This list is designed to answer common questions about what to bring. It does not include toiletries and personal items so don’t leave them at home just because they are not on the list!
| What to bring | Notes |
|---|---|
| College Shirt | Wear on Sunday arrival and show your school spirit |
| Nice (but not formal) outfit | Wednesday VIP Reception |
| Business-y outfit | Friday at the Legislature |
| 4 or 5 casual outfits | We interact with professionals everyday so nicer is better! |
| Jammies | Or whatever you like to wear to sleep in |
| Comfy clothes for hanging out at dorms | You’re going to want to get out of those nice clothes! |
| Underwear | Probably obvious but bummer if you forget |
| Walking Shoes | There’s an optional walk on Sunday |
| Other Shoes | You can never have too many shoes (heels, toms, flats, slippers) |
| Sweater, Jacket, or Scarf | It will be hot out but cool inside |
| Hosiery (optional) | I refuse to wear it. |
| Pillow | Seriously, the ones they provide are rocks |
| Blanket | If you are the type to get cold at night |
| Teddy Bear | Don’t leave home without it |
| Something to make it home-y (optional) | I brought a desk lamp last year and was glad I did |
| Water Bottle | So we don’t waste plastic |
| Backpack or tote | We don’t carry a lot of stuff but this can be helpful |
| iPad (optional) | These will be provided |
| Camera (optional) | You can take pics on the iPad |
| Earplugs | You will be staying in a dorm |