Dorm room audio

Firstly, I highly commend you for raising your Daughter to where she appreciates your records and music (and thus her Dad:) Barring a metal cage around the turntable, all will be vulnerable and delicate. A turntable will attract the boys.
For the first semester, I suggest a cheap TT, a case of dispensable records, and a case of Bear-grade pepper spray. :)

I would go with the following from Needle Doctor ...

Audio Technica LP 120 and Audio Engine A2 Combo for $548

or the same turntable that Needle Doctor has for $300 and the Emotiva 5S at $350

I like the idea of powered speakers because she can also use her laptop with them, as well.

Rich

Check out this site:
http://uturnaudio.com/turntables/

Michael Fremer gave them a good review.

a teen who doesn't listen exclusively to ear buds through her computer? amazing.