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Recommended Packing List

The items on this list are intended as suggestions and are not required. Students and parents should note that new residents need not tote all this stuff from home, as there are plenty of retail options here in Gainesville (i.e. Walmart, Kmart, Target, etc.) You may also wish to check with your roommate to bring items to share.

IRHA has found a convenient, affordable way to ensure you have sheets that will fit the extra-long mattresses in our residence halls. The Residence Hall Linens program has all your campus living needs, from extra long twin sheets and comforters to matching towels and storage items. Proceeds from this program go to the IRHA and are used for programming in the residence halls at University of Florida. Please visit the RHL website.

Bedroom and Bathroom

Bedding

Comforter/Blanket
Mattress Pad
Extra Long Twin Sheets
Pillow(s)

Shower Supplies

Towels and Washcloths
Hand Towels (the Rec center requires a hand towel to workout)
Toiletries
Shower Tote or Bucket
Shower Shoes
Robe

Clothing Related Items

Clothes (including "dressy" outfits)
Hangers
Closet Curtain
Laundry Detergent
Fabric Softener
Laundry Basket or Bag

Electrical Appliances

Ethernet Cable
Computer (see college requirements)
Printer
Headphones
14-gauge Extension Cord (10 ft. max)
Power Strip (w/multi-plug adapter and circuit breaker)
Radio/Stereo
Alarm Clock
Television
Small Refrigerator Microwave (not exceeding 1500 watts)

Wall Space Items

Closet Organizer/Stacking Shelves
Adhesive (suitable for hanging posters, etc. (i.e. "sticky tack"))
3M Command Adhesive Hooks, etc. (or similar product)

Kitchen

Cooking

Baking Pan
Cookie Sheet
Pots/Pans
Strainer/Colander
Pot Holder
Measuring Cup
Toaster
Hot Pot
Cooking Utensils
Small Containers w/ Lids
Can Opener
Bottle Opener

Dining

Dishes (cups, mugs, bowls, plates)
Silverware
Serving dishes (large bowls, etc.)

Misc.

Paper Towels/Napkins
Dishpan
Dish Detergent