Will he have a vehicle ….especially to store things in?
What is LEGAL in the dorm rooms……probably not the multitool nor the butane stove.
I’d think he would need some things that are not quite what they seem….or could be constructed if the scenario ever comes up.
For instance: One of those little stoves made from soda cans with holes all around the rim.
The fuel would have to be in cache somewhere he could reach. Multitool could be pre-positioned there too. Must be able to find/access in all seasons.
Definitely good hiking boots for very cold conditions and for better weather. Same with outerwear…rain, terrible cold [as you mentioned] and for traveling with heat.
Rolling backpack? [ I always advise: not brand new; not neon orange ]
The problem with food….young men will eat everything. LOL He’d have to leave it alone until/if he NEEDS it. 😉
OldMtWoman …off the top of my head. Wish him the best!