Packing For Your First Year in College

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Deeli

I am with KansasCindy, danward and Lilac! This passage in life is going to be difficult enough as it is without worrying about lugging items with her and especially in this day and age! :-(

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liveandlearn900

Try making your own space bags for some items and packing them in suitcases.

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Lilac

She should recieve a list of things she will need. Boy is she going to miss New York.

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danward

I agree with KansasCindy. The less she has to lug with her while traveling so far the better. The first day of college is a very hectic and busy day, I can only imagine what it will be like when she has to fly or ride a bus so far. If the majority of her things can already be there for her things will definitely be easier for her.
I wish her luck!

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KansasCindy

Just some food for thought, but since she will be traveling so far, what about shipping items like towels and linens ahead of time, via UPS, FedEx, or whatever? You'll need to check with her housing hosts in advance, but if they can accept and hold such for her until arrival, it may lessen her worries about keeping track of the bags and suitcases as she travels.

I will be beginning next fall as a freshman in college and I have no idea what to pack. What are some things that I definitely should bring with me to college and what should I leave behind?