Tips for First-Year Move-In!

August 05, 2022
Samantha Galluzzo

Howdy Zags!

We are so excited to welcome a new group of students to our campus in just 3 short weeks! Our Housing & Residence Life and New Student & Family Programs Offices have published a bunch of great information to help students and families make Orientation weekend and move-in as smooth as possible.

 

Bring

Bedding & Bath

  • Blanket

  • Comforter

  • Extra-Long Twin Sheets (Lower division (first & second Year) housing)

  • Full Size Sheets (Upper division (third & fourth year) housing)

  • Mattress Pad

  • Pillow(s) & Pillowcases

  • Shower Shoes/Flip Flops

  • Shower Caddy

  • Towels & Washcloths

 

Room Comfort

  • Area Rug (optional)Desk Lamp & Bulbs

  • Fan (Large &/or clip)

  • Floor Lamp & Bulbs (optional)

  • Refrigerator (max. 4 cubic ft.) (optional)

  • Wall Decor *optional*

 

Laundry

  • Cleaning Supplies

  • Clothes Steamer (optional)

  • Drying Rack (optional)

  • HE Detergent

  • Laundry Bag/Basket

  • Paper Towels

 

Storage & Organization

  • Hangers

  • Hanging Storage Solutions

  • Mirror Full Length (optional)

  • Underbed Storage

 

Study/Electronics

  • Computer & Charger

  • Cell Phone & Charger

  • Ear Buds/Headphones

  • Gaming System (optional)

  • Notebooks, Binders, & Folders

  • Power Strip

  • TV & Coaxial Cable (optional)

 

Personal Supplies 

  • First Aid Kit

  • Hair Products/Hair Dryer

  • Prescription/OTC Medications

  • Soaps & Shampoo

  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste

  • Thermometer

 

Recommended Items

  • Backpack

  • Bicycle

  • Brita Water Filter

  • Can Opener

  • Cookware

  • Dishware/Silverware

  • Dry Erase Board

  • Flashlight & Batteries

  • Food Storage Containers

  • Pictures/Posters

  • Plants

  • Recreation Equipment

  • Reusable Water Bottle

  • Sunglasses

  • Umbrella/Raingear

  • 3M Command Strips

 

Do Not Bring:

  • Candles (Essential oil diffuser or wax melter are acceptable alternatives)

  • Cooking Appliances (hot plate, griddle, camping stove, BBQ's, crock pots, etc.)

  • Firearms/Weapons

  • Heaters/Halogen Lamps/Heat Lamps

  • Portable AC Units

  • Pets

  • Large Furniture Items

 

Items we suggest bringing to campus for health and safety related to COVID-19:

  • Easy-to-Clean/Disinfect Plastic Bin for Toiletries

  • Hand Sanitizer (at least 60% alcohol based)

  • Masks

  • Personal Cleaning/Disinfecting Supplies for Your Space

  • Personal Digital Thermometer


Helpful Links:

August To Dos

Campus Maps

Move-In Steps

Move-In Times

New Student Checklist

Orientation 2022 FAQs

 

If you are interested in the work that our Housing & Residence Life office does or want more information, please visit their webpage.

If you are interested in the work that our New Student & Family Programs office does or want more information, please visit their webpage.