-too many clothes. trust me, people here wear sweatpants/ emory gear more often than they should. and people won’t judge.</p>
<p>basically what i’m saying is-- underpack. because you can always buy essentials when you get here. i brought way too many unnecessary items.</p>
<p>do bring:
-posters… or have an idea of what posters u want hanging in your room. there’s a huge poster sale in the DUC with a great (!!!) collection in the beginning of the year
-a checking/savings account
-your own spending $$$ (for atlanta, for marta, for take-out, etc)
-an open mind
-a piece of tupperware or two
-a coffeemaker if you think you’ll drink a lot (einstein/starbucks runs up your wallet)
-water or juice or something in bulk to drink in your room (more often than not, when youre thirsty, eveyrthing is closed. past experience).</p>
<p>i’ll add more later, i’m too tired to think. lol.</p>
<p>i would certainly recommend a laptop!!! and definitely a printer! you can buy a printer when you get here from walmart or target.com and have it shipped here very, very easily. i found that i used my printer very frequently and didn’t have to trek to the library to print. but seriously i think a laptop is as necessary as freaking bedding. you’ll use it every day and it’s pretty common to have laptops in class @ emory i would say.</p>
<p>S brought too many clothes; said he did laundry a lot more often than he had anticipated. rented micro-fridge, but he really didn’t use the microwave part. In retrospect should have bought mini fridge to use freshman & soph years. Shopped at Container Store & Target once in Atlanta. CVS is easy walk for any toiletries needed. Definitely ethernet cable for computer. We also brought one for his roommate. If bringing TV don’t forget a nice long cable.</p>
<p>Hey Emoryparent – gald you wrote that – just trying to make sure D’s Tempur-pedic mattress topper was allowed in Emory dorms – sounds like it is.</p>
<p>I saw somewhere on the Emory website that the mattresses fit regular and/or X-Long – is that what you found?</p>
<p>Are all the beds adjustable height-wise to allow for under the bed storage? D will be in Turman. We’re trying to figure out what she should bring but it’s hard since she hasn’t seen the room. Also – does anyone know if Turman has a designated area in the bathroom for people to leave towels/shampoo etc., or do you end up carrying it back and forth from your room when you take a shower?</p>
<p>Her move in time will be quite limited because of her sport, so any advice on how to make the most of it would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>She will have sink in her room. S was in Dobbs Hall. After we saw the room purchased shelf to fit beside sink area from container store. Both he & roommate had one to keep their toiletries on. Don’t know if there are any designated areas in the community bathrooms, but think she’d probably rather leave them in her room & carry them back & forth. Having the in room sink is great for brushing your teeth. Used command hooks beside the sink to hang towels. Have her check out the Class of 2015 student
facebook page & also see if there is one for Turman. S posted questions last year about Dobbs Hall & the upperclassmen were very helpful.</p>
<p>Made quart size zip loc first aid bag with bandaids, nail clippers, antibiotic ointment, hydrocortisone cream etc. BBB and container store both had shelf that would attach to bed for alarm clock or fan.</p>
<p>Does anyone know how much space is underneath the lofted beds at Longstreet Means. Would a microfridge fit underneath? Or would a fridge fit in front of the window between the two beds? Lastly, how much room do the closets have, can a rolling plastic dresser fit in the closet or under the bed? Lastly, is it a good idea to share t.v., fridge, etc with roommate? Thinking about getting own, but wasn’t sure.</p>
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