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The Johns Hopkins University Freshman Checklist
Electronics
Computer
Computers,
once used solely for the purposes of the Oregon Trail and porn have now become
the essential item for every college student.
Laptop vs. Desktop? Laptops are more portable, but I personally find it too clunky to carry it to all my classes and take notes or anything, unless you have tons of humanities classes where your notes don’t have any formulas, pictures, graphs, etc. (exception for tablet pc’s) Desktops aren’t as portable, but can do more. I watch a lot of my favorite tv shows, so my 19” monitor comes in handy, and that spiffy graphics card kicks in for the games.
Jolt Picks
• Apple
MacBook Pro - You'll look great on campus with this baby.
• Search
PC Notebook Options - Because not everyone's into Apple.
Printer
Printer?
Bring one. Or make sure at least one person near you has one that you can
use. Printing at the HAC Lab costs money, though a few pennies a sheet, but
adds up once you print 20 or so copies of your 10 page paper for workshop.
So bring one. Also, don't forget to stock up on ink
cartridges.
Jolt Picks
• Canon
Pixima All-In-One - Great for scanning and printing - under $200!
• Browse
All Printers - Choice is beautiful
Computer Accessories
Make
sure you have a hardwired LAN card on board so you can plug in the ResNet
cable for your super fast internet. (Don’t worry about bringing a cable if
you go with ResNet, because they give you a 25 foot Ethernet cable) Beware
though, the school charges $25 a month for the use of their internet. But
you might want to get it anyway, because of DC++ (sharing client). Let’s
just leave it there. If you don’t want to pay, maybe think about getting
Comcast cable/internet package among your suite and split it with a router,
or split the school internet. There are computers in the HAC Lab in the basement
of Krieger, open virtually all the time except for some 10 hours on Sunday
morning, some in MSE, and like two in the HUT. There’s wireless internet
throughout campus, at least in all the buildings and the library, but none
in the residential halls. If you want wireless in your dorm, say if you wanted
to sit in the hall and work on that paper while chatting on AIM, well, get
a router and make sure you have a wireless
card. You will also want some CD-Rs for
saving big projects, making mix CDs, and other projects. USB
Flash drives can also be helpful. Get the largest capacity you can
afford. And remember headphones.
A TV, and optional DVD/VHS player
You'll
need a TV as a primary source of procrastination and entertainment. Subscriptions
to HoyaNet Cable are available through StudentAccess+.
HoyaNet cable provides the basic cable channel lineup including MTVU and
GUTV’s own television station. A DVD player is nice for watching your favorite
movies over and over and annoying your roommate, and if you happen to get
a VHS player built-in to your DVD player or TV, it can't hurt. You'll be
able to tape "The OC" when you can't watch it (shhh, you know you
watch it). This is a big ticket item, so make sure you talk with your roommate(s)
before packing to see if you can split the total cost or each bring one component
(ie. one brings TV, one brings DVD player.
Jolt Picks
• Phillips
Progressive Scan DVD Player - Quality DVD Player that won't skip!
• Sony
27" Trinitron WEGA Digital TV - Sweet picture at a great price
Cell Phone
Get
a cell phone with a provider that has good service the area. All services
have their flaws, but the consensus is that Verizon and
T-Mobile are best in terms of reception. Cingular offers discounts to JHU
students though. Just be sure to find one that suits your needs and provides
plenty of distractions to keep you occupied in class.
Jolt Picks
• Verizon
RAZR - If you don't have a phone or are thinking of swithcing, the
Verizon RAZR is the one to get! Plus Verizon has the best service nationwide.
• eForcity
Cell Phone Accessories - Great selection of cell phone accessories.
Digital Camera
Bring
a digital camera to Johns Hopkins. If for one to make your parents stop bugging
you for photos, but also because you should have fun here and once you have
Alzheimer’s you’ll need them for documentation. Avoid the very expensive
ones because there is a decent chance of you losing it or having it stolen.
Digital cameras have come way down in price lately, and a perfectly good
2 megapixel is dirt cheap.
Jolt Picks
• Canon
Powershot A520 4MP - Great bang for your buck here so start capturing
those memories. These are the golden years!
• Kodak
EasyShare 4MP - For a compact digital at $85 you can't beat this one!
Stereos or MP3 Players
Stereos
are not totally necessary because you’ll have a computer, and probably an
MP3 player. It’s a good idea to invest in some adequate speakers or good
headphones for your computer, not only for music, but also to drown out the
terrible sounds of your RA on his acoustic guitar attempting to impress nearby
girls with a serenade of the Third Eye Blind song he learned 6 years ago.
