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By now, you must have received tons of advice on what to take with you from all and
sundry. This "tons of advice" will normally translate into "tons of luggage" and while you
may not be averse to the idea of performing the Herculean task of carrying it around
airports of the world, we doubt if your backbone or the airlines would look kindly on this
venture. Remember that if you are coming from outside the US, you are allowed only 2
pieces of luggage of specified weight and dimensions. Please check with your
particular airline for specific details. We hope that the forthcoming information will help
you pack light. Also be sure to stick address tags on either side of baggage. You can
use your contact address in the US if you have one, or you may use any of our
addresses listed in this website.
Keep your hand baggage in your possession all the time. Do not leave it unattended at
any time, especially at the changeover. Your hand baggage should contain the
following :
sundry. This "tons of advice" will normally translate into "tons of luggage" and while you
may not be averse to the idea of performing the Herculean task of carrying it around
airports of the world, we doubt if your backbone or the airlines would look kindly on this
venture. Remember that if you are coming from outside the US, you are allowed only 2
pieces of luggage of specified weight and dimensions. Please check with your
particular airline for specific details. We hope that the forthcoming information will help
you pack light. Also be sure to stick address tags on either side of baggage. You can
use your contact address in the US if you have one, or you may use any of our
addresses listed in this website.
Keep your hand baggage in your possession all the time. Do not leave it unattended at
any time, especially at the changeover. Your hand baggage should contain the
following :
- Passport, I-20 and Admission letter.
- At least two sets of clothing.
- Telephone / Address book.
- Cash / Traveler’s checks.
- Medication for air sickness if you need it.
- Our address and phone numbers, in case you need to contact us.
Luggage Information
The dress code on campus is pretty informal and a T-shirt worn with jeans is almost
a universal dress code for both sexes here. Formal dressing is mandatory
occasionally. You may, of course, want to bring along some Indian clothes (saris,
kurtas, etc) with you. We would also recommend that you get a pair of good leather
shoes, as they are fairly expensive here. In general the following list should suffice:
Also, remember that the laundry cycle is once in 15 days so get sufficient
clothes accordingly. You will have to buy the winter jacket from here,
since nothing available in India is good enough for this place. The
Oklahoma weather is unpredictable - it may be bright and sunny in the
morning and a thunderstorm may follow in the afternoon.
a universal dress code for both sexes here. Formal dressing is mandatory
occasionally. You may, of course, want to bring along some Indian clothes (saris,
kurtas, etc) with you. We would also recommend that you get a pair of good leather
shoes, as they are fairly expensive here. In general the following list should suffice:
- 4/5 pairs of jeans
- 10/12 T-shirts
- 1/2 pairs of formal trousers/shirts/saris/salwar kameez/etc
- A suit (recommended–you’ll need it when you are being
interviewed for your job) - At least 15 pairs of undergarments
- 1 pair of thermals ( available cheap here )
- At least 15 pairs of socks
- 1 pair leather shoes / 1 pair of leather chappals/ sandals for girls
- 3/4 pairs of informal shirts (Half Sleeve for Spring/Summer).
- 2 large towels, 2 small towels, 2/3 napkins
- 1 pair woolen gloves and a monkey cap (if u feel like it)
- An umbrella !!
- Fall Jacket / Windcheater
Also, remember that the laundry cycle is once in 15 days so get sufficient
clothes accordingly. You will have to buy the winter jacket from here,
since nothing available in India is good enough for this place. The
Oklahoma weather is unpredictable - it may be bright and sunny in the
morning and a thunderstorm may follow in the afternoon.
Clothing
There is an INDIAN GROCERY STORE in Stillwater. So don't go overboard stuffing your
bags with all possible spices. Exercise jurisdiction in what would be a reasonable
quantity of the items listed below for your style of cooking and pack accordingly.
Remember that the easiest way to make friends with seniors is to feed the
existing Indian food-starved populace with desi delicacies and sweets. So if
there are any specialties of your place, do get them along.
Note : Remember to seal and label all edible items properly.
bags with all possible spices. Exercise jurisdiction in what would be a reasonable
quantity of the items listed below for your style of cooking and pack accordingly.
- Pav Bhaji Masala
- Pulav Masala
- Garam Masala
- Pickles You Like
- Sambhar Masala
- Chole Masala
- Tea Powder / Coffee Powder
- Dhania
- Jeera
- Rye (Mustard Seeds)
- Chilli Powder
- Sambhar Podi
- Rasam Podi (Important, If It Is Your Staple Diet)
- Paruppu Podi
- For Non-Vegetarians Bring Meat Masalas
- Pappads/Applam
Remember that the easiest way to make friends with seniors is to feed the
existing Indian food-starved populace with desi delicacies and sweets. So if
there are any specialties of your place, do get them along.
