If you are living in the residence halls, below is a handy list of things you should and should not bring with you to make your dorm room feel like home.
What should I bring to the University of Findlay?
- Alarm clock
- Bedspread/comforter
- Blankets
- Change for vending machines
- Detergent/fabric softener
- Fan - all residence halls are air-conditioned but fans are a nice addition
- First aid/cold medicine
- Flashlight
- Hair dryer
- Hangers
- Laundry bag or basket
- Mattress pad
- Pillow
- Posters/wall decorations
- Radio
- Sewing kit
- Sheets - mattresses are XL Twin, but twin sheets will also fit
- Shower caddy
- Sturdy key ring
- Towels/washcloths
- Trashcan/recycling bin
- UL approved power strip
- Umbrella/rain gear
- Warm winter clothing
Optional items to bring:
- Address/phone book
- Bike and bike lock
- Computer
- Iron
- Keurig or coffee pot with automatic shut off
- Microwave
- Mugs/cups/bowls/silverware
- Personal electronics
- Playing cards/games
- Refrigerator (compact size, no larger than 6.0 cubic ft. capacity [3 ft. x 2 ft.])
- Sports equipment
- Stamps/stationary
- Storage crates
- Study lamp
- Television and Roku stick
What to leave home:
- Air conditioners
- Alcohol, nonprescription drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Appliances with open heating elements such as George Foreman Grills, toasters, hot plates, air fryers, instant pots, crockpots, food dehydrators, rice cookers, popcorn makers, etc.
- Candles
- Dartboards
- Extension cords
- Hoverboard
- Incense
- Pets (non-dangerous fish are permitted in a tank not to exceed 20 gallons)
- Potpourri burners (candle warmers that melt wax are permitted)
- Space heaters
- Sunlamps
- Weapons, fireworks or hazardous chemicals