Preparing for college is chaos
 | Author:
Mikayla Kraft, MT43 News Correspondent
MT43 News School Correspondent |
The Chaos of College Prep
Mikayla Kraft
MT43 News Correspondent
Preparing for college is chaos, and if I had the opportunity to change this, I would. Once a dorm room is chosen and you are practically all set to move in, the college does not give students a packet filled with everything there is to know about moving in. To be fair, there are a few emails and letters sent throughout the summer to prepare the students, but these emails only appear on occasion.
I leave earlier than most college students for a quick summer vacation. Concerning this, it means my time is short and I need to figure out everything about a huge move fast. I have sat down and done my research on the “amazing and always truthful” Facebook and Instagram, as well as the NDSU 360° tour to figure out what I need to bring to my dorm, what I can consider later, and what I probably shouldn’t bring.
Every single dorm is different in ways such as size, layout, what is provided, as well as so many other factors, so what I have discovered may be different for any other college student. The dorm I am staying in is called Dinan Hall. It is a three-story traditional female hall and is also the oldest female residence hall on campus. The dorm room has two large closets, overhead storage space, and even a vanity for each girl with respective drawers.
Storage has been covered, but what should I bring? Right off the bat, a must-have was a mattress topper and a Twin XL bedding set. If you cannot figure out why a mattress topper is a necessity, sleep on any college mattress, and you will understand exactly why I made this decision. I also decided to bring a small ironing board and iron that can double as a steamer. Because the dorm room is void of air conditioning, I also chose to bring a small fan. I share a communal bathroom, so all bathroom must-haves will be brought, including a shower caddy and shoes. There is no kitchen in my dorm, but there is a kitchenette on the first floor. They provide all of the cooking equipment, but I will have to bring things like plates and bowls.
These are huge necessities that come with moving, but it is even more important to keep your “why” with you as you go. For me, this is Christianity. Physically, I am bringing my Bible and The Valley of Vision devotion that a member of my church gifted me which I plan to cling to in both the highs and lows.
Everything changes in a move such as this, but one thing should always come with you and never leave. Don’t forget about what makes you the person you are. The entire thing is going to be terrifying, trust me, I am living in it, but cling to the person that you have grown up to be. It will all be worth it in the end.
