Campus Life

Residence Life Checklist

General Items

General Items To Bring

  • Cell Phone and Cell Phone Charger
  • Humidifier – Optional
  • Vacuum / Mop / Broom / Cleaning Supplies
  • Room Fragrances / Odor Eliminators (Not Candles)
  • Iron with automatic shut-off / Ironing Board
  • Area Rug
  • Batteries
  • Fan
  • Flashlight
  • Crates for Storage / Storage Drawers / Under Bed Boxes
  • Power Strip (UL approved)
  • Drying Rack
  • Waste Basket / Trash Bags
  • Tools (Hammer, screwdriver, etc…)
  • Hooks – 3M Command Removable Adhesive Hooks
  • Laundry Detergent/Fabric Softener / Dryer Sheets
  • Laundry Basket / Bag / Hamper
  • Light Bulbs
  • Paper Towels / Tissues
  • Quarters for Laundry ($ 1.25 per wash and $ 1.25 per dry)
  • Safety Pins / Sewing Kit
  • School Supplies (Staples, Stapler, Tape, etc)
  • Stamps and Stationery
  • Hangers
  • Tac’n Stik to hang posters (no adhesive should be used that may cause wall damage)
  • Umbrella
  • Insurance Card / Insurance Information
  • Alarm Clock (with battery backup)
  • Phone and Answering Machine
  • CD player or iPod radio / MP3 or iPod speakers
  • Refrigerator (Nothing bigger than 3.2 cubic feet) energy star certified
  • Lamps (no Halongen)
  • Television / DVD / VCR Player
  • DVD’s / CD’s (storage)
  • Camera – Digital / Disposal
  • Video Game System – Xbox, PlayStation, Wii
  • Sports Equipment (no large exercise equipment or weight systems)
  • Posters / Wall Art / Frames
  • Door Mirror

Bathroom Items

Bathroom

  • Bathrobe / Slippers
  • Flip Flops / Shower Shoes
  • Shower Caddy
  • Soap (Hand and Bath)
  • Shampoo
  • Bath Towels / Hand Towels
  • Medicine (Advil, Tylenol, Cold, Prescription)
  • First Aid Supplies (Band-Aids, Neosporin)
  • Hair Dryer
  • Toothbrush / Toothpaste
  • Curling Iron
  • Razors

 

Study Items

Study

  • Computer / Laptop / Printer
  • Flash Drive
  • Computer Paper
  • Desk Lamp (no halogen)
  • Dictionary / Thesaurus
  • Back Pack
  • Message Board
  • Calculator
  • Schedule / Calendar / Planner

 

Rest Items

Rest

  • Backrest for Bed
  • Comforter / Quilt / Blanket (s) for twin beds
  • Pillows
  • Mattress pad/Featherbed / Memory Pad / Foam Pad
  • Sheets (Extra Long)
  • Mattress Cover
  • Bed Risers

 

Food Items

Food

  • Bottled Water
  • Bowls / Plates / Utensils / Cups
  • Can Opener
  • Microwave (no greater than 700 Watt)
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Snack Foods
  • Coffee Maker with automatic shutoff/ Replacement Filters
  • Bag Clips
  • Microwave Accessories
  • Travel Mug
  • Tupperware

 

What Not to Bring to Rosemont

  • Candles/Incense
  • Hookahs
  • Fireworks
  • Alcohol (if under 21) including any type of bottles (empty or containing alcohol) for decorative purposes
  • Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Lofts/Water mattresses
  • Any appliance with an open/exposed heating element (i.e.: hotplates, grills, toaster oven)
  • Irons and/or coffee makers without an automatic shut-off
  • Air conditioners/Ceiling Fan/Sun Lamps/Space Heaters
  • Refrigerators larger than 3.2 cubic feet; EnergyStar certified
  • Pets
  • Gasoline motors, including motorcycles and mopeds (cannot be stored in room)
  • Live Holiday trees
  • Major weight-lifting and exercise equipment
  • Dart boards and Darts (other than Velcro)
  • Large furniture (desk, bed, mattress and dresser provided)
  • Ash trays
  • Extension cords
  • Ceiling or wall draperies
  • Weapons as described in the Student Handbook (including pocket/pen knives)
  • Items listed as prohibited in the Student Handbook / Housing Contract