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What to bring & what to leave behind

Pack smart for your on-campus living experience at Iowa Lakes. Use this guide to ensure a smooth transition into your new home away from home!

Living on campus is an exciting experience, and making sure you have everything you need will help you feel comfortable and prepared. From bedding to electronics, we’ve compiled a handy list of items to bring – and what to leave at home – to make the most of your time at Iowa Lakes Community College.

What to Bring When You Move In

Moving into campus housing is an exciting step, but it’s important to pack thoughtfully, especially since you’ll share space with others. Coordinating with your roommate(s) ahead of time is a great way to avoid bringing duplicate items and to maximize your shared living space.

Bedroom

Bedding: pillows, pillow cases, extra-long twin sheets, blankets/comforter (mattress cover is provided), bed risers to raise beds up for more storage under beds (if needed)
Crates or stackable containers, storage containers
Clothes hangers
Pictures, posters, putty for hanging, mirror
Coaxial cable for television

Bathroom

Toiletry Items: toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap, deodorant, shaving supplies, contact lens supplies (if needed)
Toilet paper, Kleenexes
Towels, washcloths, hand towels
Cleaning supplies for bathroom: shower cleaner, sink cleaner, toilet cleaner, toilet brush and container, cleaning gloves, sponges, etc.

Cooking and Cleaning

Silverware, plates, cups, bowls
Trash bags, paper towels, napkins
Toaster**
Microwave (1,000 watts or less)**
Laundry bag/basket, detergent, dryer sheets fabric softener, quarters for laundry machines
Cleaning supplies: dish soap for cleaning dishes, dish cloths, dish towels
Food/snacks

Electronics

Computer, computer cord
TV**
DVD/Blu-Ray Player**
Alarm Clock
Movies
Camera
Batteries
Cell phone and charger
Desk lamp or bed lamp
Surge protector strips

Extras

Bike, bike lock
Documents (keep these items secured)
1. Driver’s license and social security card
2. Passport
3. Financial aid information
4. Medical insurance information/card (if accruable)
5. Vehicle insurance and registration if having a vehicle on campus
School supplies – backpack, pencils/pens, calculator, planner, notebooks, printer/ink

Room Set-Up: What’s Already Provided?

Each Iowa Lakes Community College residence hall has basic furnishings to make your transition easier. Here’s what you’ll find:

Spinnaker and Ballaster Halls
- Extra-long twin mattresses
- A dresser for each student
- A dorm-size refrigerator
Catamaran Hall
- Extra-long twin mattresses
- A dresser for each student
- Desks and chairs
- A couch and two living room chairs
- A kitchen table and chairs
- A refrigerator

What NOT To Bring:

The items listed below are NOT allowed in on-campus housing. They are a violation of the Iowa Lakes On-Campus Housing Rules & Regulations book and you are subject to a fine and or/or disciplinary action.