It is required for all Summer Bridge participants to bring their Health Insurance ID Card. In addition, Summer Bridge participants will find the following items useful to bring or buy on arrival. Some of these supplies are available to purchase on campus at the University Bookstore.
Bedroom
- Bed linen: extra-long (XL) twin–size sheets and pillowcase(s)
- Pillow(s)
- Alarm clock
- Air freshener
Bathroom
- Tootbrush and toothpaste
- Soap
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Towels and washcloths
- Blow dryer
- Hairbrush or comb
- Flip flops (for shower)
Outdoors
- Umbrella & Raincoat (July downpours can be extreme!)
- Sunglasses
- Lip balm
- Water bottle
- Hat
Clothing (mostly casual)
- Shorts
- Jeans
- T-shirts
- At least two (2) semi-formal outfits
Academic
- Notepads
- Notebooks
- Pens
- Pencils
- Scientific calculator for calculus
Gym
During your stay, you will have access to Columbia's Dodge Physical Fitness Center. Dodge has a swimming pool, a running track, a four-wall squash court, several handball and basketball courts, a sauna, and a weight room.
- Bathing suit/swimming trunks
- Athletic wear
Please note: The ASP staff is not responsible for lost or stolen articles, and we strongly recommend that you leave your valuables (i.e. jewelry) at home. Please recognize that there is a shortage of storage facilities available and you will be responsible for getting your belongings home at the conclusion of the program.