Packing List

Here is a list of the basic necessities for on-campus living. While many of these may appear obvious, it is still very possible to accidentally forget a few items that may come in handy.

Items to bring:

• Alarm clock
• Laundry detergent
• Iron/ironing board
• Laundry hamper
• Soap
• Cups/plates/utensils (for snacking in the room)
• Shampoo/conditioner
• Comforter/blanket
• Toothbrush/toothpaste
• Sheets (extra long twin)
• Razor/shaving cream
• Pillows/pillow cases
• Hairdryer
• Towels
• Tissues
• Hangers
• Medication
• Umbrella/raincoat
• Waste basket
• Board games
• Room decorations
• Sports equipment
• Tools
• Beach chair/suntan lotion (UT is in Florida!)
• Writing utensils/highlighters
• Small plants
• School supplies
• Telephone (voicemail provided)
• Paper/notebooks
• Small reading lamp
• Stamps
• Computer w/ Ethernet card
• Reference texts
• Small refrigerator*
• Calendar/planner
• Microwave oven*

*For your convenience the Office of Residence Life has arranged with a reputable company where you can rent a small refrigerator, microwave oven or a combination unit which includes a microwave, refrigerator and freezer. These units comply with the university's voltage requirements. For more information please visit campus coolers.

Items to leave at home:

The following items, if found on campus, are a violation of university policy and would result in a referral to Judicial Affairs or to the Office of Residence Life:

• All firearms (including, but not limited to, handguns, rifles, pellet guns, BB guns)
• All other weapons (including, but not limited to, swords bow and arrows, balloon slingshots, martial arts weapons, hunting knives)
• Dart boards and darts
• Fireworks or other explosives
• Candles and incense
• Pets (with the exception of fish in a tank no larger than 10 gallons, and then only with roommate’s approval)
• Barbecue grills and toaster ovens
• Waterbeds
• Lofts of any kind