<p>My school doesn't offer any advice on this topic and its getting to the point where I will have to start getting my stuff for college becaue I am moving soon. What are the neccesseties we will need to buy before going to school and what are some luxeries we may find useful? Any help would be great.</p>
<p>There's a thread right above this one on this topic. It's a comprehensive A-Z list...you should take a look, if you haven't already.</p>
<p>Sorry, didn't see that...forget about this thread.</p>
<p>well that thread is like, everything you can possibly bring</p>
<p>just take 1 week and see what stuff you use the most
in my opinion, clothes shoes toiletries backpack and kool aid does it</p>
<p>Yeah that AtoZ list is really ridiculous; you're never going to bring all those things let alone use all those things. </p>
<p>I found a list in the SF Chronicle today about "dorm room essentials" so I thought I'd type it up and add some comments in parantheses (I'm very bored at work)</p>
<p>alarm clock
gummy tack fo rhanging up posters/pictures
hangers lots of them (VERY TRUE!)
computer
under the bed storage boxes
white board and pens
mini vacuum (ehhh, not really necessary)
small toolkit (ditto above)
calendar/pda/day planner
large trash bags (or you can just save grocery bags for your trash can)
duct tape (eh. but at least some tape)
power strip and extension cord (definitely. the power outlets are in weird places)
lamp (desk)
telephone (eh)</p>
<p>BEDDING
Mattress pad/foam (maybe; dorm room mattresses are a little sketch)
Extra long twin sheets
pillows/pillowcases
blanket/comforter (yeah I brought a fleece blanket and it was great b/c I could take it with me to the lounge when it was cold etc.)</p>
<p>BATH&SHOWER
Shower caddy (YES;)
shower shoes/flip flops
two (at least) sets of towels
robe or cover up for trips to/from shower
body wash/shampoo/conditioner/etc
glasses/contacts cleaning supplies
small mirror
tissues
small iron
first-aid kid (headache/cold remedies, bandages, etc. )
Sewing Kit
Health Insurance card
blowdryer (not being able to go to bed because your hair is wet sucks, at least for a girl)</p>
<p>FOOD PREP & SNACKS (this will vary for each person)
hot water pot (for tea, instant noodles, cocoa, etc)
basic utensils
microwave/fridge (can rent from most schools)
paper goods
dish soap
easy to snore snacks, airtight containers
storage bags</p>
<p>LAUNDRY
clothes hamper/laundry bag
detergent
stain remover
quarters (or you can just put money onto your ID card and swipe, at most schools)</p>
<p>FUN/COMFORT
Pictures
Posters
Favorite DVDS & music
Stuffed animal/momento
costume/fun accessories for dress up events (yeah you never know when you have to go to an 80s party or a Eurotrash party etc)
envelopes/note cards/stamps (at least the stamps)
favorite games, deck of cards
headphones and speakers (definitely definitely headphones; it's rude to blast your music when your roommate is sleeping or doesn't like having music when he/she is studying)
earplugs (eh. I didn't need them)</p>
<p>STORES: Target/Wal-Mart/Linens 'n Things/Bed Bath & Beyond/The Container Store/drug stores</p>
<p>If you're in the Bay Area, the Container Store will host College Night events for students and parents with a 20 percent discount on purchases. 6:30, July 23 (SF and Walnut Creek; 6:30 July 30, Corte Madera and San Jose) <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/collegenight%5B/url%5D">www.containerstore.com/collegenight</a> for more info</p>
<p>That's a good list. I would also add:</p>
<p>Digital Camera
Batteries in various sizes
more underware than you think you'll need
a Plant and/or fish
paper towels
fabreeze
rain boots/rain jacket</p>
<p>I would also reccomend the company store for linens, as they have a nice selection of stuff in twin XL.</p>
<p>Actually, the A-Z list is fairly accurate. Of course, you're not going to use EVERYTHING on the list, but I'd say at least 75-80% you will. You don't necessarily have to pack it all, either; you can buy some of it (like medication, soap, cleaning solution, etc.) after you arrive. But it's a good list to go by. You honestly won't realize how much stuff you can cram in your dorm and how much stuff you will actually need or want.</p>
<p>good point equine....i'll add plant to my list cause i think they're awesome</p>