<p>Yes. You are very likely [almost certain] to get trip dates toward the end – and will be able to move into your room early even if your trip ends before the dorms open for other students. Consider shipping cold weather things, since you’re not likely to need them for a while. Save your airplane luggage allowance for what is critical. You can get anything you need at the WalMart/etc. in West Lebanon, but you’d have to learn to negotiate the free shuttle system (<a href=“http://www.advancetransit.com/”>About – Advance Transit). I’m not sure I’d personally want to try to bring a mini fridge back on it, and a lot of things that everyone needs can get sold out. There is a sale of used appliances on campus (Collis?) at the beginning of the year. Get there early and join together with other residents of your dorm to help each other carry stuff home. Give serious consideration to amazon.com. The mail room can get a little overwhelmed at the start of the year but it’s still a good option – and they may still offer trial periods with free shipping. The one thing you may want from the very beginning is a window fan – especially if you’re in the Choates. CVS [drug store on South Main] is as good a place as any. The hardware store may carry them as well. </p>