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Old 07-31-2009, 01:27 PM   #436
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You forgot Toilet Paper, Always pack this last, because it just might be the first thing you need in your new dorm ~Uhaul

Nice guide, bookmarked

Oh, and something that if you have, you should definetely bring!, a swiss army knife. I can't believe how many times I wanted this on my last vacation.
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Old 08-07-2009, 11:28 PM   #437
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agree with the cell phone thing!!! Very important! lol
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Old 08-14-2009, 10:50 PM   #438
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CLOTHING
(really depends what sort of climate your college/university is in)
  • intimates
    - bras (sport bras and regular ones) | females
    - underwear
    - pajamas
    - socks
    - gloves, scarves, hats
  • outerwear
    - coats
    - jackets
    - hoodies
    - sweaters
    - cardigans
  • shirts
    - tshirts
    - blouses
    - tank tops
    - button ups
  • bottoms
    - trousers
    - skirts | females
    - sweat pants
    - jeans
    - shorts
  • shoes
    - sneakers
    - dress shoes
    - everyday shoes
    - slippers

DORM LIVING
  • electronics
    check with your college and roommate to see if some of the following items are allowed or already provided.
    - microwave
    - refrigerator
    - television
    - dvd players, vcr players, gaming systems
    - coffeemakers / water boilers / rice cookers
    - camera (batteries, charger, memory card)
    - laptop / desktop
    - printer / scanner (Recommended: any HP Photosmart All-In-One)
  • memorandums
    - photo albums
  • decor
    - rugs
    - posters
    - art
    - drapes
    - bedspreads (at least 4 sets)
  • laundry supplies
    - softener
    - detergent
    - laundry basket / bag
    - towels (at least 10 or more if you don't do laundry once a week.)
    - pillows (However many you like. I like at least 4 pillows on my bed.)
    - hangers
    - quarters
    - sewing kit
  • kitchen and cleaning
    - paper towels
    - soap
    - wet wipes
    - tissues
    - trashbags
    - light bulbs (check to see if they are provided)

TOILETRIES
  • personal
    - pads / tampons | females
    - bandages
    - shampoo & conditioner
    - body soap
    - moisturizer
    - toothpaste/toothbrush/floss
    - tweezers
    - comb/brush
    - hair dryer
    - nail clippers
    - razor and shaving cream

OFFICE & DESK SUPPLIES
  • cd-rom / memory sticks
    - planner
    - notebooks
    - pens and pencils
    - pencil sharpener
    - post its
    - index cards
    - printer paper
    - ruler
    - desk trays
    - stamps/envelopes
    - folders
    - dictionary / thesaurus
    - stapler / staples
    - rubber bands
    - scissors
AN ONLINE VERSION. I think I covered most of it. This was the list I made for my (extremely unorganized) friend. Most of these things can be bought once you get to your dorm. Feel free to add anything else I might have missed.
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Old 08-19-2009, 03:40 AM   #439
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Condoms, lots and lots of condoms. And ... spermicidal foam
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Old 08-22-2009, 12:44 AM   #440
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You can find everything you need to pack here:
http://collegechecklist.yolasite.com

although hopefully most of you are already done by now!
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Old 08-23-2009, 06:05 AM   #441
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based on the other night, ipecac can be useful
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Old 08-26-2009, 11:20 PM   #442
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Should I bring the AP books to college like calculus and physics and blabla...
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Old 08-27-2009, 01:27 PM   #443
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^ No. I wouldn't bring anything that you really don't need.
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