What to Bring

What to Bring

The following items are suggested for students to bring when moving into the residence halls on the campus of Central Methodist University. If you do not know your roommate it is a good idea to contact each other before you arrive. Be sure to share what each other is planning to bring, and what can be shared in your room.

Click below to view a downloadable PDF of what to bring and what not to bring. 

Downloadable PDF

 

Appliances/Electronics

  • Coffee Maker (Keurig, French Press, Cold Brew, etc.)
  • Refrigerator (5 cubic feet or less
  • Microwave (low-wattage)
  • TV
  • Gaming System
  • Fan
  • Headphones/speakers
  • Surge Protector/Extension Cord
  • 15ft. Coaxial Cable
  • 15ft. Ethernet Cable

Desk/Class Supplies

  • Desk Organizer
  • Desk Lamp
  • Writing Utensils (pens, pencils, highlighters, etc.)
  • Printer Paper & Notebooks
  • Office Accessories (paperclips, stapler, sticky notes, etc.)
  • Binders & Dividers
  • Backpack/Electronic Case (laptop)
  • Calculator
  • Memo Board (cork, dry erase, etc.)

Laundry Essentials

  • Clothes Hangers
  • Laundry Basket/Bag
  • Liquid Laundry Detergent
  • Fabric Softener
  • Dryer Sheets/balls
  • Stain Remover
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Quarters ($3.00/wash & dry cycle)

Cleaning Supplies

  • Broom & Dust Pan/Mop & Bucket/Vacuum
  • Cleaning Solutions (Mr. Clean, Lysol, Clorox, Windex, etc.)
  • Disinfectant/Sanitizers (sprays, wipes, gels, etc.)

Bath Basics

  • Shower Caddy & Shower Shoes
  • Towels (wash cloths, hand towels, etc.)
  • Shampoo/Conditioner & Body Wash/Soap
  • Grooming & Hygiene Products (toothbrush/toothpaste, deodorant, razor & shaving cream, face wash, floss, mouthwash, etc.)
  • Cosmetic Products (makeup, makeup remover, skin care)
  • Hair Dryer/Curling & Flat Iron
  • Plunger
  • Toilet Paper

Kitchen Essentials

  • Cook wear (pans, pots, skillet, strainer, etc.)
  • Microwavable Dishes (plates, bowels, cups)
  • Microwavable Tupperware
  • Silverware (forks, spoons, knives, etc.)
  • Dish Soap & Brillo Pad/Sponge
  • Plastic Baggies (Ziploc)
  • Reusable Water Bottles
  • Paper Towels
  • Air fryer

Suggested Necessities

  • Air freshener (Febreze, Glade, etc.)
  • First Aid Kit
  • Closet Organizers (plastic dresser drawers, under-bed storage containers.)
  • Bed Risers (4ct. pack)
  • Mattress topper (twin XL)
  • Blankets
  • Snacks
  • 3M Strips

What NOT to Bring

The following items are prohibited

  • Alcohol/Drug Paraphernalia
  • Candles
  • Firearms/Explosives (fireworks, etc.)
  • Halogen Lamps
  • Open-Coiled Cooking Appliances (Toasters, Toaster Ovens, Hot Plates)
  • Pets (Mammals, reptiles, insects, and birds)
  • LED Light Strips