Stereos just take up space. The same goes for CDs. If you can download music,
you don't have to pack or store CDs, or worry about them getting stolen.
There is still is that indescribable charm for those with record players.
Another bonus of MP3 players is that some professors at Georgetown have implemented
Podcasts. This is an awesome feature that allows a professor to record his
lecture and then post this podcast on the web via Blackboard.
These podcasts can also be downloaded to your MP3 player and they become very useful
during finals.
Jolt Picks
• iPod
Store - Plenty of great options to dock your iPod.
• Altec
Lansing iPod Docking Station - PA nice, affordable option for docking
your iPod.
• Phillips
Hi-Fi Thin CD Player - In case you're a CD person, this is a great
option.
Alarm Clock
Early
classes are practically mandatory if you are a first year. You are nothing! So
your classes will reflect that. If you don't, consider yourself lucky. You're
going to need this sucker to wake your lazy ass up. Sure, you got up at the
crack of dawn for four years in high school, but trust us kids, this is not
high school. You might even consider a clock that hangs from the ceiling
to further increase the difficulty of turning it off. Make sure your clock
is LOUD (loud enough that you'll hear it when you place it across the room)
and difficult to turn off -- a large, easy to hit SNOOZE button will be your
worst enemy. Be wary of clocks that are super bright though, or you (or worse
your roommate) will be kept up all night by its eerie LED glow.
Jolt Picks
• Timex Nature Sounds Auto Set CD Clock - Wake up to the radio or your favorite CD!
Lamps
The
overhead light of your dorm room will not just produce bland, ugly light,
but also migraines and depression. Invest in a cheap $15 standing lamp from
Target. If you're really feeling crazy, spend a couple dollars on some colored
light bulbs. A desk lamp is also a good idea for the times when you're pulling
an all-nighter and your roommate wants to go to bed. Clamp lights are also
nice to provide personal light anywhere you want it. Halogen lights are not
permitted in Georgetown’s dorms.
Jolt Picks
• Floor
Lamp - The classic 3 bulb floor lamp
• Lamps
Plus - A Great Selection of lamps at College Budgets
Christmas Lights
Some
say these lights are an absolute necessity for dorm living, but that is up
to you. If you string them underneath a bunk, watch your head! Also make
sure you have plenty of tape or poster putty for hanging them from the cinderblock
ceilings. A couple packages will do the trick -- unless you and your roommate
go completely overboard and want to cover your entire ceiling in lights...in
which case seek professional help.
Jolt Picks
• LED
Christmas Multi-Colored 36 Light String Set - Christmas just got cooler!
• White
Bulb Christmas Lights - The classic Christmas choice.
Extension Cords & Surge Protectors
Sometimes
the genius room layouts will leave your appliances far from the electrical
outlets, so get at least two nice long extension cords. The surge protector
adds a little security for that fool who decides to cook popcorn at 2AM.
If you have a lot of things to plug in, bring two.
Jolt Picks
• Belkin
SurgeMaster Surge Prptector - Don't loose that paper!
• 12
Foot Extension Chord - You never know when you'll need one!
Small Fan
The
odd timing and extremes of AC and heat in the dorms can only be explained
by how they prepare you for a life in your crappy cubicle offices with similar
issues. A fan is your best friend for controlling your own cooling. A must
for the AMR’s. The other dorms are kept at a comfortable temperature.
Jolt Picks
• Honeywell
High Performance Fan - Blows harder than - well, ya know...
• Honeywell
Window Fan - A great substitute for an AC Unit
Iron
Now
that you’ll be doing your own laundry, you’ll be surprised to find out how
much your clothes wrinkle. Sorry, it’s true. If you have the patience,
an iron and small ironing board will make you more impressive
to your peers (Oh such a sad, sad joke).
Jolt Picks
• Black & Decker AS150 Steam Advantage Iron - For the occasional wrinkle in your life.
Coffee Maker
If
you’re a coffee snob, how can we argue that it's not worthwhile to pack a
coffee maker (one with auto off). However, coffee abounds in college towns,
so why spend your time cleaning up grounds? Illegal to have in AMR’s and
Bldgs A&B, but just hide it when housing comes around to check. Same
goes for other appliances.
Jolt Picks
• Black & Decker Brew 'n Go with Travel Mug - Wake up for early classes with a hot cup of joe.
