With classes starting again in less than one week, we're all in that scramble to find what we need for classes. I'm going to share with you ten of my back to school necessities, in hopes that they'll help you get ready for that first lecture!
1. A Binder
I know it sounds overrated, but a binder really is the best thing you could get! It's a simple and organized way to keep all your papers together without worrying about losing them!
2. My Planner
If you've read my articles before, you know I love my planner. It helps me keep all my tasks and assignments together, and helps me remember all those deadlines that get thrown at me the first day.
3. Highlighters
Perfect for notes or readings, highlighters make those important parts of text POP.
4. Index Cards
Sure, most of your classes don't have definition lists anymore, but index cards are super helpful when it comes to making huge concepts seem simple and easy to learn
5. My Laptop
This one seems basic, but having my laptop with me every day really does help! I can type up my notes, look something up on the Internet, or just unwind with a little Netflix when things get stressful.
6. Colorful Pens
I love making outlines, and color coding them makes everything easier to understand! My favorite are the felt tip pens from Paper Mate!
7. Granola Bars
Studying is hard work, and hungry work! Keeping a granola bar in your bag is perfect to beat those red mango cravings, and will keep you full longer.
8. Post-it's
I would say I use more post-it's than the regular human being, but having them to write a quick note to myself always helps!
9. Headphones
When you're in the library and you're trying to work on a paper, the people around you can get distracting. Just by sticking in your headphones and playing some instrumental music on repeat, you're able to center yourself and really get those academic juices flowing.
10. Water
More often than not, I always have a cup of coffee in my hand. But all of that coffee is really dehydrating, and I know I personally can't focus if I'm dehydrated! By having a reusable water bottle with me, I can stay hydrated all day long!!
I hope this list was helpful as the fall semester approaches!
