{"id":1781,"date":"2018-08-30T04:32:12","date_gmt":"2018-08-29T23:02:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/67.205.158.89\/?p=1781"},"modified":"2024-10-03T11:41:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T06:11:44","slug":"everything-you-need-to-pack-for-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/everything-you-need-to-pack-for-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Pack for University"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You may be tempted to bring everything with you, but that\u2019s neither practical nor fun. Check out our list on what to pack for university to cut through the clutter and grab the essentials only!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bed Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Student<\/strong> <strong>accommodations<\/strong><\/a> will give you a bed with mattress and mattress cover. You\u2019ll need to bring bed sheets, pillow and pillow cover, a duvet for the colder months and a duvet cover as well!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bath Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to carry bath towels, toilet paper, bathroom mat, and toiletries! It\u2019s also handy to carry bathroom slippers and a shower caddy for all your bath products if yours is a shared bathroom!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Electronics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re an international student, make sure you have a travel adapter for your host country. Other basics include a mobile phone, laptop and accessories, USB stick, and extension cord in case your room doesn\u2019t have too many electrical sockets. Additional appliances like a steam iron and hair dryer are also recommended. A music system and\/or camera may come in handy depending on your interests!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Stationery Supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s advisable to carry the essentials for the first week of lectures while you\u2019re settling in. Bring textbooks, pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, sharpeners, highlighters, paperclips, binders, sharpies, sticky notes, scissors, envelopes, and glue.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Medical Supplies<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget a First Aid kit with bandages, Band-Aids, burn medication and more. Pack in pills for common ailments like headaches, common cold, and digestive problems. This way you won\u2019t need to run to the pharmacy when you\u2019re actually sick!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Laundry Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While your accommodation will have washing machines and dryers, you\u2019ll still need to bring your own cleaning products. These include laundry pods, fabric softener, stain remover and bleach. Bring a laundry bag\/basket for convenience.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Personal Care Items<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Carry a few objects that remind you of home. Surrounding yourself with your favourite books and posters or even photos of friends and family is the perfect pick-me-up for when you\u2019re feeling blue. You\u2019ll thank us later!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Money<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Make sure to carry enough local currency to tide you over the first few weeks while your student bank account is set up. Carrying some cash even after your debit card is issued is good practice for emergencies.<\/p>\n<p>Some of these items may seem a bit obvious, but it doesn\u2019t hurt to double check when you pack for university. Happy packing!<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may be tempted to bring everything with you, but that\u2019s neither practical nor fun. Check out our list on what to pack for university to cut through the clutter and grab the essentials only! Bed Essentials Most Student accommodations will give you a bed with mattress and mattress cover. 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