Move-In Monday: Pack List
Elmira, NY (07/27/2020) — The Fall Term is quickly approaching and today we kick off our summer "Move-In Monday" series. Over the next few weeks, the Residence Life team will share tips and tricks to get new students packed, moved, and settled into life at Elmira College - starting with what to pack, and what to toss into the "stay-at-home" pile.
Before you start shopping, here are the items that the Residence Life team recommends you pack. Many big-box stores create their own college supply list, but the EC team pulled together this list below to get you started.
Items to take to pack:
- Your student ID card. If you did not receive this during a Summer Orientation, they will be available at check-in.
- At least 2 (two) fabric, washable masks
- Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes
- Television (optional): most lounges have a TV on the floor. If you do bring a TV make sure it is small.
- Mini-fridge or a micro-fridge combo unit; If you rented a MicroFridge through our program, no need to pack - it will be in your room waiting!! If you're planning to bring your own, standard size mini-fridges only please (four cubic feet or smaller)
- Computer - Apple or PC, laptop or desktop
- Desk lamp with a glass or metal dome/bulb cover; make sure you have the correct light wattage for the lamp
- Alarm clock
- Laundry bag or basket
- Laundry soap or detergent (liquid is best)
- Stain remover or stain stick
- Sewing kit (needles and thread, safety pins, two-sided tape, etc.)
- Cups, plates, and eating utensils (there is a sink in the pantry to wash dishes)
- Twin XL bedding (Twin XL size will fit on all campus mattresses)
- Mattress topper for your bed (optional, but you'll love yourself for it)
- Anything to decorate your room and make you feel at home (e.g., pictures of family, friends and/or pets; only 20% of your wall space can be covered)
- Command Strips or tape to hang decorations
- Organizer/planner/calendar
- Backpack
- Folding/camp chairs
- Bike and a (good) bike lock (optional)
- Fan
- Bath towels, soap, robe, etc.
- Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
- Shower shoes or flip flops
- Shower caddy for toiletries
- Small can-opener
- First aid kit, including Band-Aids, antibiotic ointment, ace bandage, etc.
- Tylenol, Advil, or other pain reliever
- Umbrella
- Raincoat with a hood
- Rain shoes/boots
- Workout and/or sports clothes
- "Dress" clothes (for formal occasions or class presentations)
- Hangers for your clothes (all rooms have a closet/wardrobe)
- A lockbox for any valuables
- Textbooks
- School supplies
If you forget something, don't worry. There are many shopping options, such as grocery, discount, and big-box stores, all located within a 15-minute drive from campus.
More importantly, here are the items to toss into the "stay-at-home" pile:
- Microwave - if you did not rent a MicroFridge through our program, there are microwaves available in the residence hall pantries.
- Pets (fish in a 10 gallon or smaller aquarium are okay)
- Firearms - even if you hunt or shoot for sport
- Expensive clothing and accessories that you will be worried about
- Out-of-season clothes (your closet is only so big)
- Anything with an open heat component such as a hot plate, griddle, coffee pot/heater
- See list of "Fire Safety" in the Student Code of Conduct to know what is absolutely NOT allowed and will break fire code (examples include: candles, halogen lamps, and tapestries).
If you have questions about your residence hall, pack list, or anything else in-between, the Residence Life team is here to help you. Click here for contact information.
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The Fall Term is quickly approaching and today we kick off our summer "Move-In Monday" series. Over the next few weeks, the Residence Life team will share tips and tricks to get new students packed, moved, and settled into life at Elmira College - starting with what to pack, and what to toss into the “stay-at-home” pile.