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Back To College: Ten Essentials You Need!

7. Earplugs Are A MUST!

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Back To College: Ten Essentials You Need!
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Back to school season is here! Whether your a college student or a high school student. Back to school is all fun until you actually have to do the work. For some classes, assignments start the day before or the day of classes. For some back to school is a time to reflect on methods of coping, studying and goal setting that worked the previous year, For others it is a time to start fresh and just do the best one can do. However, where ever you stand in the spectrum, it can never hurt to know about ten essentials that you need to invest in and be successful this upcoming semester!

1. Planner!

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A planner is an absolute neccesitiy when it comes to college! With a planner, you will never miss a deadline and always be grinding!

2. A Laptop!

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A laptop can save you from hand aches, and it also is the fastest way to get down all the notes. Some might argue this isn't the most effective way to learn, but its the most convenient way!

3. USB- Saves lives!

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Ever encounter a moment where you accidentally deleted a file that was important? Perhaps due in the next hour? Well, a USB can save your life. Always save your work to a USB, even if you think you won't be needing the assignment anymore.

4.  Yeah, You Still Need Pencils!

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In college either your so used to taking notes on a laptop or by hand with a pen. You think you wouldn't be needing pencils. However, always pack a couple in case of a final, or a test. Don't be that person who goes around asking for one!

5. Chargers will save you!

Never, never leave the house without your chargers. Not everyone needs to learn the hard way! So do yourself a favor and always pack up your chargers!

6.  Water Bottle

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Don't go dehydrated! On-campus the thing you need most is water! Water has so many benefits within its self and it also has the benefit of keeping you awake! Invest in a water bottle that fits all your need!

7. Earplugs Are A MUST!

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Earbuds are so handy when on camous! Walking to and from classes a little music never hurts!!

8.  An Umbrella Comes In Handy!

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You will never know how many times your umbrella will come in handy when on campus. Don't go to class all wet when you could just have an umbrella in your bag at all times!

9. Have Your College App On Your Phone!

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Having a specific app for your college- university on your phone can be so useful. You can get textbooks at a way cheaper price and just keep be on key with what's going on!

10.  Your Credit Card!

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No matter what always have your credit card with you. Often times you might want to buy something and you just don't have the money. So always have your card with you!

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