Residential Hall
Housing assignment - TBD
In the past, Mathworks has been assigned to Retama Hall. Do not mail packages directly to the dorm.
Mailing Address
[Participant's Name]
c/o Mathworks, ASB South 110
601 University Dr.
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 78666
Packing List
Clothing: Warm weather clothing will be appropriate for most occasions. Central Texas is hot in the summer - the average daily high temperature is 95 degrees fahrenheit in the summer months! Warm weather clothing; includes casual and sportswear, such as shorts, swimsuits, cut-offs, and sneakers or hiking shoes for the weekend field trips. Some people also enjoy wearing a sweater in air-conditioned buildings. Finally, an umbrella or other rain gear may prove helpful in the event of rain. Note: Please bring non-marking athletics shoes for use in the University's Student Recreation Center. Please also bring at least one set of formal/semi-formal wear.
Laundry: laundry machines are available in the Texas State University residence halls. Please use high-efficiency (HE) detergent.
Rooms: We are staying in a dormitory on campus. Separate sides/floors of the dorm are provided for male and female students. The dorm is air-conditioned, complete with a lounge suitable for relaxing and small-group discussions, a small recreation area, and study rooms on the first floor. Camp counselors and students will be provided with access cards and room keys. There is a $50 charge for a lost key or access card. Students should bring their own ethernet cords for Internet access within dorm rooms.
Personal Items:
- Clothing (both casual and sports wear)
- One set of formal wear (dress clothes)
- Hoody/sweatshirt/jacket (buildings are air-conditioned)
- Swimwear
- Umbrella/raincoat
- Backpack
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Laundry detergent (high-efficiency HE detergent)
- Dryer sheets for laundry
- Toiletries/personal hygiene items
- Clothes hangers
- Bath towel
- Shower sandals
- Alarm clock
- Sunscreen lotion
- Reusable water bottle
- Bed Sheets (Extra Long Twin size)
- Pillow
- Blanket
- Laptop (optional)
- Ethernet cable for laptop (optional)
- Desk lamp
- Power strip/surge protector
- Laundry basket/laundry bag
- Shower tote/caddy
- Personal medications (in Ziplock bag with name label)
- Copy of medical insurance card
- Combination lock (secure valuables in cabinet in dorm room)