Office of Residence Life

What to Bring to Campus

When beginning to pack for your move to UToledo, make sure to talk with your roommate and/or suitemates about items that you can share so you don't end up with two of the same large items.

What to Bring to Campus (Permitted Items)

Kitchen Supplies

  • Can Opener
  • Cups/Glasses
  • Plates
  • Utensils

Laundry Supplies

  • Iron and ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Fabric softener

Access to laundry facilities included in your semester rate.

Personal Products

  • Soap
  • Toiletries
  • Hangers
  • Hair Dryer

Bring toilet paper if your room is suite style.

Linen

  • Sheets and bedding (extra-long twin size)
  • Towels and washcloths

Appliances and Electronics

  • Refrigerator—4 cu. ft. or less - Rent a MicroFridge!
  • Microwave—1000 watts or less
  • Fan
  • Coffee maker
  • TV and desired streaming devices (record serial numbers)

Miscellaneous

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Surge protector and extension cords
  • Paper towels
  • Playing cards and games
  • Throw rugs or carpet
  • Tissues

What to Leave at Home (Prohibited Items)

  • Sandwich Makers
  • Waffle Irons
  • George Foreman Type Grills
  • Hot Plates
  • Electric Griddles and/or Electric Skillets
  • Air Fryers
  • Instant Pots and/or Pressure Cookers
  • Rice Cookers
  • Coffee Makers without Automatic Shutoff
  • Food Dehydrators
  • Space Heaters
  • Electric Blankets
  • Adaptors and Extension Cords without Surge Protection
  • Amplified Sound Equipment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Incense
  • Candles
  • Candle Warmers and Wax Melters
  • Toaster Oven
  • Toaster
  • Incense
  • Drug Paraphernalia
  • Hover-boards
  • Adhesive LED Strip Lights
  • Neon Lights
  • Lithium Batteries
  • Weapons (Real, Fake, Toy, Look Real)
  • Sun Lamps/Halogen Lamps/Lava Lamps
  • 3D printers
Last Updated: 11/12/25