There's a lot to remember when moving on-campus, especially for the first time. Below, you'll find helpful lists of items to bring, items not to bring, and items that will be provided by the school.
If you have any questions regarding additional items you might want to bring or have provided, please email housing@du.edu.
Packing for college can be an exciting yet challenging task. To help you think about what to pack, here's a list of items that you should consider bringing to campus:
Bedding and Linens
Sheets (check the mattress size for your room)
Pillowcases
Pillows
Comforter or duvet
Mattress pad
Bathroom Supplies
Towels (bath and hand towels)
Shower caddy
Shower shoes/flip-flops
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Shampoo and conditioner
Shower Curtains (Apartments)
Soap or body wash
Clothing & Laundry
Hangers
Laundry bag or hamper
Laundry detergent
Kitchen Supplies
Microwave-safe dishes
Utensils (forks, knives, spoons)
Plates and bowls
Snack containers
*DU provides micro-fridges for all first-year rooms.
Room Decorations
Posters or wall art
Desk lamp
Rugs or carpets
Command strips or hooks for hanging items without damaging walls
Even as you pack for college, you should be aware of items prohibited in our residential buildings. The following is a list of items that cannot be present in any residential building:
Personal air condition units (except that students in Centennial Halls, Johnson-McFarlane, Hilltop Apartments and 4D House may have evaporative air coolers up to a capacity of 150 watts/44 BTUs and a 3-gallon tank)
Grills within or external to any residential community
Extension cords
Motorized equipment within a residential building including, but not limited to, electric skateboards, electric longboards, one-wheels, and scooters
Any gas-powered equipment
Candles, incense, or any other item that maintains a persistent flame
Items with exposed coils or heating elements including, but not limited to hot plates with coil burners, space heaters, electric grills with exposed coils, electric coil burners, and electric kettles with exposed elements
Halogen lights or lightbulbs
Hazardous materials including
For a full list of prohibited items and exceptions, review the Prohibited Items & Materials section of the Guide to Residence Living.
