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5 Great Umbrellas For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Whether it’s a light drizzle or a downpour, no one wants to be caught outside in the rain. Especially when you are a college student hauling across campus. Books, laptops, and notes will get soggy very …

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8 Cleaning Supplies For Your Dorm Room Kit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  A clean room is a happy room. No seriously, studies show that well-kept rooms reduce stress–and college students need all the stress reduction they can get! Luckily there are some cleaning supplies that can make the …

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5 Candle Alternatives For Dorm Living

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Love candles? Sad you can’t have one in your dorm? Most dorms won’t allow candles at the risk of being a fire hazard. For those of us who simply must have a scented candle or some …

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8 Pieces of Gear and Warm Clothes to Survive Winter on Campus

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  If you’re going to school in a state where it snows, winter can be tough! Walking across campus, especially in a larger university, can leave you chilled to the bone. Whether you’re experienced with the snow …

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6 of the Best Pens for Writing in College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Pens are going to get lost during your time at college and it’s definitely a sad moment when it’s your favorite! But having a pack of trustworthy pens can help ensure you’re never without a writing …

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College Apartment Essentials: 9 Kitchen Items

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Setting up your own home or apartment can be challenging when you’re a college student. But one set of college apartment essentials you’ll need are kitchen supplies. It’s important to have a good nutritious meal at …

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8 Great Items to Bust Your College Stress

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Early classes. Trekking across campus. Midterms. A snoring roommate. Homework. Crowded study spaces. No one ever said that college wasn’t stressful. On those days what you need is one of these fun busters that will help …

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How to Stay Organized in College: 6 Tools

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  How messy is your desk in your dorm room? Do you have pens floating all over the place? Are your papers shoved into your bag? Are you having trouble keeping on top of your work? If …

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5 of the Best Instant Pot & Cookers For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Easy to use and incredibly convenient, slow cookers and instant pots are ideal for college students who love to cook their own meals. Leave the cooker to do its thing while you go off for your …

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5 Great Lamps For Your College Dorm Desk

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 27, 2024

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  When you live in a dorm, sometimes even an overhead light can be too much, or sometimes, not quite enough. To have more control over your dorm room lights, consider adding a lamp to your desk! …