Prior to Arrival

What to Pack

• School Supplies
• Clothing
• Daily Health Care Items
• Important Miscellaneous Items
• Other Conveniences
• Family Packing
• Sports and Recreational Items
• Pets
• What to Get When You Arrive

School Supplies:

1. Sturdy backpack – Something that can survive four months of hauling heavy textbooks around
2. Notebooks, pens, paper, hi-liters, 2-inch binders, colored pens and pencils (#2 for exams), index cards
3. Ear plugs – for studying and sleeping. These may also be purchased from the Student Bookstore
4. Day Planner
5. Personal Calculators with square root function. (Expensive calculators are unnecessary for undergraduate, graduate, veterinary or medical students)
6. Science students will need two white lab coats. Medical and Veterinary students will need lab coats or scrubs. These may be purchased at the bookstore, however if coming from outside of Grenada it is recommended that you purchase these before leaving home. This may be less expensive. Scrubs are more comfortable, however, medical students will need a lab coat for microbiology
7. Notebook computer and printer

Clothing:

Adequate wardrobe for four months of campus life. Washing machines are available on campus. For those coming from cold climates remember to pack light clothing (summer weight shirts, shorts, jeans, bathing suits).

1. Sandals, flip-flops, sneakers
2. Light raincoat/poncho and umbrella
3. Sweater/sweatshirt (air-conditioned lecture halls can be cold.)
4. Medical and Veterinary Students: A jacket/tie or a sundress/light dress for the White Coat Ceremony
5. Medical Students: Sundress/trousers to wear in clinical skills during visits to the outlying District Health Office
6. Do not bring overly formal clothing – you will live in casual summer clothing. On a side note, a fundraiser is held once each term at the Governor General’s residence, which students may attend if they wish. Dress is formal, and men are required to wear, if not a suit coat, at least a long-sleeved dress shirt and tie

Daily Health Care Items:

Students should be well equipped to handle minor medical problems. Common student complaints:

• Digestive irregularities
• Infections
• Sunburn
• Earaches
• Cuts, sprains, bruises
• Insect bites (mosquito)

Consider having the following:

1. A well-supplied first-aid kit
2. Band-aids, antiseptics and ace bandages
3. Sunscreens and insect repellents
4. Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate (Digestion and irregularity remedies)

For those coming from outside of Grenada:

1. For healthcare and vaccination requirements, see the Health Form.
2. Available prescription medications can vary from country to country. If you are on any medication, be sure to bring enough to last longer than your anticipated stay. The particular medication you require may not be available in Grenada.
3. Contraceptives are available through Family Planning in St. George’s, the True Blue Clinic or local pharmacies. However, particular brands and dosages of oral contraceptives are often limited. It is advisable to bring sufficient supply with you.
4. If there are over-the-counter products that you prefer, bring them with you. These particular items may not be available in Grenada, and may be less expensive if purchased at home.

Important Miscellaneous Items:

These items have been recommended by former students. Many of the items listed are very expensive on the island, therefore if you are traveling to Grenada and you have the space it is recommended that you bring these items with you.

1. Hangers and a laundry bag (many students use a duffel bag as both luggage and a laundry bag) – each dorm complex has its own laundry facilities.
2. Flashlight – Small “Mini-Mag” type flashlights are popular. Small battery run book lights are also a smart item to bring for the occasional power outages.
3. Batteries – consider bringing rechargeable batteries and a charger for both your flashlight and Walkman or other electronic equipment. They can save you money.
4. Power strip, surge protector
5. 1-2 pairs sunglasses
6. Large drinking cup and mug, bowl, silverware
7. Blanket, sheets and pillow for twin-size beds
8. Travel clock (wind-up or battery operated) –The current delivered through outlets in Grenada is different than that in the U.S., therefore plug-in clock radios made for the U.S. lose ten minutes per hour in Grenada.
9. Telephone – though you should bring one if you are planning to have one installed, installation is very time consuming and expensive. Most students now buy a cellular phone once they arrive in Grenada.
10. First-aid kit and nail clippers
11. Sewing kit (scissors, needle, thread, button, pins, etc.)
12. Prescription medicine (enough to last an entire term), vitamins, pain reliever, Pepto Bismol, cold and sinus medication, iron pills, Tylenol, etc.
13. Contact lens supplies or extra pair of eye glasses/prescription sunglasses
14. Water filter (such as Brita jug) and replacement filters (3 or 4)
15. Specific or preferred brands of toiletries/health and beauty aids such as razors*, shampoo etc.

*If traveling by air do not carry any sharp items, including nail clippers, or aerosol sprays in carry-on bags. They will be confiscated at the airport.

Other Conveniences:

1. Duct tape, scotch tape, and packing tape
2. Stapler
3. Desk lamp with replacement bulbs
4. Stationery, greeting cards, envelopes (self-adhesive is recommended as humidity can make envelopes stick shut).
5. Decorative items, posters (roll to prevent damage in transit)
6. Cookbooks, Novels and other reading material
7. Radio/Walkman/MP3 Player
8. Electric coffee pot, tea pot
9. Answering machine (However, voice mail is also available through the telephone company.)
10. Pots and pans – if you plan to cook
11. Collapsible cardboard boxes
12. Food storage containers and zip-lock bags for cereals and other items.

Family Packing:

1. As a rule, plan minimal amounts of light clothing. However, for health reasons, children should always wear shoes or sandals when outdoors.
2. For those traveling to Grenada, be sure to bring plenty of diapers. Although Pampers are available, they are expensive. Parents are encouraged to use cloth diapers.

Sports and Recreational Items:

1. Camera, underwater camera and film – For those new to Grenada, film is available on the island, though it may be less expensive if you bring film from home. Be sure to bring extra batteries for your camera as they may not be available on the island.
2. Games, hobbies, playing cards and handiwork
3. Tennis racket, softball, glove, football, Frisbee, volleyball, basketball, etc. If you have children, bring equipment for them as smaller sizes may not be conveniently available.
4. Athletic shoes, cleats etc. (Rollerblades are definitely not recommended. Bikes can also be dangerous on narrow, uneven roads.)
5. Snorkeling or diving equipment (or rent them at the local hotels)

Pets

Bringing dogs and cats to campus has been a very popular request amongst our students, and is relatively easy to do so as there is no quarantine period in Grenada.

However, returning home may present a problem if your home country does impose a quarantine period. The United States has no such requirement. All other entering students should investigate return requirements before bringing their pet(s) to Grenada

In order to avoid any unnecessary problems upon arrival, please make sure to return the forms to the Ministry of Agriculture promptly. Please follow all of the necessary steps required and return the forms by faxing them to (473) 440-4191.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the Ministry of Agriculture at (473) 440-2708/3386/3078.

Pet Procedures

What to Get When You Arrive:

1. Transformer – For those coming from the U.S., most U.S. items will not work or may even be damaged with the 220 wattage that is used in Grenada. These transformers are available at the mailroom or hardware store. This is not a concern on the True Blue Campus as all buildings have several outlets, providing for 110 and 220 usage.