INFOGRAPHIC: The dorm dweller's survival kit


Our expert's pick of must-have items to make on-campus living feel like home


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CM Life staff graphic with assets from Canva.com

For many new students, moving to college may mean taking everything you think you need and trying to make it fit into a dorm room. While it may be tempting to try to relocate your entire life, that is not realistic. 

We asked CM Life class of 2023 staff writer Jordan Agosta what critical items he put in his dorm-life survival pack. These are the pieces without which, he says, new students should definitely not leave home. 


Leaving home for the first time can be stressful, and it's hard to know what to take. Here's our pick for the must-have items to make your residence hall comfortable and a little more like home. [Content special to CM Life by Jordan Agosta | Illustration and design by Caroline Sharbaugh]

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