Dorm Amenities
Bed Sheets
Beds
in the dorms are all twin and you might want to buy extra long to ensure
they fit. Make sure to bring a few sets, because if you’re like most students
you'll err on the side of laziness/business when it comes to laundry.
Jolt Picks
• Cotton
Twin XL Sheets - We recommend you stick to the lighter colors.
• Flannel
Twin XL Sheets - If your school is up North, make sure you have a pair!
Towels
The
need for towels is not to be underestimated. What you lack in clean laundry,
you will want to make up for with good hygiene. Two to five towels should
do it.
Jolt Picks
• Collegiate Towels - Truthfully that's the name - need we say more?
Blankets
Bringing
your childhood “Binky” is your call, but a warm blanket for sleep is essential.
You'll want a comforter for cold winter nights, but it's also a good idea
to bring a fleece blanket or throw for warmer evenings or to use while sitting
out on the Quad.
Jolt Picks
• Twin Microfiber Blanket - Microfiber is the new suede - and it resists spills.
Pillows (& Extras)
Bring
your regular pillows and a couple extra to prop yourself up on while watching
TV or movies, because it’s unlikely you’ll have a couch in your room. One
of those "husband/wife" pillows might not be a bad idea, but they
take up space and it's annoying to continually move them on and off your
bed every night.
Jolt Picks
• Wamsutta Magic Gel Pillow - Here's wishing you some magic.
Mattress Pads and Egg Crates
If
you’re not used to the little harder than usual beds, an egg crate or mattress
pad may be the only thing separating you from an aching back.
Jolt Picks
• Sleep Innovations Eggcrate Foam Topper - For $10, get a good nights sleep!
Storage Crates
Either
plastic or metal, these will give you some extra storage space underneath
your bed or in the closet. They are mostly handy for storing stuff that you
don't use too often, like books. Wire cubed shelves work well too.
Jolt Picks
• Bubble Crates - For $5, you can't go wrong.
Clothes Hangers
Even
if you aren't planning to bring a lot of clothes that require hanging, hangers
come in handy and have a way of disappearing. Take it from Joan Crawford:
no wire hangers! Bring plastic. You can hang drying items on them, heavier
items on them, and they cause less wrinkles.
Jolt Picks
• Pack of 72 Tube Hangers - A basic neccessity.
Wall Decorations
A
very tiny bit of the world will be "yours" while at school. Consider
what you want to look at while there: old movie posters, band fliers, pictures
of your friends . . . or the stark, cell-like cinderblocks of your wall.
Be wary of following the cliché college poster route with such gems like
John Belushi in Animal House, Bob Marley smoking weed, and girls in thong
bikinis drinking beer (word to the wise, this will not get you more girls).
At the beginning of the semester, there is a huge poster sale in the Leavey
Center – definitely worth checking out.
Jolt Picks
• AllPosters.com - Widest selection of posters we found on the web.
Laundry Hamper
Go
with a short long one (to go under your bed) or a thin medium height one
(to go in your closet). Expandable hampers are ideal for dorm rooms because
they can hold a lot of clothes and fold neatly to fit anywhere. Some have
removable bags. A standard laundry or long duffle bag will do too, but remember
that the larger it is the less often you will feel compelled to do laundry,
which depending on your disposition can be a curse, a blessing, or both.
Jolt Picks
• Mesh Laundry Hamper - On the off chance that your clothes actually make it into the hamper, this is the one to use!
Laundry Detergent & Dryer Sheets
A
big jug or tub keeps most students relatively presentable for much of the
school year. Dryer sheets are good for combating the dusty smell your drawers
might create in your clothes.
Jolt Picks
• Tide
High Efficiency Laundry Detergent - More bang for your buck with this
powerful stuff.
• Bounce
Dryer Sheets - At least your clothes will be soft when classes start getting
hard.
Garbage Can
Housing
gives each desk its own trash can so bringing one isn't mandatory. Remember,
however, to bring some trash bags because they don’t give you one too often.
Or save up plastic bags from the store – it makes disposal a much neater
activity. The flip tops are nice for hiding overflowing garbage can situations.
Jolt Picks
• Simple
Human Garbage Can - Simple, stylish but still affordable.
• Scented
Garbage Bags -
160 Glad
Drawstring Odor Shield Tall Kitchen Bags.
Random 'Kitcheny' Stuff
There’s
some kitchen supplies you never knew you needed until they’re gone. The time
will come when your food collection resembles that of a depleted bomb shelter;
comprising only of second rate canned goods. A can opener may just be your
best friend until you can work up the nerve to go grocery shopping by yourself.
