A 3-ring binder (at least 1-inch) with labeled dividers and plenty of loose leaf paper (college rule)
Writing instruments (pencils, blue or black pens are acceptable)
A spiral notebook labeled "Journal"
Required Reading: The Lanahan Readings in the American Polity (You may purchase, or rent your book from Amazon.com-- or any other website, if you rent from Amazon, you will need it for the entire year, and therefore must rent TWICE)