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My College Essentials

There are so many things I use everyday in college: here's just a few

Samantha Kay Creager
Sep 12, 2016
Ashland University
18
My College Essentials
Samantha Creager

I may have only been at college for 2 weeks now, but there are quite a few things that I use frequently. Most of these items have been lifesavers, and I do not plan to stop using them any time soon. Here's a countdown of some of my favorite college essentials!

7. Microwaveable Popcorn Maker

If you didn't know, I am addicted to popcorn, so this is very essential! I got it on Amazon, and it was a great purchase. It allows me to make my favorite homemade popcorn without any trouble.

6. Planner/Agenda

Everyone needs a planner in college. Period. My planner is a lot bigger than most, and it is perfect because of how much space I have each day to write what I need to do or to see what events I have that day. I even color coded everything, so it's very organized!

5. Fan

Sadly, my dorm does not have air conditioning, so a fan is essential to surviving those 90 degree days!

4. Spotify

I have been listening to music so much more lately especially when I'm studying. I love Spotify mainly because you can create your own playlists or listen to someone else's.

3. Shower Caddy

This makes it so easy to carry everything to the shower that you need. Mine has a smaller caddy in itt you can remove, which is perfect for taking just a few things to the bathroom when you don't need everything in your shower caddy.

2. Water Bottle

This is very important when walking to class, or even when you just get really thirsty. I got a CamelBak water bottle, and I love it!

1. Deodorant and Body Spray

These are my favorite products to still smell decent when it's so hot outside. I highly recommend bringing extra of both these things. You will thank me later.

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