Some other items to go in the miscellaneous drawer: bottle opener, corkscrew,
measuring spoons, and Tupperware for leftovers.
Jolt Picks
• Measuring
Tools - Great assortment of choices here - who knows, you may even
end up keeping some of these for a while.
• Bar
& Wine Tools - For the occasional dorm room party - hey, we're realistic.
We've been there!
• Tupperware -
In case you have a cooking area in your dorm, these are essential.
Brita Pitcher
A water filtering pitcher may be a helpful way to enhance the taste, if
not health, of your tap water. Be sure to change the filters as often as
required. If your family has a bulk buying superstore membership, pick some
filters up to take with you; they tend to be expensive. ($17 for 3 filters).
Jolt Picks
• Brita Slim Pitcher with Filter - A nice space saving option for your dorm room fridge.
• Replacement Filter 3-Pack - Great to stock up on. Filters should really be changed every 2-3 months.
Double Sided Tape or Sticky Putty
Bring
some double-stick product to put up your posters, message board, band fliers,
etc. Sticky tack works well too. Walls are usually concrete, so nails and
tacks are out of the question. Just make sure you get a product that has
removal instructions, or you could wind up paying a fee when you move out.
Jolt Picks
• Grizzly Double Sided Tape - Powerful stuff. Recommended more for concrete walls.
• Poster Putty - Another alternative for mounting posters - comes right off those lovely cinder block walls.
Minifridge
This
is an absolute necessity. You will need a place to store leftover delivery
food and alcohol. These are fairly inexpensive and can even be used as an
extra piece of furniture (tv stand?). These are also available to rent from
the Georgetown Crew Team for a reasonable price.
Jolt Picks
• Igloo Minifridge - Does the job and doesn't cost a fortune.
Carpet
Most freshman dorms aren’t carpeted so a nice carpet adds a lot to your dorm. Fortunately, carpets are usually sold outside of the front gates during the move-in period. They vary in size and price, so make sure you buy one while your parents are still helping you move-in!
Clothing
Clothing
If
you haven't touched it in over a year, don't bring it. Bring the clothes
you like and will wear regularly. Err on the side of being minimal. You'll
likely find out what you want to be wearing better after you're there no
matter what. No matter how oppressively hot your dorm feels now, cold will
come sooner than you think. Have a jacket at all times. In your room, at
least.
Jolt Picks
• KarmaLoop -
Great clothes with that urban atittude.
• Gap
Online - A staple amongst most college crowds.
• Old
Navy - Gap's less expensive cousin.
• Shoes -
Zappos has some great deals online.
Undergarments
You want enough so that you don't have to do laundry very often. So it is suggested you bring about 21 pairs of underwear and socks… unless you don’t mind wearing them more than one day each. Ewwwwwwwww.
Jolt Picks
• Gap
Online - They have some great patterns on boxers here!
• Old
Navy - A cheap way to stock up on your unmentionables.
Winter Stuff
Because Baltimore has a somewhat bipolar weather spectrum, it’s a good idea to bring a little of everything. And by a little bit of everything, we mean all that itchy wool stuff like hat, gloves, mittens and a scarf. If airplanes are your mode of transportation to and from school, and you are planning on going home for Winter Break/Spring Break, just rotate your summer stuff when you go home for winter break (And a word of advice...bring a lot home at Spring Break and leave it there, it will make packing at the end of school much, much easier.) Don't forget a solid winter jacket too (and a scarf -- it gets damn cold). There’s a lot of fun to be had with the heavy snow. Snowball fighting can be a great way to flirt or at least take out some aggression.
Jolt Picks
• Gap
Online - Great winter collection.
• Old
Navy - Nice winter threads and cheaper than the Gap.
Comfy PJ's
Make sure they're not only comfortable to sleep in, but also in decent shape (no major holes) and not too embarrassing, because chances are that you will wear them to classes more than once or twice.
Bathing Suit
You
never know when you’re going to need one. While we do admire your confidence,
for most people it is absolutely forbidden to wear a Speedo in public. Many
decide to go swimming or sunbathing at Ocean City. There are a few beaches
relatively close to Johns Hopkins, but swimming is usually an option just
near summer, as the winters are too cold. This especially applies to the
local nude beach in Assateague, but is that ever really an option anyway?
Jolt Picks
• Swimsuits for All - Everyone can find something here.
