Weather Update

Due to the storm, Barnard College closed at 4pm Friday, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.  

Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information. 

The Barnard Library and Archives closed at 4pm Friday and will remain closed on Saturday, Feb. 9.  The Library will resume regular hours on Sunday opening at 10am.  

Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed.  The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open.  For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS. 

3:12 PM 02/08/2013

What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)

For Your Room

BRING THESE!
Surge Protector w/ flat wall plug
Please bring only surge protectors/suppressors like the one pictured above, which has a flat plug that lies flush against the outlet, allowing the cord to hug the wall as it approaches the floor.
CFL Bulbs
If you bring a lamp, we strongly encourage you to use CFL light bulbs like the ones pictured above. These light bulbs are energy-efficient and leave a small carbon footprint (Halogen bulbs are *not* allowed).
  • Air purifier (if you are prone to allergies)
  • Alarm clock
  • Blanket, comforter, extra long twin sheets, pillow(s)
  • Camera
  • Cleaning supplies (broom and dustpan, glass cleaner, sponges, small trash bags)
  • Clothes hangers
  • First aid kit, flashlight, sewing kit
  • Lamps (we recommend a three-spotlight floor lamp; no halogen lamps are permitted)
  • Pictures, plants, posters, decorations, area rug
  • Small cube refrigerator (or rent one from Collegiate Storage & Rental)
  • Small desk-top fan (window fans are not permitted)
  • Storage crates
  • Surge protector power strip (regular extension cords are not permitted)
  • Umbrella, raincoat, boots, winter coat
  • Waste basket
  • American power adapters (if bringing appliances from other countries)

For College Life

  • ALL BARNARD correspondence you received over the summer
  • Address book, envelopes, stationery, stamps
  • Appointment book, calendar
  • Book bag or knapsack
  • Computer, laptop, printer, USB drive
  • Desk supplies: pens, pencils, eraser, glue, scissors, highlighters, notebooks, tape, thumbtacks, stapler

For Personal Needs

  • Blow dryer and hair products
  • Laundry bag, detergent, iron, small ironing board
  • Personal care products
  • Shower caddy
  • Towels, washcloths, shower shoes

What to Leave at Home

DON'T BRING THESE!
Extension Cord
Extension cords are prohibited in the residence halls because they are a fire hazard. You may only use surge protectors like the one pictured at the top of page.		 Halogen Lamp
Halogen-bulb lamps are not allowed, as they are a fire hazard and prohibited in the residence halls. While we encourage you to use CFL light bulbs, you may bring any lamp that uses a regular light bulb.
  • All of your books and notes from high school
  • Air conditioner or window style fan
  • Blue or Yellow “sticky putty” or double sided tape for hanging posters (we recommend blue painter's tape)
  • "Removable" wallpaper or wall decals (they do not remove as easy as promised and damage the paint on the wall)
  • Candles (even dewicked ones) or incense (they are fire hazards and NOT permitted)
  • Cinder blocks
  • Extra furniture
  • Halogen lamps (they are fire hazards and NOT permitted)
  • Microwave oven, hot plate, open coil heater, toaster oven, or toaster (they are fire hazards and NOT permitted)
  • Ethernet cords (except CG and 110th St); most of campus has WiFi
  • Pets (only fish in a 5-gallon or less tank are permitted)
  • Quarters (the laundry machines use a card, not change)
  • Your entire wardrobe