what to bring

The transition to college life can be unsettling one. Moving into the dorms, meeting new friends and having fresh experiences can be tons of fun but can also be very stressful. Luckily with a little preparation and foresight, during the summer months, you won't have to worry about little annoyances ruining the shift to college living.

Preparing for life on your own is a big change. It may seem daunting to you, but with minimal organization and a little less procrastination than usual you can have a jump start in your social and academic life. First off, don't be lazy. Sure procrastination for many is a viable solution in a more personalized high school setting. On the other hand, even if you have been organized and on top of your game throughout high school, now is not the time to stop this beneficial behavior. Mom won't be around to remind you of deadlines and cutoff dates, so constantly be aware of what needs to be done. Keep a constant list, on a dry erase board or calendar, of all upcoming deadlines.

To make sure nothing gets by you try to do the following five things:

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So you've moved into your dorm and discovered it's not quite the open expanse you had hoped for. Even if you were prepared, your room likely feels tiny. Small dorm rooms are a reality of college life, like shower sandals and solo cups, but you don't have to feel like a sardine! In fact, you don't have to feel like any type of fish. You can be any animal you like, just by following these easy tips for making your small space look and feel larger.

Cut The Crap

This is easy, right? Simply having less stuff will give you more actual space to move around in. Remember: you only have one room in college. Pack accordingly. Do you really need your entire collection of National Geographics dating back to 1970 (with the exception of February 1982, which you could never find despite months spent searching on eBay)? Think about what you're actually going to use while you're at school. For tips on what's essential and what you can leave behind, be sure to read all our advice about what to bring to college.

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Now that the iPhone 3G is half the price of its predecessor, chances are the device will be even more ubiquitous on college campuses this fall. If you're lucky enough to have one, read on for five cheap/free applications that will help you in your pursuit of higher education... or something.

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The third and final post in our college checklist series on what to bring to college focuses on the really important stuff - the stuff you were probably going to forget. Don't spend your first few weeks running from store to store. Read this checklist, pack accordingly, and let the party begin.

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Hey. Dorm rooms are pretty big maybe my roommate and I can just bring two of everything?" No! Shut your mouth when you're talking to me. Listen: your dorm is small. The last thing you need to do is clutter it with two refrigerators, two microwaves, two 4-foot bongs, etc. Here is a list of things we here at DormDelicious think you need to split and share when you come to college.

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