Formal Clothing
It's good to have some nice formal outfits (suit, ties, dress, whatever floats your boat) in case you get invited to some cool event, lecture, dance or party that requires formalwear. A tuxedo t-shirt will do just fine for most things, but you might want to look more spiff to land that sweet internship.
Jolt Picks
• Jos A Bank - Classy, but it won't break your bank.
Umbrella
Because
of the dire effects of global warming and constant temperature changes, you
never what kind of weather to expect! So when packing, remember that there
is rain in Baltimore. So pack an umbrella that will not fold inside out
and fly into nearby students.
Jolt Picks
• London Fog Automatic Open Umbrella.
Bathroom Stuff
First Aid
You
should always bring a variety of common medicines (head, stomach, sinuses,
throat, etc.). You'll need them at some point and you'll be able to come
to the rescue of your hot neighbor. Also be prepared for cuts and bruises.
Jolt Picks
• First Aid - A nice compact package with all the basic necessities.
Toiletries
Shampoo,
conditioner, soap/body wash, razors,
shaving cream, deodorant, tissues, toothpaste and toothbrushes, a comb/brush,
Q-tips, dental floss, nail clippers, spare contacts, glasses and contact
solution if you need them, and a hair
dryer if you use one. Also, whatever "product" (read: gunk)
you use to make your hair purdy.
Shower Caddy & Flip Flops
If
you have a shared bathroom, you'll need to contain your toiletries in manageable
and portable containers. Shower caddies have holes in the bottom to let the
water drain out. They just need to be big enough to carry your shower and
bathroom essentials. Keep it small. And do not forget the flip flops. The
shower might be clean, but your hall mate might have some gross fungus.
Jolt Picks
• Bathroom Caddy - An easy way to take all your goodies to and from the shower.
• Flip Flops - These will keep that nasty fungus off your feet.
Medications
Be
sure to talk with your parents about how to keep your prescriptions up to
date in your new locale well ahead of leaving.
Jolt Picks
• Pain Killers - Chances are you'll have a few migranes before Freshman year is through.
Contraceptives
You’ll
need more than your first aid supplies to play doctor. If you want to have
sex, you want to have some protection. Go to the Student
Health and Wellness Center campus to get free condoms and other safe-sex
materials as well as information on the subject.
Jolt Picks
• Trojan Condom - Variety 36 Pack - Variety is a good thing.
College Necessities
Water Bottle
So
they've become a college cliché, but they're still super useful for sports,
outdoors activity, class, and studying. You can also express your Johns
Hopkins pride and get one at the bookstore with the logo on it. The Nalgene
type are nearly indestructible and won't give you that cheap plastic taste
that regular water bottles will. Just don't put milk in them. Trust us.
Jolt Picks
• CamelBak .75 Liter Water Bottle - Pretty sleek design.
Cleaning Wipes
Pledge
or Clorox are an absolute Godsend, and the benefit will be two-fold: disguising
the nasty dorm-room smell (either the one that was there when you arrived
or the one you made in the process of living there) and combating the inevitable
dust build-up. Get the lemon-scented kind.
Jolt Picks
• Clorox Cleaning Wipes - Who knows - maybe you can avoid a few colds by using these in common areas you share with your roommate.
Organizer
Whether
it’s a PDA, desk calendar, or personal secretary you will want something
to keep track of due dates, upcoming days off of school and important B-days. The
Daily Jolt also offers an easy to use online
scheduler.
Jolt Picks
• Palm Z22 Handheld PDA - At about $90, this is the one to get if you're on a budget.
• Dell Axim X51v PDA - If you need all the bells and whistles, this is your best bet.
Febreeze
Stinky
roommate? Too much old laundry? Dried, moldy milk in your cereal bowl? Febreeze
it away! Some also go for plug-in air fresheners, but those take up valuable
socket space. Aerosol can fresheners only help with the smell for a few seconds.
The spritzy oil kind really stink up the room, and that can be nauseating
(especially if they leak). Double check if you've got an asthmatic roommate.
Jolt Picks
• 27.4 oz Febreeze Spray - You never know when you'll need this in the room! A real problem solver.
Message Board
The
dry erase boards are a throw back to the college days of yore before IM and
Away messages removed their functionality. It can still be a fun thing, but
beware that your markers will be stolen within the first few weeks of school.
Get a five-pack at the dollar store.
Jolt Picks
• Dry Erase Board - Great for friends to leave messages and funny cartoons on.
