What to bring to an interview

Today, a link for job-hunting: what to bring to an interview by Julia Philips for 4BN. Maybe it's not strictly library-related, but hey. I just graduated. This kind of article is good for me at least.

In summary:
1. Your ID. Social security card, driver's license and so on.
2. Copies of the resume. More than one copy.
3. References.
4. Original copies of official transcripts - academic credits, licenses, degrees, and so on.
5. Good attitude.

While Julia recommends resumes be on plain white paper, I personally think that colour printing, if available, shows you've gone an extra step in presenting yourself favourably.

I would also suggest a sixth item:
6. A pen.

People tend to forget pens. You might need a pen to take notes or jot things down; your interviewer might need a pen, too, if he or she forgot to bring one or their own pen doesn't work. Even if you don't write anything, having a pen out shows you are prepared. If you lend that pen for a rescue? Bonus points. In my opinion, anyway. PS: make sure your pen works.