Note : Remember to seal and label all edible items properly.
Edibles
A major temptation is to bring along all kinds of pots and pans. DON'T!!
All you should be getting with you is:
Almost everything else you can get here and it would be a sheer waste of
space packing in too many utensils.
All you should be getting with you is:
- 1 Pressure cooker (bring a large one if you plan to share
accommodation - at least 3 liters). - Spare accessories for the cooker (safety valves, gasket, whistle, etc
- very imp) - 1 non-stick ware frying pan and wooden stirrer spoons, forks,
- A sharp knife (Make sure you keep the knife in your check-in
baggage and not in your hand baggage), - Butter knife,
- Potato peeler
- Serving spoons (chamcha/karandi – at least two )
- A pair of kitchen tongs (pakkad/idiki)
- Deep frying pan (kadahi, preferably non - stick)
- 2 plates, Glass, Tea Cup
- Masala dabba (box)
- Cutting board ( for cutting vegetables )
Almost everything else you can get here and it would be a sheer waste of
space packing in too many utensils.
Cooking Accessories
Get the following for your first few days (or weeks if you want), but just
that much.
that much.
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Shaving kit
- Hair comb/brush
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Perfumes and Deodorants
- Ear buds
- Tooth floss.
- Coconut oil
- Nail cutter
- Cold Cream (essential in winter )
Personal Items
From past experience we advise you to be vaccinated against
Hepatitis B
MMR - Measles Mumps and Rubella
Tetanus
Chest X-ray unless you feel comfortable about paying through your teeth for
getting one (around $150 – 200 ). DO NOT FORGET TO FILL OUT THE
MEDICAL EXAMINATION use spectacles, get at least two spare sets as they
are really expensive out here FORM THAT YOU GOT ALONG WITH YOUR I-20.
(around $150 – 200 ). DO NOT FORGET TO FILL OUT THE MEDICAL
EXAMINATION FORM THAT YOU GOT ALONG WITH YOUR I-20.
Hepatitis B
MMR - Measles Mumps and Rubella
Tetanus
Chest X-ray unless you feel comfortable about paying through your teeth for
getting one (around $150 – 200 ). DO NOT FORGET TO FILL OUT THE
MEDICAL EXAMINATION use spectacles, get at least two spare sets as they
are really expensive out here FORM THAT YOU GOT ALONG WITH YOUR I-20.
(around $150 – 200 ). DO NOT FORGET TO FILL OUT THE MEDICAL
EXAMINATION FORM THAT YOU GOT ALONG WITH YOUR I-20.
Vaccinations & Health
Since this is a costly commodity here, at least in the initial days, when you are still converting everything to Indian
Rupees, you may want to get along at least 2 big notebooks/notepads, a set of dozen pens and pencils, eraser,
ruler, batteries, cello tape, stapler, staples, paper pins/clips, adhesives...
Do not get puncher or files from India as the file system in the U.S. is different ( 3 – hole system ). Also get a sturdy
backpack /
Music:
You may also want to bring along some cassettes and/or CDs of your favorite music as pre-recorded sub-
continental music of your choice may not necessarily be readily available. For all you know, these cassettes may turn
out to be your only source of cost-effective entertainment in your first year here!
What to keep at home:
There are certain things that you need to keep safely at home along with your parents. These are :
What not to bring with you:
Don't bring any Electrical Appliances with you! The voltage and frequency used here are different (110V/60Hz). And in
any case, appliances like iron, toasters etc. are very inexpensive and you can purchase them here.
Rupees, you may want to get along at least 2 big notebooks/notepads, a set of dozen pens and pencils, eraser,
ruler, batteries, cello tape, stapler, staples, paper pins/clips, adhesives...
Do not get puncher or files from India as the file system in the U.S. is different ( 3 – hole system ). Also get a sturdy
backpack /
Music:
You may also want to bring along some cassettes and/or CDs of your favorite music as pre-recorded sub-
continental music of your choice may not necessarily be readily available. For all you know, these cassettes may turn
out to be your only source of cost-effective entertainment in your first year here!
What to keep at home:
There are certain things that you need to keep safely at home along with your parents. These are :
- List of addresses at which information about you can be obtained.
- A copy of important documents ( passport, I-20, transcripts, admission letter)
- The numbers of your traveler’s checks and demand draft.
- A few blank signed papers in case your parents need them.
What not to bring with you:
Don't bring any Electrical Appliances with you! The voltage and frequency used here are different (110V/60Hz). And in
any case, appliances like iron, toasters etc. are very inexpensive and you can purchase them here.