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5 Ways to Keep Cool in Collegea

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Whether it only gets hot in the summer time when you attend college, or you face high temperatures year round, do you know how to keep cool? The last thing you want to do is overheat. …
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College Dorm Furniture: 6 Tables & Nightstands for Your Dorm

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Dorm rooms don’t always have those little touches that can make it feel more like home. Fortunately, there are some solutions available—college dorm furniture chief among them! Take coffee tables, desks, and nightstands, for example. They …
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5 Interesting Gifts for Biology Majors

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  As the study of life, biology is a wildly important field. That’s why biology majors are so important! Whether their focus is on the environment, human body, or zoology, biologists play an important role in understanding …
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6 Handy Space Savers for College Dorms

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Dorm rooms are small and have limited storage options. They are, after all, temporary housing. But this doesn’t mean you have to suffer with clutter or bring a limited supply of your favorite things. We’ve found …
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Quirky Math Gifts for Mathematics Majors

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  Do you have a Mathematics major in your family? Is a close friend studying the subject? It doesn’t have to be difficult to find the right gift for their birthday or an upcoming holiday! If you’re …
Yellow door with text: Nifty door decorations for college students
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6 Nifty Door Decorations for Your College Dorm

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  One of the best parts about living in a dorm is decorating it! But where do you get started? How about right at the entryway? The door is the perfect place! Make a lasting first impression …
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6 Air Fresheners for Your Dorm Room

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  A good-smelling dorm room is a comfortable dorm room. Considering you’ll study, sleep, and hang out there, it’s worth putting in a bit of effort to keep things clean and clear. Luckily, these 6 air fresheners …
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6 Cool Gifts for Architecture Majors

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  You could say that architects are the foundation of a society. Puns aside, architects provide valued and creative service. If you know someone studying the trade, why not reward their hard work with a gift? Here …
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What Are the Best Gift Cards for College Students?

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  What’s the perfect present for a college student? The always useful gift card. If you’re not sure what to get? Sometimes a gift card to their favorite shops and restaurants can be the best choice. Gift …
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6 Ideal Coasters For College Students

At no extra cost to you, College Raptor may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more.  As a college student, your dorm is your workplace. It’s where you study, write assignments, send emails, browse Facebook, and binge Netflix too. Keeping yourself hydrated while you’re hard at work (or play) is important. But …

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