Bryant University. The Character of Success

What to Bring to Your Residence Hall Room

When preparing to shop and pack to move to campus, these are a few suggested items to consider bringing with you or purchasing locally.

Personal Hygiene

  • Brush & Comb
  • Cosmetics
  • Deodorant
  • Nail File/Clipper
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Shaving Items
  • Hair Care Products
  • Toothbrush/Toothpaste
  • Dental Floss
  • Soap/Soap Carrier
  • Towels
  • Shower Caddy
    (with drainage holes)
  • Flip Flops for Shower
  • Twin XL Sheets
  • Blankets/Comforter
  • Pillow
  • Mattress Pad/Egg Crate Pad

Health Items

  • Advil/Tylenol
  • Cough Syrup/Drops
  • Thermometer
  • Vitamins
  • Prescription Medication
  • Feminine Hygiene Products
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Insurance Information
  • Band-Aids
  • Purell
  • Tissues

Appliances

  • Alarm Clock
  • Coaxial Cable
  • TV/DVD
  • Personal Music Player/MP3 Player
  • Hair Dryer
  • Curling/Flat Iron
  • Clothing Iron
  • Table Top Ironing Board
  • UL Approved Surge Protectors
  • Refrigerator
    (not greater than 4.8 cubic feet)

Cleaning & Laundry

  • Detergent &
    Fabric Softener
  • Laundry Bag/Basket
  • Metal/Plastic Drying Rack
  • Cloths Hangers
  • Lysol

Desktop Items

  • Planner/Calendar
  • Calculator
  • Notebooks/Folders
  • 3-Ring Binders
  • Pens & Pencils
  • 3 Hole Punch
  • Highlighters
  • Stapler & Staples
  • Paperclips
  • Stationary & Stamps
  • Flash Drive
  • Blank CDR/RW

Miscellaneous

  • Travel Mug
  • Snacks
  • Needle & Thread
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Thumbtacks/Push Pins
  • Funtack

Please keep in mind that several items are prohibited in the residence halls, and we ask that they be left at home.