What to Bring

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Each resident will be provided a a Twin XL mattress (39"x80"), desk (42"x24"x30") and chair, bed frame (84"x39"x37") and wardrobe (36"x24"x74"). You may want to also consider furnishings for your common area such as a couch or futon, footstools/ottomans and storage options. Coordinating with suitemates in advance is a smart idea.

Personal Care and Hygiene

Toilet Paper*
Towels (bath, hand, washcloth)
Bath Robe
Shower Caddy
Flip-Flops
Shampoo/Conditioner
Skin Care Products (lotions, sun block, aloe, acne ointment, antibacterial)
Deodorant
Earplugs/Cotton Balls
Tissues
Contact Lens Supplies
Glasses/Sunglasses
Extra Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Dental Floss
Curling/Flat Irons
Hair Dryer

Bedding/Room

XL Twin Sheets (39 x 80)
Comforter/Blankets/Pillows
Mattress Topper
Laundry Basket
H.E. Laundry Detergent & Fabric Softener
Cleaning Supplies (air fresheners, small vacuum, broom/dustpan, bathroom cleaners)*
Mirror (small and full length)
Trash Can
Small Trash Bags
Room Lamp/Desk Lamp (non-halogen)
Hangers/Shoe Rack
Plastic Storage Containers

Decorations

Posters
Pictures/Picture Frames
Rug/Curtains/Small Plant
Easy-Peel Wall Decals
"Painters" Masking Tape/Thumbtacks/ Pushpins

Entertainment

Playing Cards
Board Games
Bike/Bike Lock/Helmet
Recreation Equipment

Kitchen

Bowls/Plates/Silverware
Plastic Storage Containers
Snacks/Food
Glasses/Cups
Can Opener
Filter Water Bottle
Organizational rack for above items

Electronics

iPod (or other mp3 device)
Headphones (other accessories)
Television/TV Stand (wheels are ideal, not wall mounted)
Radio
DVD player (DVDs)
Kindle/iPad
Gaming System
Fan
Alarm Clock
Surge Protector(s)
Extension Cords (three-prong, grounded cords permitted; two-prong, zip strips not permitted)

Appliances

Blender
Electrical Can Opener
Microwave (must be UL Listed)
The following items must be UL Listed, have a double insulated, three prong cord, and have an Automatic shut-off:
Clothes Iron
Coffee Maker (1-cup or carafe)
Hot Pot (must have insulated carafe)
Rice Cooker or Crock Pot (can be stored in room, must be used in Community Kitchen)
Mini Fridge (5 feet cubic or less. We recommend 1 fridge per suite.)

School Supplies

Backpack/Commuter Bag
Computer (laptop recommended)
Computer Accessories
Laptop Lock
Printer
Printer Paper
Jump Drive/Thumb Drive
Desk Organizers
Stapler/Staples
Pens/Pencils
Paper/Notebooks/Binders
Dry Erase Board/Markers
Cork Board
Monthly Planner
Desk/Wall Calendar

First Aid and Medicine Kit

Band-Aids/Neosporin
Anti-Itch Cream
Aspirin (or other such medicine)
Cough Syrup/Cold Medicine
Ice Pack/Hot Pack
Thermometer (digital or electronic only)

Personal & Emergency Preparedness

Photo ID
Driver's License
Social Security Card (or a copy)
Birth Certificate (or a copy)
Passport
Health Insurance Card
Prescription Medication
Checkbook/Bank Card
First Aid Kit
Small Toolkit
Batteries

Other

Earplugs/ Cotton Balls
Postage Stamps
Step Ladder
Dish Detergent
Ironing Board
Umbrella
Winter Coat/Gloves/Boots
Clothing Suited for Central Oregon Climate (see below)

Prohibited Items

Alcoholic Beverages/Alcohol Paraphernalia/Alcohol Memorabilia or Advertisements
Illegal Drugs/Drug-Related Paraphernalia/ Drug-Related Memorabilia or Advertisements
Any Weapons (i.e. firearms, bows, BB guns, airsoft guns, slingshots, any other type of projectile launching devices)
Fireworks/Powder/Other Explosives
Any Combustible Substances (i.e. gasoline, propane, butane, white gas)
Pets (fish are allowed, up to 5 gal. tank)
Open-Coiled Appliances (i.e. toasters, toaster ovens, space heaters)
Open Hot-plate Appliances (electric fry pan, electric griddle, electric waffle iron)
Sticky Tack/Packing, Scotch or Duct Tape/Nails/Screws (not permitted to hang decorations)
Halogen Lamps
Candles/Incense

*Students are responsible for the shared bathroom with their suite, so we recommend bringing toilet paper and cleaning supplies to ensure its effectively stocked.

Bend Climate

Bend's climate is typical of the high desert with cool nights and sunny days. Annual precipitation averages between 10-13 inches, which is part of the average snowfall of 34 inches. A typical Central Oregon summer is marked with daily temperatures around 80-90 F during the day, and around 40-50 F during the night. Autumn usually brings warm, dry days and cooler nights. The winter season in Bend provides typical daytime temperatures between 30-50 F. Average nighttime temperatures range anywhere from 22-51 F.

Room Details

COCC's residence hall features suite-style living in the heart of campus in close proximity to the Barber Library, Coats Campus Center and Mazama Gymnasium. The design provides every four students with a suite containing a living/common area, a shared bathroom, and either two double bedrooms or four single bedrooms. Each resident will be provided a a Twin XL mattress (39"x80"), desk (42"x24"x30") and chair, bed frame (84"x39"x37") and wardrobe (36"x24"x74"). You may want to also consider furnishings for your common area such as a couch or futon, footstools/ottomans and storage options. Coordinating with suitemates in advance is a smart idea. For room configuration see room plans.