What to Bring

For Emergencies & Fixing Things

First-aid kit

 Flashlight

Small tool kit (screw driver, hammer, pliers, etc.)

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

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

 Personal Property Insurance 

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

• 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)

Appliances & MicroFridge Rentals

Bucknell does not provide appliances like microwaves or mini-fridges for single and double rooms assigned to first-year students and sophomores. You can coordinate with your roommate and bring your own appliances or rent a MicroFridge — an appliance with both functions — through the Campus Specialties website.

Once you have your current housing assignment including room number and building name, you can place your order. Campus Specialties will deliver the unit directly to your room and remove it after you move out at the end of the spring semester. You just need to clean it out and unplug the unit when you move out.

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Housing Insurance

If you want extra protection for your personal property, whether you are on campus or studying abroad, consider purchasing the College Plus Insurance plan. Their 24/7 plan protects you against theft; damages from accidents, burglary, fire, water or natural disasters like floods and earthquakes.

The plan covers computers, laptops and personal devices including tablets, smartphones and audio players. It also covers school books, clothes, bicycles, musical instruments, and sporting goods.

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Storage Information

Dorm Room Movers is the University's storage partner, and is available for students to store items during the summer for a fee. Students using this service must pack their belongings using packing supplies provided by the company. Boxes will be picked up by the company on campus at the end of the academic year and will be delivered to your new residence the following year.

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