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First Semester of College Essentials
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items Your first semester at college can be kind of scary, especially if you have no idea what to bring. Here are some nonnegotiable items I always had that helped make college life easier.
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School Supplies
Dorm essentials
School Supplies
Hydration is very important especially when walking around campus. The Owala water bottle makes it very convenient to carry around and I never had any issues with it leaking. Also, the cute color combos are a plus!
Owala
It’s very easy to get overwhelmed with your college assignments. I like to carry a planner around with me and add all my important deadlines. This will help you stay on top of things in the long run.
Notebook Planner
Best highlighters that don’t smudge.
MILDLINER Dual-Tip Creative Highlighter
I’m a big believer of investing in a good quality item that will last and this calculator is one of those item. I’ve had mine since high school and it still comes in handy to this day. It’s also very nice to have for classes like college algebra.
Graphing Calculator
A requirement for most math based science classes like physics and chemistry. Most of the time those classes will not let you have any type of calculator with any fancy capabilities.
Scientific Calculator
Stay organized is very important in college. I like to place this somewhere that I always see that way I remember important events and deadlines more easily.
Wall Calendar
Favorite fine tip pens ever. They write very smoothly. Ink dries within seconds and have never really had any issues with smudging.
Pilot Precise V5 RT Retractable Rollerball Pens
Dorm essentials
Perfect for staying organized in smaller spaces. You can move around as necessary.
Rolling Cart
Perfect for studying, working on homework, and staying organized. I normally put it somewhere I see it everyday.
Whiteboard
Cute, affordable sheets that come in a variety a colors and patterns. I would recommend getting two because sometimes the communal washer and dryers are occupied at the dorms!
Twin/Twin XL Microfiber Sheet Set
Extension cord with surge protector is a must. This one will lay flat very nicely and allows you to keep all you electronics in one place. I normally kept this on my desk.
Extension Cord