Apartments
Your space at Chamisa Village, Cervantes Village or Vista Del Monte provides all the basic furniture you will need. If you find you need something that you did not bring, you can always obtain it once you are in Las Cruces.
Recommended Items
- Alarm Clock
- Backpack
- Bedding/Linens
- Sheets: Full Size (Efficiency apartments are XL)
- Make sure to bring your Pillow(s)
- Cables to connect your computer as well as a TV cable
- Cell Phone (land lines are no longer provided)
- Computer/Printer
- Hangers
- Iron/Mini Ironing Board
- Laundry Basket and Detergent
- Plates, Bowls & Silverware
- Pots, Pans & Cooking Utensils
- Power Strip (multi-outlet with built in surge-protector)
- Towels/Washcloths
- Toiletries
- Trash can
- School Supplies (Notebooks, Pens, Pencils)
- Pictures of loved ones and/or Decorations
Optional Items
- Bicycle (if desired) with durable lock
- Microwave for Cervantes & Vista Del Monte (check with roommate if you have one to avoid duplication)
- Rug
- Quarters for Laundry (or use Aggie Cash)
- Television/DVD player/Entertainment or Gaming Systems
- Additional Wireless device (tablet, Nook etc.)
What Not to Bring
Items prohibited in NMSU housing facilities
Alcohol (if under 21)
Air conditioners
Burners or hot plates
Candles and incense
Ceiling Fans/Lights
Drugs
Electric heaters
Fireworks, Explosives, Unsafe Chemicals
Halogen lamps
Waterbeds
Pets (other than fish–10 gallon tank limit) (animals for disabilities should be registered with Student Accessibility Services)
Weapons or Toy Weapons (BB Guns, Nerf Guns, Hunter Bows, or Large Knives)