What to Bring!
Essentials to Residence Hall Life
(What to . . . and what not to. . . bring)
What to Bring
| Clothes | Desk Supplies | Decorations |
| Winter Coat | Flashlight/Batteries | Cleaning Supplies |
| Laundry Supplies (& quarters) | Power Strip | Lamp (no halogen) |
| Clothes Hangers | Shower Supplies/Toiletries | Small Fan |
| Towels/Washcloths | Plate, Bowl, Silverware | Raincoat/umbrella |
| Bedding (XL twin sheets) | Alarm Clock | Radio/Media Player |
| Memo Board | Backpack | Network cord (for Internet if bringing personal computer) |
Items Possibly Shared with Roommate
| Microwave | Television (with cable for service) | DVD Player |
| Carpet / Rug | Refrigerator | Small Fish and Tank (no larger than 10 gallon) |
| Chair | Window Fan |
What Not to Bring
| Pets (beyond small fish) | Candles | Firearms (including paintball and AirSoft) |
| Bow and Arrow | Internet Routers | Obscene Materials |
| Halogen Lamp | Steel Tipped Darts | Air Conditioner |
| Fireworks | Any item with a Hot Plate | Outside Antennas |
| Space Heaters | Coffee Maker (with a Hot Plate) | George Foreman Grill |
General Information
- The walls in the Residence Hall are cement block, so hanging items on the walls is extremely difficult because no nails or screws may be used.
- Bed size is XL twin.
- Extended Basic Cable and Network Internet is available at no additional cost. Phone service is available at an additional cost. Wireless Internet is available in the lobby area.
- Rooms are not carpeted. You may bring your own rug/carpeting if you would like; however, it must be removed at the end of the year. All carpet must have a padded backing, no exposed woven jute as this damages the floor tiles.
- You may have bicycles on campus; bike racks are available throughout campus. However, bikes may not be brought into the building and no winter storage is provided.
If you have any further questions, please contact student services at
(231) 439-6625 or housing@ncmich.edu