Move-in checklist

By JJ Kim, Editor-in-Chief

Before you set off to move in to your new apartment or residence hall, keep these things in mind before you load up your car and head down I-57 South.

Cleaning supplies

  •  Paper Towels
  •  Napkins
  •  Disinfectant spray or wipes
  •  Hand sanitizer
  •  Toilet plunger
  •  Toilet brush
  •  Sponges
  •  Steel wool
  •  Rags

 Decorations

  •  Furniture
  •  Posters, tapestry
  •  Plants
  •  Knick-knacks
  •  Photos
  •  Lights
  • Album covers

Kitchen supplies

  •  Silverware
  •  Cups and glasses
  •  Plates, bowls of all sizes
  •  Knives
  •  Cutting board
  •  Microwave safe dishes
  •  Oven mitts
  •  Kitchen utensils
  •  Kitchen utensil holder
  •  Trash can

Room necessities 

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  •  Curtains
  •  Bedsheets, comforter
  •  Shoe rack
  •  Mirror
  •  Lights
  •  Laundry hamper
  •  First-aid kit
  •  Hangers
  •  Nightstand
  •  Batteries
  •  Toolbox or pocket knife

Bathroom necessities

  •  Shampoo, body wash
  •  Shower loofah
  •  Shower curtain
  •  Shower liner
  •  Shower mat
  •  Trash can
  •  Toothbrush
  •  Toothbrush holder
  •  Blow dryer
  •  Multiple towels

JJ is a junior in Media.

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