What will my room be like?
Your room will be furnished with a bed, desk with bookshelves, chair, chest of drawers and a closet/wardrobe for each of you.
Your room will also have:
Network/Internet Access: All rooms have internet access! Simply plug your laptop into the computer jacks or log into King’s Wi-Fi network and you can surf the web or log onto King’s Student Portal or Canva sites.
What do I really need?
It’s never too early to start thinking about your room. You know the basic stuff to bring with you when you move into the residence hall- sheets, pillows, and toiletries. But, what about the stuff you need that you didn’t think of?
Here are a few suggestions to make your room feel like home:
- Alarm clock
- Area rug
- Bedding and blankets (Twin XL)
- Broom/Swiffer duster/vacuum
- Chair/Couch
- Chargers
- Cleaning Supplies
- Curtains (must be flame-retardant)
- Fan
- First aid kit
- Heavy duty 14 gauge extension cords/Power strips with surge protectors
- Keurig/Nespresso
- Laptop
- Laundry Basket
- Laundry Detergent & Dryer Sheets
- Mattress topper
- Microwave (1100 watt max)
- Mini-refrigerator
- Pillows
- Shower caddy & Shower Shoes
- String Lights (must be battery powered)
- Storage bins
- Study Lamp
- Toiletries & Towels
- Trash can & Trash bags
- TV, gaming system, streaming device
- Umbrella
What not to bring:
- Air fryer
- Animals
- Anything that suspends from the ceiling
- Anything with an open flame
- Appliances with open coils
- Curtains (non-flame-retardant)
- Halogen lamps
- Hot plates
- Non-battery powered Christmas/String Lights
- Power strips without surge protectors
- Toaster
- Wax warmer