Packing List

What to Pack Carry-On Luggage  Identification papers and important documents: Passport & sealed envelope from the U.S. Embassy, DS 2019, itinerary   Any and all electronic devices (laptops, cameras, cell phones, etc)   A list of names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of your key contacts in the U.S. and in your home country   All prescription medicine and medical prescriptions written out by your doctor and/or pharmacist with English-language equivalences. If your medication is in liquid or gel form, please be sure to put it into a clear, re-sealable 1 quart– sized plastic bag.   Two days worth of clothing in case your luggage is delayed   Pocket money (U.S. dollars) – in case you want to buy snacks while waiting for your flight.  Check-in Suitcases/Luggage Required    A jacket or coat, warm hat, gloves, scarf, and clothing that can be layered. If you do not have a warm jacket to wear outdoors, NIU has some jackets available for temporary loan to foreign students. Loaner jackets are warm and clean although they are not fashionable. </li>  One businesslike ensemble to wear during presentations and meetings. While in Washington, DC there will be at least 1 day where dressing neatly (school uniform level or nicer) will be required. </li>  One very casual outfit that can become wet and/or dirty for field trips and service project participation. </li>  Attire (one outfit) representative of your region or province that you are going to wear for festive occasions. Also, items that you might need for a cultural presentation during family picnic, cultural night and the library visit. </li>  Everyday clothing: casual clothes (clothing suitable for cool temperatures, blouses/shirts, a sweater, T-shirts, jeans/khakis, gym/tennis/trainers or comfortable shoes)   </li>  Toiletries, moisturizer   </li>  Liquids or gels that are in containers no larger than 3 oz. It is advised that you put these materials in re-sealable plastic bags/Ziplock because the air pressure in the luggage compartment of the plane sometimes causes the liquids/gels to leak, open, or explode   </li></ul> Suggested

 Pictures of your family, home and community to share with your new friends and host family. </li>  An extra pair of glasses (if needed)     </li>  Souvenirs from your home area to share with your host family and new friends     </li>  A camera so you will have photos of your wonderful experience in the United States     </li></ul> '' You do NOT need to bring towels or bed linens as these will be provided for you by the hotels and your host family. ''