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College Favs! Must haves you need for living on campus!
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Must have Stuff you need for your dorm room, studying and living on campus.
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Organizing
 
Dorm room
 
Study stuff
 
Bags

Organizing

 
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Well, how do they expect people do get their stuff in those tiny dressers, especially if you have to share. This is very useful when you just need extra room to store things.
roomtalk 5-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer Grey
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This is great for storage. It's all about finding a place for all your stuff.
Gray 90L Foldable Under Bed Storage Bag
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Organization is the my thing. I can't stand not knowing where my stuff is. This organizer is small enough for a dorm room and has enough spaces for all my things.
Desk Organizer with 3 Drawers for Office
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I feel like organization is key to my success. I need help with it badly. This is just another charm I use to get the grades.
Sooez 10 Pack Clear A4 File Folders with Label
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There's just not enough room for all my things. This is another helpful item for hanging my coats and purse.
TOPIA HANGER Over Door Wooden Hooks CT71N
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Dorm room

 
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Hopefully you won't have to walk down the hall to shower, but if you do, this is a must have. Don't leave your room without it.
Masirs Shower Caddy Mesh - 9 Pocket Portable Organizer
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Well, you know I'm going to need this when taking my laundry to be washed. I like pocket on the side for detergent. That's useful.
Handy Laundry Collapsible Mesh Hamper 14x14x24 Navy
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Well, I'm not sure how expect people to use just a couple of outlets in a dorm room. This surge protector is compact and it's a must.
YISHU 6Ft Power Strip, 8 Outlets & 4 USB
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This is just right lamp if you're reading in bed. It's all about not disturbing your roommates. It is so stinking cute too.
Neioaas Cute Cat LED Desk Lamp for Kids
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These bins are great for storing everything you can think of. I use them personally for keep my classes sorted. I need all the organization I can get.
Navy Blue Fabric Storage Bins, Set of 3
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I like this touch lamp for my desk too. It also has USB ports on it. This helps with not having all those wires everywhere.
Touch Table Lamp w/ USB A+C, AC Outlet, Dimmable LED
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Yep, you're going to need one. I usually just line them with Walmart bags. It's cheaper that way.
0.5 Gallon Tiny Countertop Trash Can, Black
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Just enough light at my desk to not disturb roommates. I like the sleek design too.
R RUCKERCO LED Desk Lamp, 3 Modes, USB
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Study stuff

 
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I just like the design on this filing system. It makes me happy. It also keeps me organized.
SKYDUE Expanding File Folder 5 Pockets Black
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This is such a good deal. Just $4. 😯 I use a lot of highlighters so this is a must have for studying.
Dabo & Shobo 24-Color Highlighters Set
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Use it for notes or to study with. It always helps me to write things down to learn them.
Five Star 8.5"x11" 1 Subject College Ruled Notebook Prom Pink 100 Pages
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Bags

 
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If you need to go exercise at the gym, this is a nice little bag for just the essentials.
adidas Ready Sackpack Drawstring Gym Bag
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Perfect for my laptop and books. It comes in lots of different colors too.
Puffer Work Tote for Women with Laptop Compartment
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I love this choice for a backpack and the color for sure. It really just makes me happy looking at it.
PUREVAVE 15 Inch Pink Laptop Backpack Women
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