{"id":2189,"date":"2021-07-22T09:30:13","date_gmt":"2021-07-22T14:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.tarleton.edu\/becomeatexan\/?p=2189"},"modified":"2021-11-22T11:59:09","modified_gmt":"2021-11-22T17:59:09","slug":"20-essentials-for-your-residence-hall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/becomeatexan\/20-essentials-for-your-residence-hall\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Essentials For Your Residence Hall"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As a first time college student moving into a residence hall, you may be wondering what all you should bring on move-in day. To help better prepare you, we\u2019ve created a list of essential items for you! This doesn\u2019t mean that you have to bring all of the items listed (but some are definitely a must).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 Mattress Topper<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You will likely want to add a little extra comfort to your bed. To do so, be sure to bring along a twin size mattress topper!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 Blackout Curtains<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you have a room with a window, purchasing blackout curtains will be so helpful (especially if you want to take a nice in-between classes nap during the day).They come in several colors for you to choose and they block out all the light from the outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 Tension Rods<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the residence halls, traditional curtain rods are not allowed. So to hang up your curtains, a tension rod is the best solution! Many residents use tension rods and curtains on windows, closets, and to divide space between bedrooms for privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#<\/span>4 Shower Curtain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A shower curtain will definitely be needed, along with a shower rod and shower curtain rings. Be sure to chat with your roommate to decide who wants to bring these items!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5 Coffee Maker<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whether you are a coffee lover or not, a coffee maker is a great addition for your dorm. Having the convenient access to make coffee, hot chocolate, tea, or simply hot water will come in handy. Tip: Try to find a smaller sized one like the example in the photo above to save space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6 Portable Fan<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There might be times when you feel hot and your roommate is cold. A simple solution is to have your own personal, portable fan to cool off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7 Headphones<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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