ALA Packing List

What should I bring to ALA?

Note: Summers in Indiana are generally hot and humid, and sometimes it can rain unexpectedly, so pack accordingly.

You will need to bring the following items for the week:

  • Toiletry items (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc)

  • Collared shirts (required at all seminars, breakouts and lectures)

  • Shorts (khaki & sport shorts)

  • Swim Trunks

  • Jeans / Khaki pants

  • Tennis shoes / closed toed shoes (for Acacia Olympics / Sports)

  • Coat and tie or suit (required for Initiation, Group photo, and Closing Banquet)

  • Dress shoes & socks

  • Acacia Badge (to wear during Initiation)

  • Chapter T-shirts (Bring some to swap with other chapters as well)

  • Notepad & pen to take notes

    • You may bring an iPad or Laptop for taking notes, if you’d like, but it is at your own risk

  • Any Acacia-related items that you think are relevant (i.e. Recruitment materials, forms, etc.)

  • Clothes and closed-toed shoes for the Acacia Olympics / Sports

Items Provided:

These items are very basic and limited. If you would like to bring your own, feel free to do so.

  • (2) Sheets

  • (1) Blanket

  • (2) Shower towels

  • (1) Wash cloth

  • Pillow and pillowcase*

*Note: If you are driving, bring your own pillow, as these items are limited and reserved for those that are flying to the event.