College students it’s about that time. We only have a few days left before school starts back. Are you prepared? Have you started school shopping? Skim this list to find out if you’re missing any key items that will help your semester become a breeze...
Sections
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Note taking
Calculating
Organizing
Office needs
Electronics
Backpacks
Note taking
For electives I’d recommend a composition book it’s less paper and can be reused if you don’t use all the sheets during the semester
Mead Composition Notebook 3 Pack, Wide Ruled
I’m still a fan of mechanical pencils. Bic is my go to brand. They can last me through several semesters.
BIC Xtra-Precision Mechanical Pencils, Fine Point (0.5mm), 144-Count
Pens for organization with color coding important take aways
Gel Pens
Stick notes for organization
Sticky Notes
Highlighters are essential for good notes
Highlighters
If you write in ink and make a mistake just use this white out to erase the mistake
Wite-Out
5 subject is always best for core classes. There’s a lot of concept to cover and you want to get as many notes down as possible.
Five Star 5-Subject Spiral Notebook, College Ruled
Calculating
High level math courses require a Texas instrument calculator. Check with your professor prior to purchasing.
TI Products | Calculators and Technology | Texas Instruments
For basic calculations
Pocket Calculator
Organizing
If you have multiple classes a binder will help you keep your loose paperwork organized
Binder
Dividers helps separate notes and class material
Best Binder Index Dividers
Great for organizing
Deep Sea Diver Expanding File Folder 6 Pockets
Note taker needs paper!
Notebook Paper in Paper(1000+)
After printing pages you’ll need this hole puncher to add them in your binder
Hole Punch
Keep all markers, pens and highlighters in here!
Pencil Pouch
Office needs
Stapler pages together to stay organized for each section
Stapler
Scotch tape is my favorite brand of tape
Scotch™ Brand Tapes | 3M United States
Can be used instead of a staple
Paper Clips
Safety scissors
School Scissors for Students (Ages 12+)
Rulers because even at my age I can’t draw a straight line lol
Classroom Rulers
Electronics
A MacBook can be a beneficial tool for students due to its reliability, user-friendly interface, and strong security features.
Mac
An iPad can be a beneficial tool for school due to its portability, intuitive interface, and ability to support various learning styles.
