Students are struggling every year during the move in day. Many don’t know what to bring and what not to bring. Here is a move in day packing list for University of Guelph students.
What to Bring to University of Guelph?
Bedroom:
– Mugs, cups, plates and silverware
– Tupperware
– Can opener
– Ziploc bags
– Napkins/paper towels
– Full length mirror
– Mattress Topper
– Twin XL sheets/comforter
– Pillows
– Storage containers
– Clothing hangers
– Stick-on wall hooks and picture hangers (remember, you can’t use tacks/nails)
– Trash bags
– Posters and Wall Decor (Poster sales @ Union starting Sep. 2, @ Pierpont starting Sep. 11)
– Area Rug
School Supplies:
– Desk lamp
– Calculator
– Textbooks (check out Barnes and Noble for a price match guarantee)
– Index cards
– Batteries
– iClicker (available at Computer Showcase)
– Checks and checkbooks
– Debit/Credit cards
– Student planner
– Backpack
– Binders, notebooks and folders
– Post-its
– Scissors
– 3 hole-punch
– Stapler and staple remover
– Pens, pencils and highlighters
– Tape
Electronics:
– USB drive
– Mini fridge
– Microwave
– Lightbulbs
– Laptop and charger (check out Computer Showcase)
– Power bars
– Extension cords
– Cell phone and charger
Bathroom:
– Hairbrush/Combs
– Makeup
– Deodorant
– Toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, retainers (annoying yes, but necessary)
– Nail clippers, file, tweezers
– Shower shoes
– Hair products/tools
– Shower caddy
– Robe
– Shaving razors
– Towels (2+)
– Wash clothes (5+)
– Body soaps, shampoos and conditioners
– Shower curtain (if you don’t have community bathrooms)
– Q-tips
Laundry:
– Dryer Sheets
– Laundry Basket
– Detergent
Medicine:
– All of your prescribed medicine with backups if possible
– Antibiotic ointment
– Bandaids
– First aid kit
– ibuprofen
– Cold/cough medicine
– Hand warmers
Apps/Website:
– Venmo or Paypal
– Uber/Lyft
– Spotify/Pandora
– Online banking apps
Clothing:
– Sweaters
– Sweatpants and sweatshirts
– Winter hats, gloves and scarves
– Winter coats and boots
– Raincoat, umbrella and rain boots
– Penn State everything!!
– Jewelry
– Belts
– Socks and underwear (10+ pairs)
– Tights/leggings
– Athletic wear and shoes
– Swimsuits
– Casual shoes and dress-up shoes
– Business casual and business formal wear
– Jeans
– Purses/wallets
Misc.:
– Windex and sanitizer wipes
– Pepper spray
– Room fragrance
– Box fan
– Flashlight
– Duct Tape
– Duffel/travel bag
– Gym bag
– TV and video games
– Vacuum and broom
– FOOOOD (ramen and hot sauce for example)
What NOT to Bring to University of Guelph?
- More than one vehicle!
- Alcohol (during Orientation Week)
- Alcohol paraphernalia (like funnels, pipes, bongs, drinking hats, etc.)
- Beer bottles, bubbas, kegs, mini-kegs etc.
- Candles or incense – open flames are not permitted
- Drug paraphernalia (such as pipes, vaporizers, bongs, etc.)
- Drum sets
- Electric/gas heaters or heat lamps
- Explosives (fireworks, etc.)
- Large exercise equipment (including treadmills, stationary bikes, step machines, “Bowflex” etc.)
- Large pieces of furniture (ie. folding tables)
- Halogen lamps – they pose a fire hazard
- Hot tubs
- Kitchen appliances for use in your bedroom, including toaster, microwave, freezer, laundry machines, hot plate, sandwich maker, indoor grill. East Residence and East Village excepted, because you have a full kitchen. Small appliances can be used in kitchen lounges.
- Landline phones or fax machines (they won’t work)
- Pets (except non-dangerous fish)
- Satellite dishes
- Water coolers
- Water beds
- Weapons
