Below is a list of suggested items to bring to Sewanee. They are not all necessary, but most of them are useful at different times. We recommend twin XL bedding as there are a mix of both regular twin and twin XL beds present in all residence halls.
Things to bring
Living
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
- Rain gear and a warm coat
- Clothes hangers
- Iron
- Bathrobe and bath towels
- Shower rug for suite-style bathrooms
- Shower shoes
- Toiletry carrier (For Residence Halls w/a common bathroom)
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Soap
- Toothpaste & toothbrush
- Kleenex
- Comforter or blanket, bed linens and pillows
Academic
- Small bulletin board for desk
- Computer
- Portable flash drive
- Dictionary & thesaurus
- Study pillow and/or lap board
- Scissors, tape, glue, pens, pencils, notebooks, calculator
- Backpack or messenger bag
Outdoor
- Bicycle, lock, and light
- Sleeping bag
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Hiking shoes
- Bug spray
Residence hall life & storage
- Can opener
- Plates, bowls, cups, and dining utensils
- Coffee pot
- Airtight containers/storage boxes (shallow boxes that fit under the bed are very helpful)
- UL approved power strips/surge protectors
- Laundry bag/basket
- High efficiency "HE" laundry detergent and dryer sheets.
- First aid supplies
- Bedside lamp/study lamp (Please note that halogen lamps over 150 watts are not permitted)
- Compact fluorescent light bulbs (if you bring a lamp)
- Non-toxic, reusable white putty for attaching posters
- Pictures and posters
- Fan for students living in non-air conditioned dorms
- Extra batteries
- Paper towels and basic cleaning supplies
- Small vacuum for spills and general cleaning
- Tension rod – great for hanging curtains on windows or closets without doors
- TV/DVD player (Note: Cable is not provided in individual student rooms)
Things not to bring
- Metal frame futon furniture
- Extension cords
- Candles and incense
- Nails, glue-backed picture hangers, decals, or 3M command hooks/ strips.
- Other fire safety hazards (including, but not limited to hot plates, toasters, and toaster ovens)
- Pets (including fish)
- Large and/or loud speakers
- Firearms or other weapons
- Hoverboards (including but not limited to self-balancing scooters, battery operated scooters, and hands-free Segways)
- "Flushable"/ disposable wipes (these cannot be flushed in our residences)
