Each room is furnished with a desk & chair, extra-long twin bed & mattress, 3-drawer
dresser, closet, and nightstand. Consider bringing the following items. These are
approved for use in Housing and Residence Life and are not provided.
Be sure to check with your roommate(s) so duplicate items are not brought.
- Cellphone/charger
- Laptop/charger
- Television or tablet
- Bed linens
- Broom & dustpan or small vacuum
- Clothing (only what you need)
- Flashlight
- Glasses/contacts
- Medicine/prescriptions
- Personal toiletries
- Pillows, mattress pad
- School supplies, flash drive, backpack
- Surge protector power strip (required for all electronics except for compact refrigerator)
- Storage bins
- Towels, trashcans, washcloths, bathmat
Other Things to Consider
Window Coverings
Blinds are provided for windows in residence hall suites and apartments. Blinds may
not be removed. Curtains are allowed if hung using tension rods. Window dimensions
can vary slightly from building to building so it is recommended you wait until after
your move-in to measure for curtains. |
Mini Refrigerators
Personal compact refrigerators with freezer units are permitted and must meet the
following specifications. Only one is allowed per bedroom.
If you choose to purchase your own mini-fridge / compact refrigerator with a freezer
unit, it must meet the following specifications:
- Maximum 3.4 cubic foot total capacity freezer/refrigerator
- ENERGY STAR rated
- Have only ONE plug that is directly plugged into the wall
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Microwaves
Personal microwaves are permitted in resident rooms, but due to the potential for
overloading power in resident rooms/suites, floors, and buildings only ONE can be
placed per room and must be a maximum of 1000 watts.
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Things NOT to bring
Some items on this list are specifically prohibited by law and/or University policy.
Please note that students found with these and/or other prohibited items in their
room or apartment will at least be asked to remove the item and may be subject to
student conduct action. U-hauls are prohibited during the move-in process. Some items
prohibited by law may be subject to immediate confiscation by university officials.
- Air conditioners – including window and portable units
- Air fryers
- Alcohol (if under 21 years of age)
- Ammunition
- Appliances exceeding 1,000 watts
- Candles, incense and open flame items including candle and wax warmers
- Command Strips, large nails, staples, screws, wall anchors, poster putty, or tape*
- Electric, charcoal, or gas grills
- Electric blankets, bed warmers
- Electronic skateboards
- Explosives and fireworks
- Dartboards
- Deep freezers/compact freezers
- Drugs
- Drug paraphernalia
- Halogen lamps
- Hot plates/Induction cooktops
- Multi-plug outlet adapters or power strips, extension cords (without an internal circuit
breaker)
- Paintball guns
- Pets
- Plug-in style air fresheners
- Space heaters
- Toasters
- Upholstered furniture that is not fire retardant
- Waffle makers
- Wading pools, spas
- Waterbeds
- Water coolers
- Weapons (bladed, blunt, projectile, etc.)
- Window air conditioning units
- Wireless routers**
* Approved Items for Hanging: High and Mighty Hooks (for drywall only), white sticky
tack for posters and pictures, tension rods for curtains and storage needs, over-the-door
hooks for doors, beds, etc., magnetic hooks for metal surfaces, freestanding shelving,
freestanding towel or drying rack, suction cup hooks for smooth surfaces, clamp hooks
and shelves, push pins for lightweight items, monkey hooks (for heavier items), Helpyhooks,
and push pin hooks.
** Wireless routers are not allowed in University Housing. Wireless printers that
communicate in the 2.4 of 5 Gigahertz (GHz) frequency are not allowed in University
Housing. If a printer supports wireless communication and a wired connection, the
printer is permitted only if the wireless communication is disabled.
Important! Students found in possession of prohibited devices will face progressive disciplinary
action. Residents who repair the damage they have made to walls or ceilings may still
be subject to damage charges.
UNPACK
Move-In Resources
We are excited that you will be living with us. To help make your transition as smooth
as possible, we have provided these helpful resources to help you prepare for campus
life.
Move-In Guide
Tips and best practices to make moving in easy.
Housing Portal
Schedule your check-in appointment for move-in!
Map & Directions
How to find our residence halls and the best way to get to them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about moving in or what you can bring?