School Supplies
This
is not elementary school, so do not go overboard on school supplies. Most
of your money will go towards book, so use sparingly here: One box of pens,
one notebook for each class, one or two highlighters, a stapler, some pencils
and a graphing calculator ought to do it. Scissors, 3-hole puncher and a
small package of post-its are a good touch too.
Jolt Picks
• Staples Back To School Specials - A complete collection of cheap Back to School supplies.
Food!
You
will want to stock up on snacks and junk food for late night cravings when
the dining hall seems just too far away. You want food items that won't spoil
and require little effort to prepare. Think microwavable mac'n'cheese, ramen,
granola bars, dry cereal, fruit cups, peanut butter, and energy bars. Take
advantage of your parents moving you in, and get them to buy you loads of
stuff. The closest grocery store is Safeway,
which is a mission up Wisconsin Avenue. As optimistic as you are, you won’t
make it to the grocery store as often as you plan.
Jolt Picks
• Snack Food - You won't have to sneak these out of the dining hall.
Duct Tape
If
the gods created a tape, it would be Duct Tape. This stuff is essential for
repairs, but is a bad idea for using on the walls or furniture (goodbye paint,
goodbye wood finish), so be careful what you fix. Don’t be fooled by its
name; duct tape is useless when it comes to actually repairing ducts. Another
great use for this product is trapping your roommate in his/her bed as well
as blocking doorways.
Jolt Picks
• Heavy Duty 3M Duct Tape - This should have its own element on the periodic table named after it.
Optional
CDs, DVDs & Books
Bring
your favorite CDs and DVDs, but remember that everything has to go someplace.
If you have an awesome VHS collection (why do you have an awesome VHS collection?),
bring some of it, because you will probably be able to find someone with
a VHS player. And burnable DVDs and CDs are great if you want to “borrow”
your neighbor’s DVD collection while he/she is out. As for books, bring
a few of your favorites, but not your whole library. No one will be impressed
by your collection of books. And you’re in college, why the hell do you
need books?
Jolt Picks
• DVDs
from Amazon - Amazon is pretty much the king of selling DVDs - plus
you can bought previously viewed DVDs from other Amazon users for less
dough.
• Music
from Amazon - Great selection. To save at least 1/3 of the price, buy
from other users who are trying to sell their CDs - most are unscratched.
• Books
from Amazon - Pretty much the major category from Amazon's humble beginnings
in the 90's - remember that decade?
Earplugs
These
become essential if you have a rude roommate or a loud floor. If worse comes
to worse, you might have to resort to the hand in warm water technique to
teach that roommate a lesson (See "Febreeze" above).
Jolt Picks
• Disposable Ear Plugs - You never know when your roommate might start singing Phil Collins in their sleep.
Hooks
Use
sticky, plastic hooks because the more floor space the better. Try to find
ones that won’t leave a residue to avoid nasty cleanup.
Jolt Picks
• 3M Hooks - Go ahead and mount something!
Tools
You
will be surprised how useful some tools can be in a dorm room. Specifically
screwdrivers! Get one with different heads (flat and Phillips) of different
sizes. Other tools may come in handy as well.
Jolt Picks
• Apollo 39 piece compact tool kit - Ladies love a handyman.
Sewing Kit
A
small package with a few needles, a few different colored threads and a button
or two is all you need. You will only need it for emergencies and if you're
lucky you’ll be able to bring the items home on breaks to allow another family
member to mend them for you.
Jolt Picks
• Lewis & Clark Sewing Kit - Be prepared if you lose a button on your favorite outfit.
Light Bulbs
Don’t
need these, because they have desk lamps already. If yours breaks, get housing
to replace it at no charge.
Jolt Picks
• GE Soft White 60 Watt Long Life Bulbs - These bulbs may end up staying in your dorm room longer than you.
Plants
You
might not want the responsibility, but plants will brighten a dull room.
Take a look at department stores or supermarkets for something cheap that
can survive without much maintenance or direct sun.
Jolt Picks
• Money Tree - Cause these days, college is so expensive!
Rechargeable Batteries
It’s
really too bad people aren’t battery operated because you’ll certainly end
up pulling all-nighters every once and awhile and a little revitalization
would help. Sometimes 24 hours just doesn’t leave enough room to study and sleep.
Batteries are expensive, so you will want some that will recharge themselves
with no cost. They may not have as long of a lifespan but they will save
you money! Just don’t lose them.
Jolt Picks
• Sony Rechargeable Batteries - Much easier and less expensive to go with 1 or 2 sets of these batteries - especially with the markup at most campus stores.
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