How To Pack For College

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People talk about packing for college as though it were a major life event, like getting married. It's not. Here are some tips on how to put objects in boxes.

To complete this How-To you will need:

Possessions
Boxes to put them in

Step 1: Learn what you can't bring

Find out what items you're not allowed to bring. Your college probably lists these restrictions online.

Step 2: Contact roommate

Contact your future roommate to discuss what each of you is brining. Some objects you only need one of.

Step 3: Start w/ basics

Start with the basics: bedding of the proper size, a towel, toiletries. Don't go overboard—you will still be capable of purchasing objects once you leave home.

Tip: Dorm rooms often have unusual bed sizes, like "twin extra long." Don't buy sheets until you know what will fit.

Step 4: Don't pack all your clothes

Don't pack every bit of clothing you own. You'll probably go home for fall or winter break, so you can pick up what you need then.

Tip: Going to college is a unique opportunity to change your identity. Pack accordingly—sometimes it's better to be without an object than to have something that's embarrassing.

Step 5: Consult packing list

Consult a packing list to remind yourself what else to bring. Your school probably sent you a list, and there are plenty online.

Step 6: Pack light

Pack as few heavy objects as possible. You will be carrying around everything you bring for the next four years.

Tip: Don't bring more than a few books from home. You won't have time to read them, and books are very heavy.

Step 7: Load up & go

Load up your stuff and get going! If you're shipping boxes, call the admissions office to find out exactly where and when you will be able to pick them up.

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[02AJProductions]

thumbs up if your not going to college... or your still far from being college

[PunkyPlow]

Lemme get this straight, penguins arent allowed, but kiddie pools are?

[mycat647]

ok so my college is half way cross the world so yeah Im not going to use boxes..

[BecauseAlexWasBored]

"Here are some tips on how to put objects in boxes" LOL XD

[biggiePBG]

@ilovemiddleschoolyah what if he is getting with a man??

[Spartan0190]

My new identity: a level 100 Paladin with my Doom Sword of destruction

[ilovemiddleschoolyah]

he dont need condoms he cant get a gurl because he is a retarded stupid ass fag who doesnt need to go to college he wont even get in in real life!!!!!!!!!!!!

[123BeautyRush]

condoms? tht fag cnt get a gurl

[XboxZen]

Step 1. put all your shit in a bag

[Carlos328]

i can bring my cat >:)