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From drying mats to sewing kits, URochester students and Residential Life staff share the college dorm essentials they wish someone had told them about.<\/h2>\n
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Packing for college? Start with the University of Rochester<\/a>\u2019s official Residential Life packing list<\/a>, which covers what\u2019s already provided in residence halls, what students may want to bring, and what items aren\u2019t permitted.<\/p>\n

Then make room for the items that don\u2019t appear on any official list: the ones students at URochester end up buying by October, borrowing in December, or wishing they\u2019d packed before leaving home. We asked students and Residential Life staff a simple question: What\u2019s one thing you didn\u2019t bring that you ended up needing?<\/p>\n

Answers ranged from a drying mat and sewing kit to a hammock and a rubber shoe mat. And because this is Rochester, a coat and gloves that mean business.<\/p>\n

Here are some additions to consider for your unofficial URochester college packing list.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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One outfit that says, \u201cYes, I own something besides a hoodie\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"URochester
DRESS THE PART:<\/strong> The annual Undergraduate Research Expo is just one of several events during your time on campus where you might want to don some elevated apparel. (URochester photo \/ J. Adam Fenster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Most days on campus skew casual. But sooner or later there will be a reason to look like you own an iron: a research presentation, a concert or recital, or an interview for one of URochester\u2019s internship opportunities.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why Reddit user SlowResearch2<\/a>, responding to an incoming student asking what to bring to URochester, offered one addition that hadn\u2019t appeared on most other lists: a nice outfit. Students may wear casual clothes to class every day, the user noted, but \u201cthere will sometimes be an event where you have to dress up nice. So just bring one.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

You may need it sooner than you think: Eastman\u2019s New Student Semi-Formal Dance traditionally lands during Welcome Week, and events such as the annual Boar\u2019s Head Dinner<\/a> in December give River Campus students a reason to dress up, too.<\/p>\n

A shower caddy\u2014and its best friend, the drying mat<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For many first-year students, college introduces a new daily routine: gathering everything needed for a shower and carrying it down a hallway.<\/p>\n

Shower shoes or slippers are high on the list for Kaycee Viator, a Residential Life area coordinator. Add a caddy for toiletries, and the trip to and from a communal bathroom becomes much simpler. A mesh caddy has another advantage: It dries quickly.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe drying mat is an underrated essential.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cThe shower caddy definitely saved me in my freshman year when I had to use the communal bathroom,\u201d says Maliki Hawkins \u201927. \u201cIt was so easy to carry soaps and other toiletries with the caddy when I had to walk farther to the actual shower. Instead of having to take multiple trips to carry things, I was able to do it in one.\u201d<\/p>\n

Then there\u2019s the question of where a wet towel and dripping caddy go once you\u2019re back in the room. Adelyne \u201cAddie\u201d Jareo \u201927, a resident advisor in a first-year residence hall, recommends a drying mat for underneath. \u201cThe drying mat is an underrated essential,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

A Twin XL mattress topper for a touch of comfort<\/h3>\n
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THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT:<\/b> A Twin XL mattress is five inches longer than a standard twin mattress. (URochester photo \/ Lauren Petracca)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Most residence hall mattresses are Twin XL, so make sure your bedding is, too. For students who prefer a softer or more cushioned bed, a mattress topper can make a standard-issue mattress feel a little more luxurious after a busy day.<\/p>\n

Noise-canceling headphones\u2014because your roommate keeps different hours<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When your bedroom is also your study space\u2014not to mention someone else\u2019s bedroom\u2014the ability to create a little quiet can be surprisingly valuable. Noise-canceling headphones can help with studying; for sleeping, a small white-noise machine can help mask hallway conversations, closing doors, or a roommate on a different schedule.<\/p>\n

A passport\u2014Toronto is closer than you think<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A passport isn\u2019t on most dorm packing lists. At URochester, there\u2019s a good argument for bringing one: Canada is close enough to make Toronto or the Canadian side of Niagara Falls a tempting road-trip destination.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind this important distinction: A standard REAL ID is not, by itself, a border-crossing document. For US citizens traveling to and from Canada<\/a> by land, acceptable documents can include a US passport, passport card, Enhanced Driver\u2019s License, or certain trusted-traveler cards. Whatever document you bring, keep it stored securely in your room.<\/p>\n

p.s. Our alumni offer plenty of picks for the perfect long weekend in the T.O.<\/a><\/p>\n

A basic sewing kit\u2014for the unexpected snag<\/h3>\n

This is the kind of item that sits in a drawer for two months and then earns its keep in about four minutes. \u201cEven if you don\u2019t know how to sew, you\u2019ll be grateful it\u2019s there when you nick your favorite pants or sweater on a corner in November,\u201d says Jackson Wimpsett \u201929.<\/p>\n

