Water Bottle
Why a Reusable Water Bottle is Essential for Your Dorm List As a senior, I can tell you a reusable water bottle is crucial for dorm life. Dorm rooms are often far from water fountains, and midnight trips to the…
Catherine Johnson
Just a college student trying to make it to graduation alive.
Plastic Cups
College Dorm List Essential: Why Pack Plastic Cups As a senior who’s lived in dorms for years, plastic cups are surprisingly versatile. They’re perfect for late-night water breaks, measuring laundry detergent, and organizing small items like paper clips or thumbtacks.…
Mini-Fridge
Why You Need a Mini Fridge in Your College Dorm As a senior who’s lived in dorms for three years, a mini fridge should be at the top of your dorm list. Late-night study sessions demand quick access to cold…
Microwave
Why You Need a Microwave in Your College Dorm As a senior who’s lived in dorms for years, a microwave should top your dorm list essentials. Late-night study sessions call for quick meals, and dining halls aren’t always open. You’ll…
Disposable Silverware
Why Include Disposable Silverware on Your Dorm List: A Senior’s Advice As a college senior, I’ve learned disposable silverware is essential for dorm living. Your dorm list should include a pack of plastic utensils because washing dishes in bathroom sinks…
Disposable Plates
Why Disposable Plates Should Be on Your Dorm List: An Upperclassman’s Perspective As a junior who’s lived in dorms for years, trust me – pack disposable plates. Between late-night study sessions, unreliable dishwashers, and tiny sinks filled with your roommate’s…
Bottle Opener
Essential Dorm List Item: Why You Need a Bottle Opener As a senior, I’ll be straight with you – a bottle opener is crucial for opening glass-bottled sodas, sparkling waters, and other beverages that’ll get you through late-night study sessions.…
Fabric Softener
Why You Need Fabric Softener in Your College Dorm As a senior who’s lived in the dorms for years, I can tell you fabric softener is an overlooked college essentials item that will save you major headaches. Dorm washing machines…
Detergent
Why Pack Laundry Detergent: A College Essential As a senior who’s lived in dorms for years, let me tell you – laundry detergent is one of the most crucial dorm room essentials you’ll need. While many freshmen overlook this college…
Bin / Hamper
Why You Need a Laundry Hamper: A Senior’s Guide to College Essentials As a senior who’s lived in the dorms, trust me – a laundry hamper is one of the most crucial dorm room essentials you’ll need. When you’re juggling…
Social Security Number
Chances are you’re going to need to provide your social security number at least once during your college career. Have it written down somewhere safe if you haven’t already memorized it.
Passport
Nothing quite beats a passport for identification. Bring it if you have it, but if you don’t, a driver’s license will suffice.
