Some things to pack for my dorm...?

Question

that isn't something obvious but that we will need...

my career advisor person told me the number one thing people forget but that they need is an airfreshner.

anything else??

Answer 1

batteries.

a fan.

Answer 2

Don't forget a can opener!  

Answer 3

A small fan in case the dorm is hot (but they're usually freezing).

ANYTHING that has storage.

A minifridge if you want to be able to eat the food you buy.

If your roommates are strangers, something for your valuables.

Lamp.

Hamper.

Wastebasket.

One of those thingys that you hang your towel on.

Good luck!

Answer 4

This is everything I can think of:

Essentials for Daily Living:

Pillows, Pillow Cases, Bed Sheets (Twin or Twin Extra Long if your dorm has extra long beds), Mattress Pad, Clothes Hamper, Clothes Basket, Laundry Detergent, Fabric Softener, Clothes Hangers, Your Clothes, Table/Desk Top Ironing Board, Iron, Over the Door Full Length Mirror, Over the Door Shoe Rack, Shower Tote/Caddy, Shower Shoes (an absolute must have), Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Soap, Razor, Shaving Gel, Body Lotion, Wash Cloths, Hand Towel, Body Towels, Bath Robe (an absolute must have), Toothbrush, Toothbrush Holder, Mouth Wash, Blow Dryer, Hair Spray (if you use it), Hair Accessories (if you use them), Perfume (if you use it), Make-up (if you use it), Back Support Pillow (for sitting up and reading or viewing television in bed), Garbage Can, Garbage Bags, Alarm Clock, and Desk Lamp, First Aid Kit that Includes: Band-Aids, Ace Bandage, Small Packets of Tylenol, Benadryl, and Icy Hot, Small Bottle of Nyquil, Cough Drops, Ice Pack.

Ideals for Daily Living:

Mini-Fridge and Microwave (Can be purchased at Bed, Bath, and Beyond), Floor Lamp, Television, Stereo/Radio with CD Player, DVD Player, DVDs, CDs, Ipod or MP3 Player, Small Vacuum or Dust Buster, Coffee Pot, Bottled Water and other Beverages, Easy to Microwave Foods, Plastic Washable/Reusable Plates, Bowls, Cups, Forks, Knives and Spoons.

Essentials for Academics:

Pencils, Pens, Highlighters, White-Out Pen, Mini Stapler and Staples, Pencil Cap Erasers, Paper Clips, Index Cards (work well for flashcards and test study questions and answers), Post-It Notes, Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 3 Ring Binder (at least one), Loose Leaf Paper (for the binder), Notebooks, Graphing Calculator, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Textbooks (You'd be surprised at how many students fail to buy the books and then wonder why they fail the course!), Daily Planner/Assignment Book, Large Desk Calendar, Dry Erase Board and Dry Erase Pens.

Ideals for Academics:

Laptop Computer, Cat-5 Cable Cord (for connecting to the internet on campus), USB Cord (for connecting printer to computer) Printer/Scanner/Copier In One Unit, Printer Paper, Extra Printer Ink.

Stuff to Make the Room Pretty:

Tape (for hanging posters), Posters, Cork Board and Thumb Tacks (for hanging up pictures), Pictures of Family and Friends, Framed Pictures for the Desk

Keep in Possession at All Times:

Driver's License or State Issued ID Card, Student ID Card, Debit Card, and Minimal (no more than 20 dollars) Cash.

Have on Move In Day:

Two forms for Proof of Identification- License or State Card, and Social Security Card.

Look at Purchasing:

Renter's Insurance (Most students and parents don't think the student qualifies, but you do, because you signed a contract, which is similar to a lease and you'll be paying/renting the room for about 9 months. Get this to protect you and your belongings from fire, storms, and/or theft.)

If Your College Allows It:

Loft Your Bed! (This gives you a lot of extra space to store things, like clothing that didn't fit in the dresser drawers or closet.)

Contact your roommate to see who is bringing what when it comes to ideals for the dorm. You don't want 2 fridges and 2 microwaves and stuff like that because it will take up too much room.

(I'm from the U.S. if you live in a different country, certain things on the list may not apply to you, but I just listed everything I knew I needed when I stayed in the dorms.)

Answer 5

duct tape....trust me it will come in handy

and extension cords