What To Pack

Summer students will want to pack accordingly. Please note the below lists are our summer team’s recommended items and may not be exhaustive or applicable to all students. Some programs, like Lott Leadership Institute, will include additional lists based on activities occurring during the program.

Apparel

  • active wear (for outdoor activities)
  • one business casual outfit (for class presentations or our Summer College Convocation Dinner)
  • swimwear
  • light jacket
  • comfortable shoes
  • masks
  • bike helmet (if using a bike)
  • long pants and closed-toe shoes (if participating in hiking or in the Engineering track)

Room Supplies and Toiletries

  • Twin XL sheets, blanket/comforter
  • pillow
  • clothes hangers
  • towel and washcloths
  • personal bath supplies (soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.)

Note for Summer College International students: You will receive a linen pack at arrival with a set of bed sheets, a blanket, a pillow, and a towel.

Cleaning and Laundry Supplies

  • broom and dustpan
  • cleaning wipes
  • laundry detergent
  • laundry basket
  • quarters for laundry room ($1.50 per load)

School Supplies

  • notebooks
  • pens/pencils
  • laptop or tablet (recommended, not required)
  • backpack

Miscellaneous and Optional Items

The following items are optional and may be based on personal preferences.

  • food / drinks (water, soda, etc.) / snacks
  • umbrella / rain jacket
  • small padlock (to secure valuables)
  • bike and bike lock
  • musical instrument
  • television
  • game console

Medication and Medical Supplies

  • personal first aid kit
  • sunscreen
  • any medication taken regularly

Important Note: If you suffer from an allergy or any other condition, please make sure that you have your medication with you at all times. Please communicate any medical needs or concerns on the required medical form.

Please note that staff cannot distribute medicine to students, including over-the-counter medications.

Lott Leadership Summer Institute

Outfit TypeMaleFemale
Two business formal outfitssuit, tie, formal shoes, dress shirtDress, skirt, blouse, formal shoes, comfortable high heels
At least 3 business casual outfitsSlacks/khakis, dress shirt/button-up shirt/polo, and comfortable shoesDress, skirts, or pants, nice shirt, and comfortable shoes (they can be flats)

What NOT to Pack!

Each room will come furnished with a mini-fridge and have access to a microwave on the same floor.

Items and Activities Not Allowed in Residence Halls (this list is not all inclusive):

ALCOHOL, ILLEGAL DRUGS, CANDLES, INCENSE, SMOKING / VAPING, WEAPONS, COOKING APPLIANCES (personal toaster ovens, George Foreman style grills), PETS, HALOGEN LAMPS, DOUBLE-STICK TAPE, DUCT TAPE, TAMPERING OF FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, REMOVAL OF FURNITURE FROM ROOMS OR COMMON AREAS, HANGING OR THROWING THINGS OUT WINDOWS, DAMAGING WALLS, DAMAGING FURNITURE, DAMAGING VENDING MACHINES, FIGHTING, STEALING, VANDALISM, HARASSMENT, HALL SPORTS, AND LOUD NOISES