What to bring to College

Here is a checklist of items to bring with you to college:

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Tech Gadgets

• Laptop - A must have tech gadget.
• iPod - duh!
• USB Thumb drive - You'll be working on lots of computers.
• Voice Recorder - For note taking and to record those lectures you fall asleep in.
• Speakers - No matter how big or small your quarters are, you need bumps and surround sound.
• Calculator - Cause we're lazy.

Dorm Supplies

• Mini Fridge - Keep drinks cold.
• Sandals - For those nasty showers.
• Alarm Clock - For those 7am 10am classes.
• Desk Lamp - Your mother always told you to read in proper lighting.
• Extension Cords/Surge Protectors - trust me, you'll need them.
• Organizers - Stacking bins and shelves.
• Top ramen cooker - why not automate the meal that is a staple in the college diet.
• Microwave - How else are you going to reheat those leftovers.
• White board - For notes and messages.
• A good desk chair - Your back will thank you, now and 10 years from now.
• Bottle Opener - You never know when you need one.

Internet Apps and Software

• facebook account - Good place to "chat online with babes all day".
• facebook apps for College
• Joost - Watch TV, free might I add.
• uTorrent - Download your favorite shows/movies.
• Web 2.0 tools for College
• Free Software - Free as in beer?

Entertainment

• Deck of cards - Drinking games anyone?
• Season tickets to your schools football games
• Car (optional) - even though parking sucks.

Productivity

• A good backpack - Your gonna need something sturdy to lug around 40 lbs. of books.
• Notebooks - In case you actually decide to take notes in class.
• Large supply of Mt. Dew - For those late night study sessions.
• Planner/Organizer - Keep track of homework assignments dates, parties.
• Calendar