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dorm necessities
29 items
By
Minyinta Lemane
things you need when moving in to a dorm
Sections
5
Tech
Bedding
supplies
kitchen
random necessities
Tech
This is a necessity especially when college life gets hectic or if you have friends over.
10 Ft Extension Cords
Very useful especially with multiple outlets. Amaing when having friends over.
10 ft Extension Cord, Power Strip Surge Protector
Very durable and useful especially next to your bed.
Power Strip Long Extension Cord - 10Ft Braided
Bedding
You do not want to sleep on the college mattresses. They are as hard a rock.
Twin Xl Mattress Topper
another option because you want to have a good night's sleep and soft is the way to go
Mattress Topper
This will double as a bed skirt. it will be more convenient than an actual one trust.
Full/Queen : Comforters
supplies
can never go wrong with mechanical pencils. Basic is always the best
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencils, 4 Count
for those who prefer the regular ones. Old school is the way to go
What is a No. 2 Pencil?
holy grail honestly. I love black pens and these write so well
Black Pens
The come in clutch. Can never go wrong with basic blue pens
Blue Pens
you only need one. however having multiple is good when you like to take notes by color
Highlighters For School
if you take notes physically notebooks are the way to go. They make remembering things easier too
Amazon.com: Notebook
must have. you literally cannot go to college without this
Laptops & Notebook Computers
you will need this you still take math. either this or the newer versions
TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator | Texas Instruments
yep people still use backpacks in college. they are very comfortable
Backpacks
for those who do not want backpacks. its also cute
ETidy Large Capacity Foldable Tote Bag
MUST HAVE cannot stress this enough. you will use this for almost everything
Velcro Command Strips
helps you make your decor flawless. Needed in almost anything in the decoration category
Invisible Tape
they do not allow candles. these are great alternatives and they smell really good
The 5 Best Essential Oil Diffusers of 2023
kitchen
these are only good if you live in dorm apartment
Kitchen Cookware Sets
you need full size vacuums if you live dorm apartment but get the smaller ones for regular dorms
Household Vacuum Cleaners
privacy = peace of mind. these are good for your personal items especially when you have food you do not want ot share
Mini Fridges - Appliances
these mirrors are multi functional honestly. They make such amazing decor and help with your fit checks.
Full Length Mirror
great for storing food for longevity or for leftovers
Food Storage Containers & Organizers
don't forget the paper towel. very important. we now how you rely on it for survival
Amazon.com: Paper Towel Holder
need especially if you want to keep your place clean or wipe down wooden surfaces
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes, Multi-Surface Antibacterial
random necessities
keep them nail sharp and clean. make yolook u well groomed
Nail Clippers
you will be surprised at how much they come in clutch
Scissors
Id's, spare change, license, cards etc this will be your life
Unisex Wallet
