What to Bring & What to Leave Behind
Grab the gear you'll need for living and learning at Bucknell.
We've prepared the packing list below to help you know what to pack — and what you should leave at home.
We can also help you protect your property with insurance, or rent a refrigeration unit for your room.
What to Bring
For Emergencies & Fixing Things
First-aid kit
Flashlight
Small tool kit (screw driver, hammer, pliers, etc.)
For COVID-19 Safety
Face Coverings (cloth masks, reusable masks, etc)
Face Shields
Gloves
Hand Sanitizer
Disinfectant wipes for personal spaces
Cleaning supplies
For Getting Around
Umbrella and boots for wet weather
Backpack
Good walking shoes
For Relaxing
TV and cables (HDMI, power cord, etc.) The University does not supply cable television to student rooms.
DVD player, Blu-ray player, video game console or streaming device
For Showering & Getting Ready
Towels and washcloths
Shower shoes and shower caddy
Toiletries (shampoo, soap, shaving cream, hand lotion, toothbrush, etc.)
Hair dryer
For Sleeping
Extra-long twin sheet set (or two for when one is in the laundry)
Pillow(s)
Comforter or bedspread and blanket
Window fan (Larison & Harris Halls are not air-conditioned)
Window screens — approximately 34-inch opening (student rooms do not come with window screens)
For Studying
Computer (learn how to borrow equipment)
Computer power cord and accessories.
Calculator
Office supplies: pens, pencils, pencil sharpener, highlighters, stapler, scissors, tape, ruler, thumbtacks
For Your Room
Headphones
Non-halogen desk, floor or bedside lamp
UL-listed surge protector
Plates, cups, bowls, utensils
Microwave (750 watts or less)
Mini fridge (4.5 cubic feet or less)
Garbage can
For Your Wardrobe
Clothing for warm and cold weather (storing seasonal clothing at home, if an option, is recommended)
Swimsuit and other athletic clothing
Hangers
Laundry basket or bag (and detergent)
Under-the-bed storage boxes and bed risers
Iron and ironing board
What to Leave Behind
- For the 2020-2021 academic year, furniture is not permitted within campus housing. This includes, but not limited to couches, entertainment centers and personal mattresses.
- Air conditioner
- Candles (even if only used for decoration or if the wick has been removed)
- Blender
- Car
- George Foreman Grill
- Halogen lamp
- Hot plate
- Hot pot
- Incense
- Microwave over 750 watts
- Oil popcorn popper
- Panini press
- Personal cooking appliances over 600 watts (except microwaves)
- Pets (non-carnivorous fish are OK)
- Rice cooker
- Space heater
- Toaster/toaster oven
- Weapons of any kind (including, but not limited to firearms, ammunition, bow and arrow, swords, knives and paint ball/pellet guns)
Additional Pandemic-related Supplies
Self-care Kit
As you start your Bucknell journey, prepare to stay healthy with a Self-care Kit. Consider bringing these items with you to Bucknell:
Hand sanitizer
Mild pain and/or fever reducer, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Mild pain, fever and/or anti-inflammatory, such as Ibuprofen (Advil)
Antihistamine/allergy medicine (Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec)
1% hydrocortisone cream
Antacid (Maalox, Rolaids, Pepto-Bismol, Tums)
Decongestant (Sudafed PE)
Anti-diarrhea medication (Imodium)
Throat lozenges
Band-aids of various sizes
Ace wrap
Hot/cold pack
Gauze pack
Medical tape
Tissues
Soup packets
Soothing teas
Carrying tote/caddy to transport/store grooming items
Liquid soap or body wash
Toothbrush covers
Extra facial coverings (masks)
Portable hand sanitizer dispensers
Moisturizer to keep skin healthy with extra washing or use of alcohol-based sanitizer
EPA-approved cleaning supplies
Reusable dish washing-type gloves
Supplies for Isolation or Quarantine
While we hope you won't need the supplies on the list below, it's better to plan ahead. Prepare a "go bag" with the following items that can be packed and ready to go on a moment's notice.
You should have enough of the following supplies to last two weeks.
Medications: Any prescriptions you regularly take and over-the-counter medications such as fever reducers and pain relievers
Thermometer
Self-care items: Tissues, hand sanitizer, soothing drink mixes or teas
Extra school supplies
EPA approved cleaning wipes
Toiletry items: Shampoo, soap, deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste
Other personal care items: Razors, hygiene and nail care products, etc.
Extra contacts or glasses and associated supplies
Healthy non-perishable snacks such as nuts, dried fruits, granola or other snack bars
Laundry bag
Small amount of laundry detergent/pods
Water bottle
Additional Resources
Housing Services
Location
126 Vedder Hall