A basic kit with needles, a few colors of thread, safety pins, and spare buttons takes up less space than a deck of cards.<\/p>\n

\u201cEven if you don\u2019t know how to sew, you\u2019ll be grateful it\u2019s there when you nick your favorite pants or sweater on a corner in November.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

A rubber shoe mat\u2014for the Rochester winter you\u2019ll track inside<\/h3>\n

Rochester winters arrive indoors too, tracked in on the soles of everyone\u2019s boots. Wimpsett recommends putting a rubber shoe mat in the room before winter arrives. \u201cYou don\u2019t realize the space wet shoes take up until they\u2019re inside,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

A mat by the door gives boots a designated spot to drip and keeps meltwater off your rug.<\/p>\n

A hammock or picnic blanket\u2014to join your squad on the quad<\/h3>\n
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HANG TIME:<\/strong> Sun\u2019s out? See you on the Eastman Quad. (URochester photo \/ J. Adam Fenster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When campus turns brilliant in fall or blooms in spring, you\u2019ll want to soak up every glorious minute. Jareo recommends bringing a hammock or picnic blanket for listening to the Rush Rhees carillon, studying al fresco, grabbing a power nap, or simply claiming a patch of grass with friends.<\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> You can always sign out a hammock from the Campus Information Center<\/a> at Wilson Commons.<\/p>\n

A laundry bag you can actually carry<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Every URochester residence hall has laundry facilities. The bigger question is how you\u2019re going to get your clothes there. A sturdy or mesh laundry bag can be easier to carry than a basket, especially if the laundry room is on another floor. And don\u2019t forget detergent.<\/p>\n

A long charging cable\u2014you don\u2019t know where the outlets are yet<\/strong><\/h3>\n

You don\u2019t yet know where the outlets will be in your residence hall room\u2014or where your bed and desk will end up once you and your roommate start arranging things. A long phone or USB charging cable gives you flexibility.<\/p>\n

Just remember that a long charging cable is different from an extension cord. Before bringing electrical equipment, check the current Residential Life packing and fire-safety guidelines; electronics and appliances used in residence halls must meet University safety requirements.<\/p>\n

The Rochester weather survival kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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BUNDLED UP:<\/strong> A good pair of gloves \u201creally worked wonders against the wind and snow,\u201d says Chloe Yokitis. (URochester photo \/ J. Adam Fenster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

August-you and February-you may have very different opinions about Rochester weather.<\/p>\n

For the warmer weeks at the beginning of the academic year, Viator recommends a compact oscillating fan. Come winter, she recommends a thick coat, hat, and gloves\u2014\u201cespecially relevant for our city depending on how nice Mother Nature wants to be to us,\u201d she jokes.<\/p>\n

And don\u2019t underestimate the gloves. Before coming to Rochester, Chloe Yokitis \u201928 says, she had never been \u201ca gloves person.\u201d URochester changed her mind. \u201cI brought my gloves to Rochester, and I\u2019m so glad I did,\u201d she says. \u201cThey kept me so cozy and really worked wonders against the wind and snow.\u201d<\/p>\n

One more small-weather essential: a compact umbrella that actually fits in your backpack or tote. Rochester can serve up a sunny morning, drizzly afternoon, and chilly evening in a single day.<\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> While you acclimate to Rochester winters, take advantage of the River Campus tunnel system under Eastman Quad.<\/p>\n

Something that reminds you of home<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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SENTIMENTAL ESSENTIALS:<\/strong> Worth the suitcase space. (URochester photo \/ Gary Kong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not everything on a college packing list needs to solve a logistical problem. Bring the framed photo that has always had pride of place on your dresser. The stuffed animal you\u2019ve had since childhood. A favorite T-shirt or blanket. The tea you can only get at home. Even a simple sticker that you can affix to your laptop.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need to recreate your childhood bedroom. One or two meaningful objects can go a long way toward making an unfamiliar space begin to feel like your room.<\/p>\n

And finally: Don\u2019t bring everything<\/h3>\n
\"URochester
HELPING HANDS:<\/strong> Forgot something at home? You can probably find someone on your floor who can lend you an item, give you a ride to a nearby store, or otherwise help find a solution. (URochester photo \/ Lauren Petracca)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Residence hall rooms are smaller than you think. Your roommate is bringing things, too. And plenty can be borrowed or purchased after move-in, once you know what you actually need and use.<\/p>\n

Bring the essentials. Bring a few things you love. And leave yourself some room to figure out the rest once URochester starts feeling like home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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