Will I need to bring additional money?
Pocket money will provide for incidentals such as snacks, supplies, and miscellaneous purchases at the Campus Store. ATMs are available on campus. Unfortunately, personal checks cannot be cashed on campus.
What attire would be appropriate and what should I bring?
Dress will be informal. Be prepared for warm (occasionally hot) days. Nights are usually cooler and a sweater or light jacket may be needed.
Please note that your program may need you to bring specific items with you. When in doubt, check with the Faculty Director of your program (John Barr barr@ithaca.edu) before coming to see if there are any specific items you'll need.
Do I have to bring anything for my residence hall room, like bedding or snacks?
The College provides sheets, a blanket, and a small towel. You may want to bring an extra towel and your own pillow. You may also want to bring coat hangers, a reading lamp, and a fan (because our residence halls are not air-conditioned).
No appliances will be permitted in the residence hall room. All residence halls have coin-operated snack machines. Some residence halls may have lounges equipped with microwaves and refrigerators.
What else should I bring?
Since you'll be in an academic experience, you should think about bringing a blank notebook, pens, and pencils as well as a laptop or tablet (you'll be able to use Ithaca College's high-speed internet access while in residency). It is not necessary to bring a laptop or table in order to participate in all of the planned sessions - you will be using Ithaca College devices. If you choose bring a device you are responsible for the security of that device.
What if I need to bring prescription medication?
Upon arrival, prescription medications should be in there original bottle and will be taken, securely stored, and distributed by our Residential Life staff. When submitting your medical forms, please list all specific prescriptions or over-the-counter medications below, reasons for medication, and daily dosage. If any medications change prior to arriving at the program, please provide an updated list upon arrival. Also, please make sure that there is enough medication to last through the three-week residency as our staff cannot refill prescriptions.
What if my parents/guardians need to mail me something while I am in residency?
With such a short program, I don't think mailing will be necessary or advised (since things can take awhile to move through the college processing center) but if it is absolutely necessary, here is the proper address below:
[Insert Participant Name Here]
Tech Innovation Summer Academy
Ithaca College
953 Danby Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850