Q. What are some dorm room shopping tips? A. The best way to start dorm shopping is to make lists. First, list of all the essential items your student will need for their first year, such as twin-size XL sheets, blankets, and pillows for their bed; clothing for the fall season; and toiletries and shower supplies. Tip: A lot of students bring shower shoes and caddies for the shared bathroom space. Next, move on to the decorations your student wants for their dorm. Throw pillows, wall posters, fairy lights and pictures of family and friends are some popular decorations. Remember to keep track of everything you buy. It can help a lot when doing your last-minute shopping and to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything when unloading at UVA in August. The UVA Bookstore offers value packs for parents wanting to save on dorm linens through the Cav Program website. Q. What furniture is essential for the dorm? Do I need to buy a headboard for the bed? A. All UVA undergraduate housing is furnished, so there’s no need to bring any extra furniture to Grounds. The rooms have a bed that can be lofted, a mattress, a desk, a
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