Packing for University?

[xilinx]

First time uni-goer here...and the countdown to school is closing in.

Just wondering what everybody packs to get ready for their uni-experience.

List whatever you usually bring, whether it be big or small. Wouldn't wanna get to uni and realise I forgot to bring something important.

[xchodax]

invest in a mini-fridge :razz:

[awestruck]

Alarm clock
Laptop
Tooth paste
Tooth brush
Clothes

[babysham]

condoms
video game system
video camera
alcohol
weed
porn
dvd player
tv
food
beer
digi cam

[cmge]

condoms
u can get those free... no need to pack them... :lol:

[at826]

depending on the university you're go to, usually the rez welcome package (at least at uw) has a checklist provided.. what to bring and what NOT to bring :) you might also find this on their rez website..

[weedb0y]

and loose the bookmarks to RFD.. you want to socialize as much as possible :D

[crunked]

and loose the bookmarks to RFD.. you want to socialize as much as possible :D

I agree, dorm life is all about meeting new people and making friends. Try to attend all the student related events and parties, as well as focusing on your studies of course. :)

[bottomfeeder]

Sorry - but how can someone be smart enough to go to university if they don't even know what to pack.

14 pairs of underwear. So that you can go two weeks without doing laundry.

[mbg]

Sorry - but how can someone be smart enough to go to university if they don't even know what to pack.

Because University is about convincing you that you know something, not about knowing something.

[Binden]

14 pairs of underwear. So that you can go two weeks without doing laundry.


the 2 week laundry cycle is perfect.

All the dirty kids pushed it to 3 weeks.... but they smelled.

[ian1386]

A few things I forgot that I needed at least once:

tweezers
nail clippers
band-aids

[pt78dragon]

stock up on snacks, there are gonna be those nights when you are up at 3-4am wondering wondering what the heck to eat

[rayesyn]

you can get a month out of 'em if you're wiling to wear 'em inside out :P

the 2 week laundry cycle is perfect.

All the dirty kids pushed it to 3 weeks.... but they smelled.

[ragin_pyro]

you can get a month out of 'em if you're wiling to wear 'em inside out :P

Euurgh..what was that from? Simpsons? 4 ways to wear em? Forwards, backwards + inside out each way.

[36469]

stock up on snacks, there are gonna be those nights when you are up at 3-4am wondering wondering what the heck to eat

freshman 15? :)
i'd say a phone for your res, clothes, a fan (if there's no air-con in your res), and linens (for those toga parties) :)

[B40]

Sorry - but how can someone be smart enough to go to university if they don't even know what to pack.

14 pairs of underwear. So that you can go two weeks without doing laundry.

14 pairs = 1 month... inside out it

[Dave98]

a computer desk chair - the ones they give you in dorms are terribly uncomfortable
toilet paper - unless you don't mind wiping your bum with sandpaper
mini fridge - store lots of alcohol.. and food works too I guess
buy used text books when you can

[miken3]

14 pairs = 1 month... inside out it

Thats just wrong.

[felix]

stock up on snacks, there are gonna be those nights when you are up at 3-4am wondering wondering what the heck to eat
Agreed. Especially if you live in residence. All the cafeterias are closed at night and you're left starving if you don't have snacks or instant noodles/tv dinners in your fridge.

Also don't forget to bring money. With money you can buy almost everything you forgot at home. :D

[Bmp5]

Botlled water
Air freshner.SOme of these dorm rooms smell.
Laundry bag
Slippers

[mingming]

I've always lived in the suite style residences.

So we always bring:
- 30" TV
- PS2
- Karaoke machine
- alcohol
- a REAL Chinese Wok, with the adaptor for the curved bottom
- raw food: wings, steaks, shrimps, seafood, veggies, whole chicken/duck
- microwave, toaster, mini grilll
- As for the room, bring all those mentioned already.

We proably cooked more than studied these 4 years. Every dinner would be 4 of us suitemates (plus others) sitting at a table eating a traditional style Chinese dinner (rice and 5-6 dishes with soup). Thats one way to avoid gaining weight by eating nasty cafe food.

I dont think i can survive in traditional residence, eating the nasty cafe food, no AC, trapped in a little closet. Never done it, never will...

