uni can be exhausting and getting through my first year with all the work has been hard enough! but there are some things which have made it worthwhile and has really made my studying time much easier and efficient. because we don't gatekeep here, i ...
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best pens out there. give your notes the slickest look! makes it super clear to read!
MUJI pens
best planner out there! makes my life and planning 10x easier!! must have for 2026
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i love color coding! from my notes to my planners and these are a must for that!
Highlighters in Markers and Highlighters(1000+)
sticky tabs are one of the most important items to have with you! and in my opinion transparent are better than colored ones as you can actually see the test and ur notes, a win-win!!
Transparent Sticky Tabs
a good pencil case helps you stay organised!
Pencil Cases: Office Products
electronics
a MUST if you are sharing a room, apt or any housing or even if you are going on a short trip with friends OR studying!!
Loop Earplugs: Your Life, Your Volume
some of the best noise canceling headphones on the market! makes my focus 10x greater
Sony Headphones which make everything better!
very helpful esp for living room or just a study space where the access to the outlet is difficult!
Extension cables
so so important!! gives you extra space for all your files, digital camera photos and much more! plus make you not worry about storage that much!!
USB Flash Drives / Data Storage
needed if you are going on an exchange year or a trip to the UK or Europe!!
International Power Adapters: Electronics
my phone battery is always dying and the same thing happens to all my friends which is why it is great to have this in case!!
Small Powerbank
must have for uni! makes note-taking and studying a thousand times easier and super lightweight. honestly dont even feel the need for a laptop anymore
iPad
a pc can make all the difference. if you are majoring in something more science related then this laptop is a must for you as it will last u the whole four years and even more and will meet all your requirements. studying cs, this has been a must!
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bag essentials
important all year around but esp at the start of the year with the winter dryness!
Summer Fridays - Lip Butter Balm
such an important thing that i always forget so it always a good idea to have an extra in my bag in case i forget it at home
Phone Chargers
a staple for your bag
Lip Balm
comes in handy when you need to hydrate your face or get you out of a slump!
