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My 'That Girl' University Essential Recommendations- All The Things You'll Need
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items Being a full two years into University, I have a list of essentials that are game- changing life savers for university going girls. These are the staples that have quickly become my go-tos for staying organized and, most importantly, effortlessly put...
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Planners to Organize your Work
All the Bags You'll Need
University Essentials- Beauty Kit
Stationery- Pens, Notebooks, and More
All the Apps you'll Need
BONUS Essentials- The Ultimate That Girl Vibe
Planners to Organize your Work
staying organized has helped me a ton with bouts of overstimulation and overwhelm that occur with piling university work. Here are some planner ideas that worked for me and helped me stay on top of my university schedule!
this is the BEST physical planner on Etsy, it's super minimal making it easy to track your daily routine and stay on schedule.
Student Planner - Etsy
while i love physical planners (writing and crossing out tasks is the ultimate satisfaction) this Digital One is a MUST if you want all your stuff in one place. I might even recommend it over the physical satisfaction just because of how many templat...
Digital Student Planner UNDATED & DATED 2024-2025 Academic Planner, Digital College Planner, iPad Goodnotes Notability Noteshelf Samsung
as much as I love the Etsy physical planner for it's minimalist design, I also like some aesthetics in life, which is why i'm putting this up! this hearts planner is the cutest motivation to open it and start writing.
Hearts | Academic Planner
All the Bags You'll Need
bags? yes bag(s)! i also thought i needed just one bag and i'm done, but turns out the classic backpack isn't the only bag i needed in university. here's all the bags i recommend a girl going to university should buy for herself!
a simple large capacity backpack is obviously the first essential! i recommend solid colors like these since they're always in style, and there are even more colors to choose from, i personally love the Black!
New 2024 Large Capacity Backpack Ins Solid Color ...
tote bags are the new fashion, and these large capacity tote bags are everything! love them to switch up my style on some days.
Canvas Tote Bag, Messenger Bag School, Canvas Shoulder Bag With Zipper, Canvas Basic Bag, Crossbody Shoulder Bag, Large Pockets Washable
OMG! buying a mini wallet changed my life, i can't believe i started using these as late as i did! every single girl needs this!
Zipper Leather Wallet, Minimalist Women Wallet, Mini Womens Wallet, Personalized Womens Wallet, Gifts for Her
Girls, you need small bags like these, not only for your makup, but for emergency essentials you might need throughout the day! this is a MUST have!
Daily Makeup Pouch [4 Colors] Travel Toiletry Bag | Daily Zipper Pouch | Cosmetic Pouch | Essential Makeup Bag | Cozy Organizer Pouch
University Essentials- Beauty Kit
now obviously if you're a girl like me, you need to keep certain beauty products alongside you to stay fresh and put together all day long! i'm not a big on makeup girl but sunscreen, lotion, deodorant, and a few more essentials of the like, need to ...
first and foremost is a good hand cream, any will do honestly, i've used nivea for quite some time and it does the job so why not! you can use any other lotion/moisturizer that works for you but this simple one does the job for me!
NIVEA Smooth Hands & Cuticle Care Hand Cream - 2.6 oz
the reason i'm recommending this sunscreen over the others out there is because it's tinted too!! like i mentioned i'm not a big on makeup girl and this does the perfect two in one job for me!
Tinted Age Defense SPF 50 Face Sunscreen
a carry on deodorant is a must in this extreme summer heat! recommending this one because it smells super fresh, is the perfect size, and the cherry on top is it's affordable price!
Dove Advanced Care Travel Size Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray Cool Essentials Pro Ceramide Technology, 1 oz
having seen the worst of chapped lips, especially in early covid days with the masks, please take it from me that this is a MUST HAVE! never ever forget your lip balms girls! i couldn't find my favorite lip gloss's link, but this lip balm (in any fla...
Lip Balms - Burt's Bees
Stationery- Pens, Notebooks, and More
alright, this pouch is super space fitting as well as aesthetic and so it's the perfect pencil pouch choice for me! obv a must to keep your pens in, unless you want your pens ink leaking into your bag (yup that's happened to me too sadly)
Large Capacity Pencil Bag, Pen Case, Office, School Supply, Stationery Holder, Student Supply, Gift
you've probably seen all those pretty and aesthetic notes and wanted yours to look the same, that was me too! so to bring my notes aesthetics to life Midliners were a need, but hey if a simple ballpoint does the job for youn no problem! this is just ...
MILDLINER Dual-Tip Creative Highlighter - Zebra Pen
a good notebook is the best motivation to study and make notes, and ugh how cute are these pastel notebooks i found at walmart! stuff like this really makes me want to study!
Mintra Office (04693) Spiral Notebooks Pastel College Ruled 6 Pack (70 Sheets)
if those pastel notebooks weren't for you, these will do the job just as well! i do recommend buying more than one notebook early in the year, it's super stressful to run out of one during a lecture and not knowing where to take the rest of your note...
Spiral Notebooks Wide Ruled 12pc
now you could be buying a separate stapler, then some pens, then some paper clips, because these are all things you'll be needing but THIS super concise and affordable kit has it all, it's everything you'll need in your pouch at one place!
Office Essentials Set with Desk Organizers - 123 Pcs Stationery Kit, Includes Stapler, Paperclips, Highlighters, and More for Office and School Use
All the Apps you'll Need
staying motivated, staying consistent, taking notes, staying ahead, staying productive, everything's been made easier with technology! here are some apps that will really help you on your journey through university
one note is the best note taking app out there! it lets you draw, type, organize and so much more!
Microsoft OneNote | The digital note-taking app for your devices
notion is hands down the best app to organize everything and anything!
Notion: Your connected workspace for wiki, docs & projects
making to-do lists gives me clarity of mind and helps me with how overstimulating university can get sometimes, so this one is a MUST for people like me.
Todoist | A To-Do List to Organize Your Work & Life
forest is such a unique and valuable app. i'm the worst procrastinator and this app has been a huge help when i need to stay focused and keep my phone down.
Forest App
BONUS Essentials- The Ultimate That Girl Vibe
and as always (i'll try this section be included in each one of my lists), some bonus essentials that will level up the university vibe and have you really feeling put together!
your laptop will become your best friend in university, and you'll need to take care of it! simple and protective laptop sleeves like this one are perfect to do the job! p.s i'll be searching for the best laptop options for university students as wel...
LLAYOO 11-11.6 Inch Laptop Sleeve Protective Case Soft Carrying Computer Zipper Bag Cover Compatible with 11.6" MacBook Air for 11" Notebook Tablet Ultrabook Chromebook (Black)
i love this cute water bottle and it's one of my favorite things on this list! those reminders have helped me stay hydrated (atleast in uni they have!)
Motivational Water Bottle 32 oz with Straw & Time Marker, BPA Free & Leakproof Tritan Portable Reusable Fitness Sports Water Jug for Men Women & Kids, BLUE+PURPLE
this one's for anyone sending their siblings/children/friends off to college/university, the perfect gift, the perfect reminders! trust me we need these reminders more than you think.
COLLEGE SURVIVAL gift jar, child moving away gift, motivation for students, off to college gift, graduation gift Christian college student