Commuting Students: See bottom of page for information that may be helpful to you.

Resident Students: We hope this list helps you to prepare to move onto campus.

You may wish to consider the items listed below as you plan the start of your college career at the University at Albany.  While this list is not all-inclusive, we hope that it will provide you with a basis for items that you wish to purchase or bring to campus.

* Please note that provided to every student is one desk, dresser, bed, floor lamp, shower curtain and fire protective window coverings.

HEALTH AND BEAUTY
[  ] Shampoo, conditioner	[  ] Pain Relievers
[  ] Mouthwash/toothbrush/toothpaste	[  ] Band-Aids
[  ] Deodorant	[  ] Cotton balls
[  ] Soap	[  ] Cotton swabs
[  ] Hair Care products	[  ] Vitamins
[  ] Hair dryer/curling iron	[  ] Cold medicine
[  ] Razor blades, shaving cream	[  ] Prescription medicine
[  ] Cosmetic organizer, cosmetics	[  ] Tissues
[  ] Small Bucket for shower items	[  ] Digital thermometer

 

HOUSEHOLD GOODS
[  ] Clock radio	[  ] Sheets [extra long twin], pillows ***Except Empire Commons, in that case it is Full Size Sheets LINEN PACKAGES AVAILABLE AT: www.uparents.com/linen/sya/linens.aspx
[  ] Surge protectors [2]	[  ] Quilt, blankets, comforter
[  ] Wastebasket	[  ] Towels, washcloths
[  ] Small sewing kit	[  ] Can-opener [non-electric]
[  ] Area rug	[  ] Dishes, bowl, mug, glasses [2]
[  ] Laundry bag	[  ] Plastic food containers [3]
[  ] Laundry products	[  ] Iron
[  ] Hangers and pants/skirt hangers	[  ] Silverware
[  ] Folding drying rack	[  ] Paper towels
[  ] Under-the-bed boxes	[  ] Small Fan
[  ] Crates for storage	[  ] Umbrella

FOR YOUR DESK
[  ] Reading lamp	[  ] Extension cord/surge protector
[  ] Dictionary and thesaurus	[  ] Address book/Calendar
[  ] Pencil sharpener	[  ] Desk organizer
[  ] Scissors	[  ] Tape
[  ] Computer paper/toner for printer	[  ] Stamps
[  ] Thumbtacks/Memo board	[  ] Computer
[  ] Pens, pencils, highlighters, ruler

 

APPLIANCES
NOTE:  These are the appliances permitted in the residence halls.  For complete information regarding residence hall rules and regulations, refer to the housing contract or Community Rights and Responsibilities.	[  ] Thermostatically-controlled hot pot
	[  ] Percolator/drip coffee maker
	[  ] Pop-up toaster
	[  ] Refrigerator [6 cu. ft. or less, 110 volt, 1.75 amp UL approved]
	[  ] Microfridge [Order through Refrigerator Leasing Company: 1-607-431-9525] or http://www.rentalcompanyone.com/
Not allowed:  Hot plate, microwave, toaster oven, wicks, candles, incense, or indoor grills, halogen lamps, cinder blocks/bricks

MISCELLANEOUS
[  ] Sports equipment	[  ] Posters
[  ] Camera/film	[  ] Lock for athletic lockers
[  ] Screwdriver	[  ] Book bag/ Backpack
[  ] Broom	[  ] Touch Tone Phone

 

	SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR COMMUTER STUDENTS
[  ]	Finding quiet study areas - on and off campus
[  ]	Bus schedules: CDTA and the University at Albany bus
[  ]	Backpack/ Book bag
[  ]	Lock for athletic lockers
[  ]	You must purchase parking permit for your vehicle at the Office of Parking and Mass Transit Services -- only those living in parents' home within 50 miles
[  ]	If commuting by car -- emergency road coverage, jumper cables, shovel, sand