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College Dorm Room Supplies: 15 Things All Students Need for Their Dorm Rooms by Donna John

August 09, 2022

College Dorm Room Supplies: 15 Things All Students Need for Their Dorm Rooms

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I've had two kids go off to college (and graduate!). During those eight years, you learn what a kid really needs in that dorm room – and what could be a waste of money. Here are 15 things to put on your college shopping list from a seasoned mom.

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Mindy Hudon, M.S., CCC-SLP

Great tip Donna! I have twins on there way as freshman. I didn't know they needed a browser! Really? Yikes!

Like Reply 2 9 years ago

I've heard that several times, @mindy. Both of my kids needed a router to access the Internet. My son wanted his own, but my daughter and her roommate last year went in half and shared one. I cannot believe your twins are in college! Hope they have an amazing year!

Elisa Schmitz

Great list for getting college kids set up for success in their dorms, Donna John ! I have to add - fun string lights. Whether you get Christmas lights or the twinkly ones for the backyard, I think a string of lights is a must, haha! Mindy Hudon, M.S., CCC-SLP

Like Reply 6 years ago

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