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College Student Ready
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items All of these things have saved me in one way or another and I recommend them to any college student! Some may say that a few of these items are embarrassing to carry or wear around but I say comfort over style 😩
A good umbrella is always a necessity. Nobody likes walking to class in the rain! I love this one because it’s large, so not only does it cover me but it covers my backpack as well
Tumella Umbrellas | Strong, Lightweight & Compact
Walking to class in the freezing cold is seriously no joke. I finally bought myself one of these headband ear warmers after suffering for three weeks and boy what a difference that made. I love getting to class and being able to feel my ears, plus th...
Headband Ear Warmer
Getting an iPad changed the game for me. It is a big investment but in my opinion so super worth it. I tell everybody I know who is about to go to college to get one of these. Bonus points if you get an Apple Pencil with it.
iPad
If you have an iPad please please please get a Goodnotes subscription. This is probably my favorite and most used tool in college.
Goodnotes
Get a planner!! College comes with so much change and so many more things to remember (exam dates, homework deadlines, that event you have for your organization you joined!), get a planner to make it 10x easier on yourself
Yearly Planner
A sturdy pair of tennis shoes is a must, you will be doing way more walking than you think. I love these New Balance ones, I’m on my third pair!
New Balance 574 - Men's, Women's, Kids' Shoes
Get. Noise. Cancelling. Headphones. This is an amazing purchase for deep study days. I love mine!
Sony WH-1000XM4 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones | Black
You always need a good notebook for paper notes. You never know- a professor may require something written on a piece of paper. My favorite ones to buy are these Five Star ones with built in folders (so it doubles as a notebook and folder 😛)
Notebooks | Five Star
Perfect for studying- put your phone away so you don’t get distracted and set this bad boy for 20 minutes at a time
Physical Timer
Getting your socks and shoes soaking wet and then having to sit in class for an hour isn’t fun (speaking from experience). Invest in some rain boots to wear in the pouring rain instead of your beloved new balances that you bought from my recommendati...
Rain Boots
Stanley, Owala, HydroJug, I don’t care. For the love of everything please get a good water bottle. It can be a lifesaver after long walks across campus- especially in the hot months
Insulated, Stainless Steel Tumblers