Quoting Post Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic Overwhelmed. Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from [m]emonkey85[/m] at 2:23 pm on July 31, 2008[quote]from living in a dorm at boarding school here's what i thought was necessary: wall decorations comfortable bedding desk lamp coat hangers clock photos from home clothes computer snacks simple school supplies backpack things to discuss with your roommate: fridge tv floor rug (consider this after you see your room for size)[/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post ehmusic Posted at 7:04 am on July 31, 2008 I start college in a little over two weeks.  And I'm completely unprepared.  I don't even know how to begin to go about preparing for it.  I dunno what to take, or buy, or pack or anything. Any useful websites, or advice?

Replies emonkey85 Posted at 2:23 pm on July 31, 2008 from living in a dorm at boarding school here's what i thought was necessary: wall decorations comfortable bedding desk lamp coat hangers clock photos from home clothes computer snacks simple school supplies backpack things to discuss with your roommate: fridge tv floor rug (consider this after you see your room for size) buddyholly Posted at 7:10 am on July 31, 2008 This is what I was told.  Pick a day and as you go through your routine write down every single thing you use/do.  Then you can compile a list of everything that is essential to make it through the day.  At least that would get you the basics. hI jAMES Posted at 7:08 am on July 31, 2008 Here are some wonderful sites: http://www.ed.gov/pubs/Prepare/index.html http://www.collegeview.com/articles/CV/application/planning_ahead.html http://www.collegeview.com/prepare_for_college.html I, myself am preparing for college.  I took College courses in HS, so I'm not sure to consider it my first year. MiNNiCK Posted at 7:07 am on July 31, 2008 Don't over pack. If you're living in a dorm, keep it simple. Take some school supplies (like notebooks, pens etc), bed clothes, shower things, your computer. Simple stuff like that. If you're living in an apartment, There are some things you'll need to buy extra. Like household stuff, (brooms, dishes, etc). Don't be overwhelmed, it's going to be fine and you're going to have a blast. All 4 previous replies displayed.