Are you asking yourself what to pack for college? What should you bring and what should you leave?
Knowing the difference between “necessaries,” nice to have items and “don’t needs” as you prepare for college life can spell the difference between an easy move to campus and an unpleasant memory. We have compiled some tips about what to pack for college that will help you make the right decisions.
What to Pack for College: Reminders of Home
College will be a new experience and one you’ll want to experience fully. By all means, plan to personalize your space with books, photos of family, your favorite music and even a ragged old tee or worn sweatshirt that just feels good and brings back fond memories.
Comfort Items
College is meant to be a transitional time. It’s okay to bring the quilt your granny made, your special pillow and even a stuffed animal. Bring anything that makes you happy and make no apologies. Just don’t recreate your room at home in your new apartment! Be open to a new look and savor all those new experiences.
Sports and Hobby Equipment
Don’t forget the racket and sports equipment. If you play a sport and love it, plan to keep at it in college. It will help you meet new people and make new friends on and off the sports courts. Bring your telescope for stargazing, your yoga mat or ballet slippers, or your favorite rod for sitting by the stream. Bring your wading boots or your riding boots. If you knit, practice calligraphy or cooking, bring the gear and supplies that help you express yourself. Nurture yourself in meaningful ways.
Tips About What to Pack for College
Any advice about what to pack for college must be tempered by a corresponding assessment of what you need to make your school year not only successful, but memorable. Your packing needs for moving into a dorm room on campus will be different from those at a luxury nearby apartment at The Standard in Boone. Our apartments offer the advantage of private bedroom suites with separate bathrooms and large closets, fully equipped kitchens and loads of amenities. Building-wide Wi-fi will help you keep in touch!
Because each unit is fully furnished and stylishly decorated, you won’t have to worry about a flat-screen television, comfortable seating, a dorm fridge to keep your favorite beverage chilled or a coffee maker to help you through late-night study sessions. Don’t give a second thought to parking either because there’s a controlled access garage for your wheels.
Let It Go!
In fact, when asking yourself what to pack for college, you might be perfectly comfortable bringing only your clothes, your personal computer and electronic devices and your family pictures. With heated outdoor spas, a resident lounge, shuffleboard, modern exercise rooms and a 24-7 study center, you probably will spend a fair amount of time out of your apartment. Plan to spend time exploring Boone and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Concentrate on classes and campus activities. Immerse yourself in college life.
Check Us Out
We have apartments ranging in size from studios to expansive 4-bedroom, 4-bath plans. We’ll help you meet new friends and explore new interests. We’ll also help you find a roommate if you wish. Fill out an online application and reservation now and you’ll have ample time to make your packing list for next semester. If you have questions, we’ll even help you decide what to pack for college and what to bring to your new apartment.