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Survive and Thrive: College Edition

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Here are some dorm essentials that I have found myself using almost daily and things that have been lifesaving.
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Dorm

 
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I lofted my bed up to the highest setting, and getting up was so uncomfortable and hard, until I got my step ladder! I love it.
HillhutApex 3-Step Foldable Aluminum Ladder
 
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In the dorm, paper towels have been so helpful. I am 2.5 months in and have used almost an entire roll. If you spill water or food it is super handy to havve
Paper Towels
 
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I never thought I would need a lint roller in college but it was super handy to have when I went to a job fair.
Lint Roller
 
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I struggled to wake up to my phone alarm, and this helped. It was super bright, but that is adjustable. I dont look at it, except at night, so I have the level set to low
DreamSky Wooden Digital Alarm Clock with USB
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I use this for alarms, music, sleep sounds, weather updates. This is my holy grail now
Amazon Echo Dot (newest) - Alexa+ Speaker, Charcoal
 
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Dorms can be hot all year long, and having multiple people inside one room. The woozoo kept my roomate and I from overheating in the summer, and kept the air circulating in the winter.
Woozoo 5 Speed Oscillating Globe Fan
 
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This shelf for my woozoo made getting air to my bed great. The air was more at face level.
FanShelfie Adjustable Fan Holder for Dorm
 
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If your woried about storage space, then this is a simple solution. It helps your clothes stack a bit closer, freeing up space in the tiny dorm closets
Meafeng 4 Color Hangers Hooks 100pcs
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School Supplies

 
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For $1 per month, Goodnotes is worth it. I have a couple classes that do interactive power point slides, and the easiest way for me to fill it in is with Goodnotes.
Goodnotes
 
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I have used this to keep my assignments on track. This has been a great way to keep track.
Taja Weekly To Do List Notepad 52 Sheets
 
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This stationary has lasted me all year. Unlike in highschool, your pencils tend to stay with you. That being said, these highlighters are unbelieveable. I havent had them bleed though a single page all year.
52 PCS School Supplies Set with Pens & Highlighters
 
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I love my MacBook and it has been a great resource this year. In fact it is what I use to curate my lists.
13-inch MacBook Air
 
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I use my iPad for taking notes and it has been so beneficial. I love it.
iPad 11-inch (A16)

Bathroom

 
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I use this for my quick bathroom runs. If I head to the bathroom in the morning, then I bring this with facewash, toothpaste, and a toothbrush so I don't have to bring everything with me.
madesmart Portable Shower Caddy, Soap & Shampoo Organizer
 
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This is the shower bag I use. I am I able to fit massive bottles of shampoo in it with no issues and I havent had any drainage issues.
Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy with 8 Pockets - Portable Dorm Basket
 
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Best thing to keep your hair out of the drains, plus you dont have to touch it.
2 Pack Silicone Drain Hair Catcher Stopper