Residential Life

What does Residential Life provide in my room?

• an "extra long" single bed, 36" X 80" mattress, and mattress protector
• a chest of drawers, a desk and chair
• draperies or blinds
• mirror - not in all rooms
• wastebasket
• wall or ceiling light
• telephone jack and computer hook-up
• Beginning with the 2008-2009 academic year, most student dorm rooms will be equipped with a Microfridge and personal safe

Are there things not provided, that I may want to bring?

• reading lamp
• bedspread, sheets, blankets, and pillow for "extra long" bed
• towels and wash cloths
• phone
• fans
• U.L. approved extension cord and surge protector
• Basic cleaning supplies

Are there items that I MAY NOT bring to the residence hall?

• No animals other than fish or crustaceans that live under water.
• Electrical appliances: halogen lamps, electric blankets, space heaters, heat lamps
• Flammable items: incense, candles, gasoline, propane, sterno, and hookahs
• Kitchen equipment of any kind: hot plates, broilers, large refrigerator, toaster ovens, heating coils, electric fring pans, microwave ovens, etc.
• Waterbeds and furniture lofts
• Weapons: guns, ammunition, pellet guns, air guns, smoke devices, bow and arrow, large knives, fireworks and firecrackers.

When can I ship my luggage or boxes to the College?

• Your boxes and luggage may be sent to arrive on or after August 23rd

Do I get to meet my roomate before I arrive in the fall?

• When you receive your room placement, you will also receive the name and phone number of your future roomate so that you may contact him or her to talk about your living arrangement, items you may be bringing to share, etc.

How will I get my keys?

• Room keys will be issued on opening day. You will go to your residence hall to check in with the hall staff. At that time you will also recieve an orientation packet, which will provide the information you need to maneuver your way through New Student Orientation.

If your questions are still not answered, please write or call:
The Office of Residential Life & Housing
The Colorado College 14 E. Cache La Poudre Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 389-6618 Reslife@Coloradocollege.edu