What should I bring for life in the residence halls?

Things to Bring

For the Room:

• Alarm clock
• Area rug
• Computer or typewriter
• Desk supplies (including paper, pens,pencils, tape, envelopes, stamps, folders, etc.)
• Dictionary and/or thesaurus
• Extension cords (grounded, with surge protectors only)
• Fan (but no space heaters, please)
• Flashlight
• Games
• Iron and ironing board
• Laundry basket/bag and detergent
• Pillows, blankets, linens, quilts and/or comforters
• Posters, pictures and other wall decorations
• Reading lamp
• Small sewing, first aid and tool kits
• Stereo
• Telephone (for land line connection)
• Television/VCR
• Umbrella or rain coat
• Utensils (plates, cups, etc.) for snacks

For the Bathroom:

• Bathrobe
• Carry bucket (to transport items to and from the bathroom)
• Hair dryer and/or curling iron
• Toiletries (including soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, razor, etc.)
• Towels and washcloths

Things NOT to Bring

Candles, potpourri burners, incense, soldering irons and halogen products have been considered as fire hazards by the Richmond Fire Department and are not permitted in residence facilities.

Eating on Campus

Although each residence hall is equipped with at least one kitchen, incoming students must remain on the full 19 meal plan their first semester on campus. After the first semester, meal-change requests can be made through the Office of Student Development, located in the basement of Carpenter Hall.

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