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 

 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

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