Hi everyone! Wow...how did it get to be July already???
I thought it would be fitting to share this list we created when our youngest left for college 3 years ago, as many of you are preparing to send your children off to college in the next couple months. We have shared this many times with friends and family.
This list is for a college student living in a dorm room with just a mini fridge/microwave combo and sink in the room, community bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry facilities. It can be adjusted for apartment/suite style living as well (more pots and pans, kitchen, living room and bath items).
Dorm Room Essentials
Bedding:
Comforter
or Duvet & Insert
2
Sets of Sheets
Blanket
Pillows
Mattress
Cover & Pad
Mattress
Topper (for extra comfort)
Throw
Blanket
Decorative
Pillows
Shower:
2
Sets of Towels/Washcloths/Hair Wrap
2
Towel Wraps
Flip
Flops
Shower
Caddy
Food/Beverage:
Set
of plastic plates/bowls/cups/utensils (2 each, microwave safe)
Water
Bottle(s)/Tervis Tumblers (lids/straws)
Ice
Cream Scoop
Keurig/K-Cups
Small
Dish Drainer (optional)
2
Dish Towels
Optional
Food/Beverage:
Paper
products (plates, bowls, napkins)
Disposable
utensils (forks, spoons, knives)
Ziploc
Bags/Plastic Storage Containers (snacks/leftovers)
Small
Paring Knife (cutting up fruit), small cutting board
3
Drawer Storage Cart
Brita
filtered water pitcher
Study:
Laptop
Computer
Cables (long Ethernet)
Printer/Extra
Cartridges
Printer
Paper
Backup
Hard Drive
Copies
of Software
Tray
for Desk Drawer-for pens/pencils/etc.
Pens/Pencils/Markers/Dry
Erase Markers/Hi-lighters
Notebook
Paper/Spiral Notebooks
Stapler/Staples
Scotch
Tape
Paper
Clips
Push
Pins
Post
It Notes
Scissors
Bulletin
Board/Dry Erase Board
Desk
Lamp (optional)
Sink
Area:
Drawers
for Storage (makeup/hairdryer/hygiene products/etc)
Hooks
or Bar for Towels, freestanding washcloth holder (optional)
Toothbrush
Holder
Dixie
Cup Holder/Cups
Caddy
for Hair Accessories (hair ties, bobby pins, clips, hair ribbon, etc)
Soap
Dispenser
Tissue
Holder (optional)
Bath
Mat or Throw Rug
Electronics:
TV
and cables
Plug
In Phone (in case of emergency)
Ipads
Cell
Phones/chargers/longer charging cables
Alarm
Clock/iHome
Emergency
Kit:
Flash
Light
Batteries
(variety)
Screwdriver
Small
Sewing Kit/Hem Tape
First
Aid Kit:
Band-Aids
(variety)
Neosporin
Benadryl
(clear)
Advil/Tylenol
Cold/Allergy Medicine (of choice)
Cortizone
Cream (or similar for rashes/bug bites)
Thermometer
Nail
Kit:
Files,
clippers, nail polish/remover, cotton pads
Laundry:
Basket/Bag/Drying
Rack
Supplies
(detergent/softener-if used/stain remover)
Ironing
Board/Small Iron
Cleaning:
Vaccum/Mop
(optional)
Microfiber
Cloths (for dusting)
All
purpose spray cleaner/glass cleaner
Paper
Towels
Trash
Cans (by desk/food/sink?)
Miscellaneous:
Bible!!!!
Devotional
Book
Family
Pictures
Art
for Walls
S
hooks for hanging photos/art/etc.
White
Sticky Tac/Command Adhesive Strips
Curtains/Rod-tension
Area
Rugs
Underbed
Storage Boxes
Double
Hanging Rod for closet or storage closet
Dividers
for dresser drawers
Clothes
Hangers
Jewelry
Holder
Shoe
Storage
Backpack
Target, Wal-mart, The Container Store, and Bed, Bath and Beyond are all wonderful stores that cater to the college students this time of year. Bed, Bath and Beyond even allows you to shop your hometown store, place an order, and then you can pick up at the location closest to your University. Great for those attending school far from home.
*** I also wanted to take a minute to thank my sweet readers and IG followers for their heartfelt concern and prayers after our oldest daughter's horrific car accident just two weeks ago. Her survival was nothing short of a miracle, and God's protection (and the fact that she was driving a Hummer)!! The truck was totaled but she is on the mend, with only a few bruises left on her left ankle to show for the accident.
Just a reminder to cherish everyday with those you love. She had just spent the afternoon and evening with us, and was on her way home to her apartment. We thank God for sparing her life every day!!
Have a SAFE and HAPPY 4th of July weekend.
Target, Wal-mart, The Container Store, and Bed, Bath and Beyond are all wonderful stores that cater to the college students this time of year. Bed, Bath and Beyond even allows you to shop your hometown store, place an order, and then you can pick up at the location closest to your University. Great for those attending school far from home.
*** I also wanted to take a minute to thank my sweet readers and IG followers for their heartfelt concern and prayers after our oldest daughter's horrific car accident just two weeks ago. Her survival was nothing short of a miracle, and God's protection (and the fact that she was driving a Hummer)!! The truck was totaled but she is on the mend, with only a few bruises left on her left ankle to show for the accident.
Just a reminder to cherish everyday with those you love. She had just spent the afternoon and evening with us, and was on her way home to her apartment. We thank God for sparing her life every day!!
Have a SAFE and HAPPY 4th of July weekend.
What a helpful list--pinned! So glad your daughter continues to mend. God is so merciful! XO, Christy
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