About Your Room

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