URI Packing List – What to Bring on Move in Day

uri packing list

University of Rhode Island Move in day can be extremely stressful during the start of the school year. We are Humans of University understand that feeling and that is why we have compiled a list on what to bring and not to bring on move in day. Here is the complete University of Rhode Island Packing List.

Room basics you may need on URI Move in Day

  • Towels
  • Pillows and pillowcases
  • Linens to fit an extra long twin bed (36″ x 80″)
  • Non-halogen desk lamp
  • Clothes
  • Shoes
  • Toiletries
  • Stereo
  • Television
  • Clock
  • Alarm clock
  • Fan
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Power strip/surge protector
  • Mini-vacuum
  • Sleeping bag if you want
  • Wall mirror
  • Trashcan

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Room decorations you may need on URI Move in Day

  • String lights
  • Posters
  • Wall Art
  • Pictures
  • Picture frames
  • Photo clips
  • Jewelry organizer
  • Decorative baskets

School supplies you may need you need on URI Move in Day

  • Textbooks
  • iClicker (Check if you need for your classes)
  • Calculator (Make sure to check which one you need)
  • Laptop 
  • Backpack
  • Pen and Pencils
  • Binders
  • Papers
  • Tote bag
  • Calendar
  • Folders organizer
  • Sticky Notes
  • Pencil Case
  • Pencil Sharpener
  • Erasers
  • Highlighters
  • Lunchbox
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
  • External hard drive or USB or SD Card
  • Wireless mouse
  • Chargers (Phone, table, laptop)
  • Extension cords
  • Staplers
  • White out

Bathroom and shower essentials at URI

  • Toilet paper
  • Body wash
  • Shampoo
  • Lotion
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Bathroom rug
  • Shower shoes
  • Shower cap
  • Towels
  • Hand towels

Important Documents to bring on URI Move in Day

  • ID (Driver license, passport, student ID)
  • Bank documents
  • Credit card and debit card
  • Checks
  • Health Cards

What NOT to bring on URI Move in Day

  • Air conditioners
  • Bed lofts kit/risers
  • Coffee pot (single serving coffee maker is acceptable)
  • Electric kettles, air fryers, rice cookers, crockpots, toasters, grills, hot plates, and other appliances over 1000 Watts.
  • Extension cords that are non-surge-protected
  • Fireworks, candles
  • Halogen lamps
  • Heating and immersion coils
  • Space heaters
  • 3 D printers
  • Weapons (firearms, knives, etc.)
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