What to bring

  • School supplies
    • binders, folders, pens, pencils, paper, notebooks, index cards, tape, stapler, scissors, calculator, backpack, computer
  • Alarm clock
  • New extension cords (UL listed)
  • Surge protectors
  • Emergency preparedness kit:
  • First aid kit: bandages, Ibuprofen, cold medications
  • Flashlight
  • Batteries
  • Sewing kit: buttons, pins/safety pins,needles, thread
  • Envelopes and stamps
  • Toiletries:
    • shower caddy (to carry toiletries), shower shoes, towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, razor
  • Towels
  • Bathrobe
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Clothes for any temperature/occasion
  • Rain coat
  • Clothes hangers
  • Laundry detergent, dryer sheets, bleach
  • Laundry basket or bag
  • Bedding
    • extra-long twin size sheets and comforter, pillows and pillowcases
  • Desk lamp
  • Fan
  • Small trash can
  • Room decorations with removable adhesive
  • TV (if you choose), DVD player (one per room)
  • Small stereo (one per room)
  • Kitchen items
    • water filter/bottled water, dishes (just a few): cups, plates, bowls, silverware

What not to bring

  • Large furnishings: beds, mattresses, desks, dressers
  • Open heat source appliances: Hot pot, hot plate, toaster oven, halogen lamps
  • Candles, incense, fireworks, or hookahs
  • Weapons (including, but not limited to: BB guns, pellet guns, or knives with longer than a 3” blade)
  • Pets (other than fish in a 5 gallon tank)
  • Dartboards (magnetic darts are acceptable)
  • Alcohol and drug paraphernalia
  • Amplifiers, subwoofers, or speakers larger than 6”
  • *Refrigerator
  • *Microwave

*Note: All non-apartment rooms are equipped with a mini-fridge and microwave.

For additional information or answers to frequently asked questions, please consult our Student Handbook at: http://www.stmartin.edu/StudentServices/pdf/StudentHandbook.pdf.