Care Packages

A care package sent at strategic times during a semester can definitely brighten the day of your college student, although sending a care package at any time will surely be greatly appreciated!  Good times for care packages from home:

  • After the first week of classes
  • Right before the fourth week of classes (often the first round of exams)
  • Right before midterm examination period (usually in October in the fall and in March in the spring)
  • Right before finals week

Here are some suggested items:

Food/Snacks: Personal Items:
  • Cookies
  • Candy
  • Granola Bars
  • Chocolate
  • Crackers
  • Microwave Popcorn
  • Bottled Beverages
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toothpaste/Toothbrush
  • Toilet Paper
  • Laundry Detergent
  • Dryer Sheets
Supplies: Other Items:
  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Folders
  • Index Cards
  • Paper/Notebooks
  • Highlighters
  • Playing Cards
  • Crossword Puzzles
  • Coloring Book & Crayons
  • Pictures
  • Letters
  • Newspaper clippings from home
  • Notes from younger siblings

If packing and mailing goodies is not your thing, consider ordering a Flyer Fun Bucket. 
Dining Services sells themed care packages called Fun Buckets filled with special treats to enjoy. 
To view the options and the prices see http://community.udayton.edu/finadmin/dining_services/latest_news.php. For ordering information, please contact the catering office at 937-229-2216.