You’re close to your first year in college, your first roommate, and of course, your first dorm room. You have to organize yourself in such a way that all your belongings fit into what will be your home for a while. We’ve put together a list for you, what will you be bringing with you to college?
- Full bed – a twin size bed will minimize the space it will take in your room. Don’t forget the right sheets, pillows and pillow cases, blankets, bedspread, and a bedside table.
- Desk, laptop/PC, printer, and flash drive. A charging station for all your gadgets and a comfortable chair too, for all the home works and projects you’ll have to prepare at this desk.
Lighting is important, you’ll need a table lamp – again for projects, a bedside table lamp – for late time reading, and a floor lamp.- An armchair would be really nice to find comfort in when reading the stacks of books for school.
- A bookshelf for the same books, so that they don’t take over your room.
- Your clothes need attention: plenty of hangers, a laundry hamper or bag and a small chest of drawers for your underwear and socks. To make sure your outfits match the day of the week, get a full length mirror to avoid the frustration of not being able to see the whole you.
- The trash can is essential. Paper towels and Clorox wipes are known as life savers.
- Towels – bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths, in your favorite colors. Take a shower caddy for your soap, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries. Shower shoes and a robe also.
- Mini fridge/microwave – check on the size restrictions and allowance first.
- A TV or radio for some well-deserved downtime, which you can easily replace with your laptop/smartphone.
So you’re all set, right? If you need some advice beyond just what furniture you need, the folks at Bachelor Degrees Online blog have a list of great tips to help you survive your first year in a dorm.
