What to Bring It is useful to carry some U.S. coins and small bills when traveling. The coins are useful for telephones, baggage lockers, and tips. Students should plan to bring or buy in Tuscaloosa items such as pillows, blankets, sheets, and towels since they are not provided by the dormitory. A shopping trip is scheduled the day students check into their dormitories so that students may buy these items if they do not bring them. Tuscaloosa has a warm, temperate climate.
Lightweight clothing is needed for summer.
Sweaters and jackets are sometimes needed for fall and spring, and heavy coats are occasionally needed for winter. Students can receive mail through the ELI's mailing address, until they have found permanent housing. Immunizations Most countries require travelers to have immunizations. Students should ask an officer at the U.S. Consul which immunizations are required. Remember that some immunizations take several weeks to complete.