WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING TO CAMPUS

 

What do I bring to my new room? 

We strongly urge residents to contact their roommates in advance to move-in day to discuss larger items that they will need to share (TV, DVD player, stereo, etc.). It is also important that all students pack responsibly to ensure that each roommate will have a sufficient living space. It is highly recommended that students bringing computers, bring laptops rather than desktops. Please note that with each tripled room, there will be a very limited amount of space for each resident; therefore, it is highly encouraged that residents bring only the items they need. Where possible, think seasonally when packing to avoid unnecessary clutter in the room.

 

Prohibited Items

  • Candles

  • Electrical appliances such as microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens, rice cookers, grills, hot plates

  • Pets (other than fish)

  • Space heaters

  • Chemicals/combustibles

  • Weights/exercising equipment

  • Iron without automatic shut off

  • Extension cords

  • Plug-in air fresheners

  • Cinder blocks/Unapproved bed raisers

  • Unapproved bed lofts (Must meet NYS Fire Code- Please contact Environmental Safety @ 631-632-6410)

 

Essential Items

  • Bedding/extra long linens/comforter

  • Extra long mattress pad/cover (All beds are 80 inches long)

  • Pillows and pillow cases

  • Towels, toiletries, shower toiletries

  • Shower shoes

  • Alarm clock

  • Laundry detergents & laundry basket

  • Wastebaskets & garbage bags

  • Hangers

  • First aid and sewing kit

 

Desirable Items

  • Laptops

  • Refrigerator (not to exceed 3 cubic feet) *

  • Stereo, television, MP3 Players *

  • Desk & floor lamps (no halogen) *

  • Vacuum, cleaning supplies, air freshener *

  • Power strip (UL approved w/surge protector)

  • Area rugs *

  • Plastic storage bins

  • Memo board, posters, pictures

  • Calendar, notebooks, printing paper

  • Memo board, posters, pictures, fun tack

  • Fan

  • School supplies

  • Iron (auto shut-off), ironing board *

  • Flashlight

  • Solid Air Freshener (no plug-ins!)

  • Bathing Suit

  • Batteries

  • Book Bag/Backpack

  • Free Standing Bookshelves

  • Plastic Bed Elevators

  • Quarters (i.e. U.S. 25¢ coins)

  • Sponges

  • Umbrella/Raincoat

 

* Discuss with roommate(s) to eliminate duplicates