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Move-in for the class of 2029 is coming fast — do you know any Hokies packing for campus? Here’s what they can (and can’t) bring with them!

Download and print our check-off packing list, or access a video on what to pack for campus, to start the move-in journey strong.

Leave these Items at Home

Save some packing space and leave these items at home! The following items violate Virginia Tech housing policy.

All students will have a MicroFridge and a microwave provided in their room.

Students are not permitted to bring additional microwaves or refrigerators.

Students are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of these items in their room.

E-scooters and other transportation devices powered by lithium-ion batteries cannot be stored or charged on campus.

As a fire safety precaution and to remain compliant with university Policy 5005, these devices are not permitted inside any university buildings.

While they may be secured at outdoor bike racks, charging these devices on campus, whether indoors or outdoors, is also strictly prohibited.

Should any prohibited items be found within university buildings, the matter will be referred to Student Conduct for further action. If you have questions, learn more about Policy 5005.

Other items to leave at home include:

Any open-coiled appliance

Air conditioners

Candles

Electric blankets

Electric stoves

Grills

Plug-in air fresheners

Space heaters

Toasters

Ovens

Hot plates

Halogen lamps

This information is provided as part of the Campus Countdown summer giveaway for the class of 2029! Incoming Hokies can follow along with our interactive email series using their vt.edu email this summer to win Hokie merch and learn more about on-campus living.

View the move-in email archive, with move-in information sent to your Hokie, or click the links below for more information to share with the Hokies in your life: