Moving into College: Last Minute Tips

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Posted on August 14, 2014 by LilyAnn Peterson Gapinski and Ashley Devore



Packing for your first year of college can be extremely stressful, as you haven’t been there before so you aren’t exactly sure what you need; and move in day can be chaotic and scary. Here are some last minute tips to help you pack smart and have a successful move in.


General Tips:

Try not to over pack.
Remember that you will have a lot less space than you are used to in your dorm room, and it’s no fun living in an overcrowded room. Pack the necessities, then choose wisely when it comes to the additional items. Also remember you can always get things when you go home on break. 

Buy Toiletries While At Purdue. 
Buy your toiletries when you get to Purdue, as it will help you save on packing space.  Big bottles of shampoo and conditioner take up lots of space, plus they add to the weight of your bag as well.  There are stores like Target, Walmart, and Walgreens near Purdue that sell everything you could possibly need.

Go To Bed Bath & Beyond for all of your dorm needs. 
Bed Bath & Beyond is a great place to get all of your dorm necessities, mainly because they will ship it for you to the nearest Bed Bath & Beyond to your college.  All you do is pick out what you want at home and then go pick up at the date you selected.  I highly recommend this if you need to fly to Purdue. 

**Secret Tip: If you find that you don't have enough room to pack everything, you can always ship a box of stuff to the dorms.  The dorms will have it ready for you when you get there.  


Things to Bring:


 Printer
Although there is a printer in every Residence Hall, it can be very useful to have your own. The printers in the Residence Halls can have long lines, or sometimes are out of order. Also, for color printing you have to visit specific computer labs on academic campus. For the most convenient and reliable option, bring your own printer.

Business Casual Clothes
Needed for job fairs, and sometimes other special events such as club banquets or class presentations. 
Medicine
While Purdue does have a student health center, it is wise to bring some general medicine along, like Advil, cold medicine, that sort of stuff.  Also make sure to bring any prescriptions you need. 




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