Packing recommendations for international students
Travel documents: Be sure to make copies of items in case of lost luggage or bags.
? Passport and visa
? I-20 or DS-2019
? uedbet体育官网 admission acceptance eocuments
? Personal ID
? Health insurance cards/document(s)
? Travel insurance information
? Travel and reservations itineraries
? Transportation tickets
? Emergency contacts and important addresses for home country and uedbet体育官网.
Travel bags: Make sure you have bags that are easy to travel with (not too heavy or broken).
? Backpack
? Handbag
? Wheel bags
? Travel pillow
? Earplugs
Medicine: If you have a certain prescription for a medical condition, please bring your medicine with you.
? Prescribed medicine from medical professional
? Allergy medicine
? Contact prescription/solution
Country/home memorabilia: Something to remind you from home when the homesickness kicks in. And items to display during international events on campus.
? Traditional attires
? Pictures
? Tea/coffee
? Soft toys
? Décor
? Spices
Electronic converter/adaptors: So that you can charge or use your electronics with your American products with the right outlet.
? Outlet adapter
? Laptop
? Earphones
? Charger
? Speaker
Clothes: Rock Island has four distinct seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall. Summer temperature averages 29°C or 84°F. And winter temperatures can reach well below 0°C or 32°F. A warm and thick coat, gloves/mitten, boots, hat, and scarf will be needed.
? Underwear
? Socks
? Pants
? Shorts
? Pajamas
? Shoes
? Sunglasses/glasses
? Hat
? Swimsuit
? Jewelry
Toiletries: Certain brands or kinds products you would not find in the USA.
? Wash towels
? Bath towels
? Face wash
? Face cream
? Perfume
Finances: You will have additional expenses on arrival. Be sure to have some cash on hand.
? Cash and credit card(s