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Grad School Survival Kit
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items Grad school is a marathon, not a sprint, and your environment is your fuel. 🎓 I curated this list based on the items that actually kept me sane during late-night thesis sessions and back-to-back seminars. From ergonomic hacks that save your wrists t...
Sections
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Tech
Sleep Soundly
Bags
Misc.
Home Office Essentials
Tech
Whether you’re in a cramped dorm or a home office, these are the tech tools that transform any surface into a workspace. I prioritized items that are lightweight, portable, and help you maintain that professional look on camera. 💻✨
Genuinely the best noise cancelling headphones I’ve ever had. A must have if you have kids or roommates.
Soundcore Q20i ANC Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Keep your camera at the perfect height during zoom meetings and avoid an unflattering angle on zoom.
BESIGN LS03 Aluminum Ergonomic Laptop Stand
Phone or tablet stand to keep your device at the perfect height during meetings.
OMOTON Adjustable Tablet Stand T2, Silver
This lightweight monitor a lifesaver especially if you’re limited on space in a dorm or apartment. Easy to setup and absolutely worth the money.
ARZOPA 15.6'' FHD Portable Monitor USB C HDMI
Must have for working on the couch or in bed. Phone holder slot and wrist support bar make this perfect for limited work space.
HUANUO Portable Lap Desk w/ Pillow, Fits 15.6" Laptop
This padded laptop case provides the perfect protection for your laptop no matter where the day takes you. Storage pocket is ideal for phone, charger, or mouse.
MOSISO 13.3" Laptop Sleeve w/Pocket Purple
Sleep Soundly
You cannot crush your academic goals on three hours of shaky sleep. 💤 This section is dedicated to the "recovery" side of grad school—blocking out the world and supporting your nervous system so you can wake up ready to go again.
Prioritizing sleep is vital for feel in your best. Support healthy sleep from the first day or the semester.
NaturaLife Labs Organic Ashwagandha 2100mg
Sleep support is critical for fueling academic performance. Tune out the world for a better nigh sleep.
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs – Reusable 24dB Noise Reduction
This wearable ice pack is a complete game-changer for managing the inevitable tension headaches and migraines that come with long nights of academic stress. The 360-degree form-fitting design provides soothing cold compression exactly where you need ...
ONLYCARE Odorless Migraine Relief Cap
These are a total lifesaver for those inevitable late-night research sessions when you're staring at a screen for hours on end. They filter out the harsh blue light from your laptop and phone that usually causes eye strain and that "wired but tired" ...
IBOANN Blue Light Glasses Women 3-Pack
The best free resource for quietening a racing brain. There's a free and paid version and the free versions has tons of choices🧘♀️💤
Insight Timer — #1 Free Meditation App
Bags
From the classroom to professional networking events, your bag needs to work as hard as you do. 🎒 I chose these for their organization, laptop protection, and the fact that they don’t scream 'college freshman' when you’re heading to an internship or...
This backpack is the ideal amount of storage while staying light and fits snugly to your body.
The North Face Borealis Commuter Laptop Backpack
Ideal for professional events or as a daily work bag. This bag has every compartment you could possibly need including 2 cupholders and a laptop sleeve. It fits everything!
LOVEVOOK Vintage Laptop Bag 15.6 inch Tote
This is the ultimate "carry-everything" bag for when you basically live on campus. 🎒 The 17-inch version is absolutely massive, but it doesn’t look like a bulky camping pack; it’s sleek and professional. It features 22 different pockets and 4 main c...
LOVEVOOK Leather Laptop Backpack 18 inch USB
This backpack is the professional on the run. Includes traditional backpack straps and an additional shoulder strap for versitility. Ideal for days when all you need is an ipad or tablet.
CLUCI Leather Travel Backpack Purse Women
Misc.
Always look poised and professional with this leather folio. Includes slots for papers, notes, and pens.
Leather Document Clip Board, Folio
Home Office Essentials
Your body will thank you for these. 🖱️ Keyboard 'thocks' for productivity, vertical mice for wrist health, and memory foam pads—this section is all about making those 8-hour study stretches as comfortable as possible.
This ergonomic mouse is a lifesaver for late night study sessions.
MEETION Wireless Ergonomic Vertical Mouse RGB
Lightweight, portable bluetooth mouse that's ideal to keep in your backpack or work bag or anywhere else on the go.
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Wireless Mouse Rose
Select from a variety of colors and patterns to customize your study space. Protect your wrists with cushony support at all hours.
ITNRSIIET Ergonomic Memory Foam Mouse Pad
This mechanical keyboard will scratch your brain with the perfect little thocky keyboard sound. Incredibly satisfying and keeps your productive.
AULA F99 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard BT5.0