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8 Dorm Must-Haves for Incoming Freshman

Some things I needed that were the most helpful.

Ally O’Rourke
Aug 07, 2019
University of Delaware
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8 Dorm Must-Haves for Incoming Freshman

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College move-in day for incoming freshman can be scary and overwhelming, so here are some must-haves that are essential!

1. A fan.

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I know not everyone will have no AC their freshman year like I did (yes, it sucked), but having a fan can be so nice, especially if you like to be cold when you sleep.

2. A comfy mattress topper.

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Dorm beds are not comfortable at all! Having a good mattress topper is crucial for getting that good night sleep.

3. Storage containers.

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There really is not enough storage provided for you, so you should definitely get some storage bins. I had one just for snacks!

4. Extension Cords

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There are not nearly enough outlets for all the things you'll need, so extension cords and power trips are pretty important.

5. A vacuum.

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My floor would always get so dusty! Having a vacuum was so nice to clean that up... and maybe the leftover crumbs from that late-night snack you had the night before.

6. Pictures.

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Pictures are so cheap to get printed out and they'll help you maybe feel a little less homesick (especially in those first few weeks).

7. A planner.

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Having my planner literally saved my life! Every week I'd write out all the assignments/quizzes/exams I had for that week and would check them off as I did.

8. Umbrella and rain boots.

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I didn't have any sort of boot my freshman year and I seriously regret it. Having to walk to class in the snow with just sneakers was horrible and my feet always ended up being soaked.

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