What to Bring & Want NOT to Bring

Welcome to our residence halls! We're excited to have you join our community. While your comfort is important, your safety is our top priority. To help ensure a safe and comfortable living environment for everyone, please review the following list of permitted and prohibited items.

What to Bring

The following items are permitted in the residence halls:

Air fresheners
Alarm clock
Batteries
Bowls, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins, paper towels, etc.
Chargers for laptop, phone, and electronic devices
Cleaning supplies
- broom, mop, dustpan, ready-to-use cleaning supplies.
Clothing items:
- shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, suits, ties, socks, undergarments, shoes, etc. (please pack for Fall, Winter, Summer, and Spring)
Clothes hangers
Desk fan (not to exceed 20 in.)
Desk lamp (no halogen bulbs)
Flashlight
Hand sanitizer
Iron/w auto shut-off
Mini ironing board
Laptop
- wifi is available across the campus
Laundry bag/hamper
Laundry detergent
Linens
- twin XL sheets, blankets, pillows, a mattress pad/mattress cover, towels, etc.
Disposable Masks
Method of transportation (scooter, bike, skateboard, vehicle) *optional*
- please bring a heavy-duty lock and register your bike with MSPUD upon arrival
Microwave (no larger than 600 watts)
Mini refrigerator (no larger than 3.6 cubic feet)
Non-alcoholic beverages
Printer
- printers are available across the campus
Rain gear
- umbrella, poncho, rain boots, etc.
Room decor
- you may add simple furnishings, posters & accessories to your room, however, you MAY NOT remove any furniture, paint your room, apply wallpaper or contact paper, or alter it in any way. You will be held responsible for any damages made to the wall using 3M Command strips or adhesive LED light strips.
School supplies
- notebooks, binders, pens, pencils, textbooks, highlighters etc.
Shower caddy
Shower curtain
Shower sandals/shoes
Small area rugs
- Must be CAL 117 compliant. Technical Bulletin 117- Residential Upholstered Furniture Standard Fact Sheet
Small Bluetooth speakers
Snacks
Study lamp
Surge protectors
Toiletries
- toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, shampoo & conditioner, face wash, moisturizer, cologne/perfume, sunscreen, deodorant, body wash, makeup, hair dryer, curling iron, hair ties, lotion, etc.
Towels & washcloths
Trash can/wastebasket (not to exceed 8 gallons)
- trash bags
TV (not to exceed 32 in.)
- TVs cannot be mounted/permanently affixed to any walls or university-owned furniture
Water bottles

What Not to Bring

The following items are prohibited in the residence halls:

Alcohol
Candles/incense
Cooking appliances
- air fryers, grills, instant pots, microwave ovens (over 600 watts), toasters, toaster ovens, pressure cookers, rice cookers, roaster ovens, hot plates, slow cookers, waffle makers, coffee makers, woks, etc. are prohibited
Curling irons or flat irons without automatic shut-off
Darts/dart boards
Drugs of any kind
Electric water coolers
Explosives/fireworks
Furniture that is not compliant with CAL 117 fire rating – to include bean bag chairs, upholstered desk chairs, ottomans, curtains, headboards, and mattresses (if a special mattress is required for medical purposes, the student must register with the Office of Student Disabilities Support Services so the proper accommodations can be made). Technical Bulletin 117- Residential Upholstered Furniture Standard Fact Sheet
Halogen lamps/multi-bulb gooseneck lamps
High-end electronics including but not limited to:
- Large speakers that exceed a decibel range higher than 90
- Soundbars/surround sound
- TVs larger than 32 inches
Hookah pipes, e-cigarettes, or vapes of any kind
Hoverboards
Microwave (larger than 600 watts)
Personal air conditioners, ceiling fans, and other appliances including portable washers and dryers
Personal family heirloom items
Personal satellite dishes
Pets
- Emotional Support Animals require proper approval through the Office of Student Disabilities and Support Services

Space heaters
Wallpaper or contact paper
Waterbeds
Weapons
- knives, blades, guns, mase, tasers, self-defense spike
Massage beds, lash beds, acrylic/gel nail equipment and products, barber/salon chairs, etc.
- Although we encourage your entrepreneurial pursuits, you cannot operate any form of business from the residence halls.