Move-In Monday: Pack List

The Fall Term is quickly approaching and today we kick off our summer "Move-In Monday" series. Over the next few weeks, the Residence Life team will share tips and tricks to get new students packed, moved, and settled into life at Elmira College - starting with what to pack, and what to toss into the "stay-at-home" pile.

Before you start shopping, here are the items that the Residence Life team recommends you pack. Many big-box stores create their own college supply list, but the EC team pulled together this list below to get you started.

Items to take to pack:

• Your student ID card. If you did not receive this during a Summer Orientation, they will be available at check-in.
• At least 2 (two) fabric, washable masks
• Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes
• Television (optional): most lounges have a TV on the floor. If you do bring a TV make sure it is small.
• Mini-fridge or a micro-fridge combo unit; If you rented a MicroFridge through our program, no need to pack - it will be in your room waiting!! If you're planning to bring your own, standard size mini-fridges only please (four cubic feet or smaller)
• Computer - Apple or PC, laptop or desktop
• Desk lamp with a glass or metal dome/bulb cover; make sure you have the correct light wattage for the lamp
• Alarm clock
• Laundry bag or basket
• Laundry soap or detergent (liquid is best)
• Stain remover or stain stick
• Sewing kit (needles and thread, safety pins, two-sided tape, etc.)
• Cups, plates, and eating utensils (there is a sink in the pantry to wash dishes)
• Twin XL bedding (Twin XL size will fit on all campus mattresses)
• Mattress topper for your bed (optional, but you'll love yourself for it)
• Anything to decorate your room and make you feel at home (e.g., pictures of family, friends and/or pets; only 20% of your wall space can be covered)
• Command Strips or tape to hang decorations
• Organizer/planner/calendar
• Backpack
• Folding/camp chairs
• Bike and a (good) bike lock (optional)
• Fan
• Bath towels, soap, robe, etc.
• Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
• Shower shoes or flip flops
• Shower caddy for toiletries
• Small can-opener
• First aid kit, including Band-Aids, antibiotic ointment, ace bandage, etc.
• Tylenol, Advil, or other pain reliever
• Umbrella
• Raincoat with a hood
• Rain shoes/boots
• Workout and/or sports clothes
• "Dress" clothes (for formal occasions or class presentations)
• Hangers for your clothes (all rooms have a closet/wardrobe)
• A lockbox for any valuables
• Textbooks
• School supplies

If you forget something, don't worry. There are many shopping options, such as grocery, discount, and big-box stores, all located within a 15-minute drive from campus.

More importantly, here are the items to toss into the "stay-at-home" pile:

• Microwave - if you did not rent a MicroFridge through our program, there are microwaves available in the residence hall pantries.
• Pets (fish in a 10 gallon or smaller aquarium are okay)
• Firearms - even if you hunt or shoot for sport
• Expensive clothing and accessories that you will be worried about
• Out-of-season clothes (your closet is only so big)
• Anything with an open heat component such as a hot plate, griddle, coffee pot/heater
• See list of "Fire Safety" in the Student Code of Conduct to know what is absolutely NOT allowed and will break fire code (examples include: candles, halogen lamps, and tapestries).

If you have questions about your residence hall, pack list, or anything else in-between, the Residence Life team is here to help you. Click here for contact information.