[mbg]

- a REAL Chinese Wok, with the adaptor for the curved bottom

That's a great idea for anyone who has the ability to cook at school... they are very versatile. Deep fry, sautee, boil...

[najibs]

plenty of condoms and morning after pills.

[tigger03]

flip flops for the shower!!!

You're own toilet paper (u'll prolly need it if it's a shared shower for the whole floor).

Toiletries

Beer Fridge with plenty of alcohol

Computer/laptop

[nolookingca]

flip flops for the shower!!!

You're own toilet paper (u'll prolly need it if it's a shared shower for the whole floor).

Toiletries

Beer Fridge with plenty of alcohol

Computer/laptop

AC adapter for said laptop.

[skev13]

plenty of band-aids and rubbing alcohol.

[alv077]

No need for condoms, but morning after is important.

Bring furniture. Steal it from parents. You dont want to have to pay for your own.

[astrix]

check out this page (http://individual.utoronto.ca/vinsonkan/unihelp.html)

i don't take credit for it... i just rehosted it

[jason9945]

Sorry - but how can someone be smart enough to go to university if they don't even know what to pack.

Its the excitement!

Anyway, I scored a free mini fridge for my room I'm renting.

[Alvito]

A bear trap for ****ing roommates who are stupid enough to seal from you.

[gravCY]

Depending on you and the social gatherings that you do, a business suit was almost a necessity for me.

[jasonkason]

Dont forget the Pepto, Pink does more than you think

[g5cubed]

A bear trap for ****ing roommates who are stupid enough to seal from you.

Is theft in university really that frequent?

I was planning to bring my 26" LCD TV, a couple of $$ hi-end gadgets and a $900 chair. Bad idea?

[munch]

Is theft in university really that frequent?

I was planning to bring my 26" LCD TV, a couple of $$ hi-end gadgets and a $900 chair. Bad idea?
i think that's a horrible idea...the last thing you want is to draw attention to yourself as the "rich" guy with tons of expensive stuff to steal. but then again, when i was living in rez it was usually laptops that were stolen since i'm sure it's not too convenient and easy to steal a 26' LCD TV.

[gateway]

You're own toilet paper (u'll prolly need it if it's a shared shower for the whole floor).


I can't live like that ever, that's just sick....

[jason9945]

I can't live like that ever, that's just sick....
Get over it :lol:

[Truemana]

I lived in residence (cafeteria), on campus townhouses(own food and services) and off campus. I'd have to say the mini fridge isn't really needed 100%. I only used it for first year a bit, mostly for beer. It is handy for those odd times though. Yes, bring lots of underwear and the laptop is ok but be careful during the times when everyone is really comfortable with leaving their doors unlocked. Thats when thieves come and steal stuff. Lock it on friday nights, regardless of where you are. Condoms were supplied by UVic so no need.

****MOST IMPORTANTLY****
TOOLS. Bring tools like hammers, screw drivers, etc. I was the only guy in a building of 50 who had any screwdrivers, nails, hammers etc. Super handy. You don't think of things now that you may have to fix or mount, but why pay for it when you can do it yourself and on the university's repair bill? Ductape is the best thing for those odd times you just have to have stuff taped to your wall.

Laptop is great but not necessary if you live far from home. I lived like an hour and a half from home so it was handy to bring my stuff home. Other than that, barely brought it to class
maybe 5 times.

Hope that helps.

[mbg]

Is theft in university really that frequent?

I was planning to bring my 26" LCD TV, a couple of $$ hi-end gadgets and a $900 chair. Bad idea?

Theft is pretty common in residence. TVs in the common areas get stolen. They chain or bolt them down sometimes.

Plan on people stealing your food, at the very least. Your own roommate may well do it.

Some people steal furniture from the residence buildings at the end of the year to take to wherever they're going to be living in 2nd year.

University is no longer a place solely for well-bred people.

[xaueious]

Security over here has been pretty good (University of Waterloo, UW Place).

I did lose a bike outdoors, but indoors it isn't so bad.

I live on ground level and we never lock the screen door to our balcony. We have a electronic drumset, a mini stereo hi-fi system and all our food all unlocked. In addition, we never lock our rooms. Our windows are also on ground level.

But I guess don't push your luck :P