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Starting University? Little Things You’ll Actually Use
21 items
By
Shazmina Khan
Not another giant college checklist. Just the small things that make university days a little easier, more organized and less chaotic. 🤍
Sections
5
Getting Out the Door
Study Days
The “My Battery Is Dying” Kit
Things I’d Keep in My Backpack
For the “I Wasn't Prepared” Moments
Getting Out the Door
The little things I’d want ready before rushing out for class.
For the days when my backpack suddenly isn't big enough. 😂
Foldable Tote Bags - Durable & Space-Saving Storage ...
Because buying a drink every time I’m thirsty adds up quickly.
Double-Wall Insulated 800 ml Water Bottle
The kind of thing you forget about until the weather suddenly changes.
Umbrella Unisex ProFilter Micro Lightweight
One little place for all the tiny things that usually disappear in my bag.
Travel Size Pouch Set for Makeup and Travel Essentials
For the “how did I get that on my shirt?” moments. 😂
Tide To Go Mini Instant Laundry Stain Remover Pen, 0.11 fl oz
Study Days
Small desk helpers that make long study sessions a little less chaotic.
Gets the screen up a little higher without taking over the desk.
Laptop & Monitor Stands
Because holding a book open while trying to write is unnecessarily annoying.
Page Holder
For the thoughts I absolutely don't want to forget five minutes later.
Staples Sticky Notes
Because apparently everything becomes more important once I highlight it. 😂
MILDLINER Dual-Tip Creative Highlighter
Helpful when I tell myself I'll study for 25 minutes and somehow disappear for an hour.
Alarm Clocks - Analog & Digital Bedside Clocks
The “My Battery Is Dying” Kit
Because 8% battery always happens when you actually need your phone.
Probably one of the first things I'd put in my university bag.
Anker Power Bank, 10000mAh Portable Charger
Less cable to untangle, less cable taking over the bag.
Short USB Type C Cable,Portable
Because charging cables somehow become one giant knot.
Cable Organizer Clips, Adhesive Cable Management
One small charger is much easier to carry around.
USB-C & Type-C Chargers – Power Up Fast - Ugreen
So my earbuds don't end up loose at the bottom of my bag.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Case | Earbuds Covers
Things I’d Keep in My Backpack
The boring little things that suddenly become VERY important.
Because my laptop is probably going to spend a LOT of time in this bag.
Laptop case, patterned IKEA
For keeping notes, forms and handouts from getting folded into oblivion.
Folders & Filing
Enough room for the pens I actually use without carrying a whole stationery shop.
Pen & Pencil Cases | MUJI USA
Bringing something from home can save both money and the “what am I eating?” decision.
Reusable Box | Lunch Bags & Containers
Not exciting, but definitely one of those things I like having.
Hand Sanitizers
For the “I Wasn't Prepared” Moments
Because university has a talent for creating very specific little emergencies.
Tiny, but I'd rather have them and not need them.
Travel Sewing Kit ‐ Mini
