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  • Your Checklists for Living On Campus

    If you choose to live in one of Worcester State University’s residence halls—Chandler Village, Dowden Hall, Sheehan Hall, and Wasylean Hall—you can get ready to set up your room by referring to the following list what to bring. Pay close attention to our list of items you shouldn’t bring as well. We share both lists to ensure that moving into your room goes as smoothly as possible.

  • Suggested items that you SHOULD bring:
    • twin extra-long sheets
    • dry erase board
    • 3M command hooks
    • stereo (no subwoofers)
    • alarm clock
    • television (must contain a QAM tuner)
    • extra storage containers
    • laundry basket/bag
    • shower sandals
    • bathrobe
    • sewing kit
    • basket/bucket for toiletries
    • Energy Star mini refrigerator (3.2 cubic feet or less)
     
    • blankets & comforter
    • pillows & mattress pad
    • computer/printer
    • desk lamp
    • toiletries
    • school supplies for desk
    • clothes hangers
    • detergent & dryer sheets
    • wash cloths & towels
    • microwave
    • first-aid kit
    • dishes, cups, plates, bowls, utensils, pots, pans, etc. (especially for those assigned to Chandler Village & Wasylean Hall)
     
    Prohibited items that you CANNOT bring:
    • FLAMMABLE materials or liquids
    • upholstered furniture
    • electric blankets
    • cinderblocks
    • mercury thermometers
    • dart boards, darts, barbells
    • fog lamp, fog machine, black lights
    • heat-generating humidifiers & vaporizers
    • heating and cooking appliances like toaster ovens, hot plates, heating coils, rice cookers
    • satellite dish
     
    • halogen lamps
    • subwoofers
    • drums
    • space heater & air conditioners
    • string or rope lights (i.e. Christmas-tree lights)
    • refrigerators larger than 3.2 cubic feet
    • candles, incense, incendiary devices like fireworks 
    • weapons like firearms & ammunition, bows & arrows, martial arts devices, swords, knives, paintball items
     

     

  • Please note that each room is furnished with the following: bed(s), chair(s), desk(s), wardrobe(s) or built-in closet(s), and window shades. Residents in Dowden, Sheehan Hall, and Wasylean Hall also receive a 3-drawer dresser.

    You also will have access to a wi-fi connection using Worcester State University’s campus-wide wireless network.

    Check our list of frequently asked questions to help you get ready to live on campus and settle in once you’re here.

    Things to know before you arrive

    As a resident student, there are several important things you should know before you arrive. These tidbits will help you get acclimated to living in our residence halls, moving around our campus, and becoming part of our campus life.
     
  • Keys
    You will be issued a key when you arrive at your residence hall. You are responsible for your key at all times. Never loan out your key to a friend or roommate. If you lose your key, you must report it immediately to the Residence Life and Housing Office. We will order a “lock change” to ensure your and your roommates’ safety. You will be responsible for the replacement costs of new keys. When you check out of your room, you must return you key to a residence hall staff member.
    OneCard
    Your OneCard gives you access to your residence hall.
    Mail
    As a resident student, you’ll be assigned a mailbox. Mail should be addressed as follows:

    Student’s Name
    Box number
    486 Chandler Street
    Worcester, MA 01602-2597

    A note to parents: We know from experience that periodic cards and care packages from family and friends are especially important for our first-year students.
    Meals
    As a resident student, you must purchase a meal plan. If you have fewer than 90 course credits, you must purchase a full meal plan. Once you’ve committed to a meal plan, it is effective for the entire academic year. However, changes may be made within the first week of each semester. Visit the Chartwells website for meal plan details, a list of dining locations, daily menus, and more.
    Inspections
    To help you stay safe, we conduct apartment/bedroom inspections for health and fire hazards once a month. All fire equipment is checked at these times as well as common areas, etc. We give at least 24-hour advance notice. If a hazard or violation is found in your living area, you will receive written notification and a period of time in which to fix the problem(s) prior to re-inspection—usually within a few days. Students who fail to correct violations by the time of a re-inspection may face fines and/or judicial action.

    Residence Life and Housing personnel, other university personnel, or maintenance personnel authorized by the director of residence life and housing are authorized to enter students’ rooms. During vacation periods, personnel may enter at any time to make routine maintenance repairs and safety inspections to insure that the terms of the Residence Hall Occupancy License Agreement are being followed.

    The Worcester Fire Department also conducts routine inspections of the campus for fire violations. It’s important for you to know that violations of fire or health codes will result in disciplinary action.
    Employment
    Are you looking for a job on campus? If so, talk to us in the Residence Life and Housing Office about positions that we offer, which include Residence Life office staff, summer office staff, fitness center staff, and resident assistant.