Things to Pack:

• Laptop computer and charger (strongly recommended). If you are not able to bring a laptop please let us know as soon as possible.

• Cell Phone (strongly recommended). We need to be able to contact students 24/7.

• Spending money (or ATM card). You might want some money for the free day on the weekend, or to buy snacks or non-cafeteria food if you so desire.

• Athletic shoes (for walking around campus)

• Sweatshirt/light jacket (it does get cool at night)

• Personal care and toiletry items

• Unlined paper (for flowing)

• Pens

• Water bottle

• Sunscreen

• Bed linens (only needed for LA I)

• Handsoap (only needed for LA II)

Do NOT Pack:

• Dress/formal attire. Do not bring tournament clothes to camp. We want you to be comfortable at all times.

• Illegal substances, cigarettes, etc.

• Water guns/balloons and other items that lead to shenanigans. VBI reserves the right to confiscate such items.

• Peanuts or snacks that contain peanuts

Optional Items:

• Laundry detergent. Students will have access to laundry facilities.

• Umbrella (recommended for Philadelphia location).

• Flip flops or sandals (for showers)

• Additional linens. Swarthmore and UCLA will provide a basic linen package (pillow, sheets, blanket, towel), but students may bring additional items to make them more comfortable. Note: Linens are not provided by Loyola Marymount University, our hosts at LA I.

Medications:

Students can either self-administer/store prescriptions or they can be stored in the VBI office. We do have a refrigerator available, if necessary. If a student will be bringing medication(s), then parents should indicate on the medical form how the medication(s) ought to be stored.