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College Student Emergency Kit: What I’d Bring If I Had to Be Prepared for Anything
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items When you move away from home, small problems feel big. I made this emergency kit list so I don’t have to panic over things I could’ve prepared for.
Sections
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🩹 Health Basics
🔌 Dorm Problem Solvers
Non Negotiables
🚿 Bathroom Survival
Safety and Emergency
🩹 Health Basics
Getting sick in a dorm hits differently. You do not want to walk to CVS at 10pm with a fever.
Dorm injuries are so random. Paper cuts, blisters, small burns from ramen accidents, I don’t want to text someone over something that takes a band-aid.
First Aid Only All-Purpose Emergency Kit - Home, Work, Travel, 260 Pieces
If I feel off, I want facts not anxiety. Having a thermometer keeps me from spiraling over “Do I have a fever or am I just tired?”
SUPTREE Non-Contact Digital Infrared Forehead Thermometer for Adult Body
Headaches during finals are real. I don’t want to walk to a store at night in the cold just because I didn’t prepare.
HealthA2Z® Ibuprofen 200mg | 500 Counts | Pain Relief | Body Aches | Headache | Arthritis | Cramps | Back Pain | Fever Reducer… (500 Count)
If I get sick or dehydrated, these are lifesavers. Especially during winter when you forget to drink water.
Liquid I.V.® Raspberry Melon Sugar-Free Hydration Multiplier® Powdered Electrolyte Drink Mix, 6 Count Packets
For period pain, back pain, or just freezing nights. This is comfort and emergency in one.
Sunbeam Heating Pad with Controller and 3 Heat Settings, 12" x 15" Blue Frost, 1 Count
🔌 Dorm Problem Solvers
Dorm outlets are NEVER where you need them. I already know this will save me daily frustration.
Power strip heavy duty high wattage 10ft long extension cords for indoor surge protector protection 1050J with usb Ports 8 AC outlet extender, 1250W,110-240V,Black - Walmart.com
Never be the 1% battery girl. If there’s a campus emergency or I’m out studying late, this is non-negotiable.
onn 10,000 mAh Portable Power Bank with Fast Charging Output (20W), Dual USB-C ports, USB port, LED Digital Display, Pink - Compatible with iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Samsung Galaxy, Note, Pixel & More
Power outages happen. Also walking back at night — peace of mind.
Ozark Trail Single Mini LED Flashlight, 50 Lumens, Handheld, 3 AAA Batteries, Teal - Walmart.com
If something breaks, I don’t want to wait days for help.
Hoey 39-Piece All-Purpose Household Tool Kit - Small Home Tool Set with Toolbox for DIY, Home, Garage, and Office - Walmart.com
Non Negotiables
Warmth and comfort during winter study nights. Also lowers the temptation to crank dorm heating.
Sunbeam Heated Throw Blanket Super Soft Microplush Oversize Merlot Plaid Faux Shearling 4 Heat Settings - Walmart.com
Shared air + flu season = I’d rather be proactive.
ALROCKET Air Purifier, with HEPA Filter for Home, Remove 99.9% Smoke Dust Allergies for 300 SQ.ft
Medicine, snacks, emergency food. It’s practical.
Auseo Mini Fridge, Portable Fridge Personal, 4 Liter/6 Cans Countertop, 120V AC/ 12V DC, Cooler and Warmer for Drink Office Dorm Bedroom Car, Black - Walmart.com
Sleep affects everything — mood, grades, immune system. This is an investment in performance.
BDEUS Extra Thick Mattress Topper, Cooling Mattress Pad Cover,Pillow Top Protector with 8-21 Inch Deep Pocket, Twin Size - Walmart.com
extra storage is always needed
Round Storage Ottoman Foot Rest Stool with Tray Velvet Sherpa Folding Storage Ottoman,Boucle Foot Rest for Living Room, Bedroom, Dorm - Walmart.com
Because someone will be loud. Always.
Flents Quiet Time® Soft Comfort Ear Plugs (NRR 33) (10 Pair)
Dorm roommates don’t share sleep schedules. I protect mine.
3D Sleep Mask for Men&Women, 2 Pack Contour Eye Masks for Sleep, Side Sleeping Mask for Men&Women, Blackout Eye Mask for Sleeping Eye Mask, Airplane Travel Essentials for Men, Meditation Black & Pink - Walmart.com
🚿 Bathroom Survival
Walking to communal bathrooms without one is chaos.
Siaomo Natural Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Tote Bag for College Dorm Essentials, Bathroom, Gym, Camp, Travel, Hanging Caddy Basket, Quick Dry Toiletry Bag (8-Pockets | Black) - Walmart.com
Non-negotiable. Dorm showers are not spa environments.
Comwarm Shower Shoes for Women Men, Quick Drying Non-Slip Bath Slide Shower Sandals with Drain Holes, Black - Walmart.com
Dries faster = less mildew smell.
Microfiber Workout Towels - Quick Dry, Highly Absorbing, Odor-Free, for Women & Men - Gym Sweat Sports Towel for Hot Yoga, Tennis, Running, Exercise, Working Out, Camping, Set of 5 Black - Walmart.com
Safety and Emergency
For passport, important papers, medical info. Being far from home means protecting documents matters more.
Fireproof Document Bag with Lock Fireproof Document Storage Case，ANUNU Water Resistant Money Bag Storage Pouch Organizer Case Home Office for Documents Files Money Cards Passport Valuables
Extra layer of security for peace of mind.
2-Pack Safety Wedge Door Stop Alarm Stopper Blocking Travel Home Security Alert 120db (Pack of 2)
Walking back late? I’d rather have it than need it.
Personal Alarm for Women,Max Strength Pepper spray Gel & Led Strobe Lights,Pepper Spray Combo for Women, 130dB Self Defence Keychain Alarm Pepper Spray Gel, Rechargeable, Gift for Women - Walmart.com