I have less than 2 months until I leave for my second college program! It may seem like a long time away but I’ve started to put things aside and my roommates and I have already started making a list of who is bringing what. But I know that given the fact that I’m moving in pretty late, some of you are really into your packing stage right now. So I wanted to share with you what you really should bring for your college program! 

First of all, you’re going to need to bring I-9 paperwork and identification for check in, you’ll get emails about that as check it gets closer, but its really important so DON’T FORGET! Also make sure to be checking your email constantly for updates about when housing is opening up, and for on boarding procedures.

*I’m also going to be providing a downloadable version of this list so you can print it out and use it when you're packing!

** also keep in mind that a lot of this list can be split up between you and you roommates

Bedding (twin size)

Pillow(s) 

Extra blankets

extension cords 

Hangers

Laundry basket

Pictures and things to decorate your bulletin board 

*(Toiletries, cleaning products and bathroom stuff can be bought at Walmart once you move in)

Hair and makeup stuff

Combination lock 

Wifi router

Tv/dvd player (only your living room with have a cable connection)

Blender

Coffee maker

Toaster

Tall kitchen trash bin (and trash bags)

Drying rack 

Clothes:

Professional clothes for traditions and training

Going out clothes 

T-shirts and tank tops

Sweatshirts

Rain coat

Light jacket

Vest (I didn't bring any warm clothes my first program and I froze so I'm bringing some light hoodies and my north face vest this time)

Swimwear

Shorts/jeans/leggings

Socks* (you’ll have to get specific socks for your work location so get ready to buy new ones)

PJ’s 

Underwear/bras 

Flip flops/sandals

Flats & dressy shoes for traditions and training

Casual shoes (vans, converse, toms, sperry’s, etc) 

Running shoes

Miscellaneous:

Lunch box

Backpack for work

Small backpack for the parks

Chargers/portable batter/extra headphones