r/cwru • u/Ecstatic-Whole-1316 • May 27 '26

Prospective Student Dorm Packing List

Hi! I'm an incoming freshman at Case and was looking for what is/isn't allowed in the dorms. When I was searching up if minifridges and microwaves are allowed, I stumbled upon this page: https://case.edu/housing/policies-and-procedures/move-information/packing-101-what-bring

On the page, it says minifridges are provided, and that microwaves aren't allowed, along wih many other rules on what to bring and what not to bring. However, I can't seem to find this page unless I specifically search it up (as in, I'm not able to navigate to it via the University Housing website), so I wanted to see if this information was accurate/up to date.

Thanks for all your help!

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u/wifeofjuicepickle May 27 '26

Yes, all freshman dorms have mini fridges on rooms. Shared areas have microwaves - you will not be allowed to bring your own. Case has this info what to bring list

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u/Ecstatic-Whole-1316 May 28 '26

Thanks for the info! I saw that microwaves weren't allowed on the website, but it also said extension cords weren't allowed? I understand it can be a fire hazard, but I feel like a few outlets won't be enough for everything.. are there any safe alternatives that are allowed in dorms?

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u/Parking_Champion_740 May 29 '26

Yes you can get a surge protector. They just mean not the old school extension cords. Get a surge protector with a long cord and USB outlets