The First 10 Christmas Gifts for College Students
1. Sunlight Desk Lamp
The Sunlight Desk Lamp, produced by Lights of America, is a great and very affordable lamp that is very unique in that it illuminates a room in a way that is very similar to natural lighting from the sun. Unlike most lamps that you can purchase, this lamp is actually very beneficial to an individuals health. Because of how the light is produced, it can lead to increased levels of Vitamin D in the body; and can even increase levels of serotonin which can aid in your college student maintaining a healthy mind by feeling better overall. As a result, this is a great present idea for virtually anyone, and is particularly useful for college students who are living in some close-quartered living areas, such as in a dorm or on campus apartment complex.Sunlight Desk Lamp
2. Yoga Mats
Yoga is a growing workout trend, and for some people is a method for reaching spiritual enlightenment through a physical workout and mental relaxation. Yoga mats are a great idea as a gift because they are inexpensive, come in a large variety of colors, and can promote a healthy lifestyle as the New Year rolls in. My girlfriend and I have done yoga in the past, and for the longest time we simply did it on our hard apartment floor. This ultimately took a toll on our bodies, after which we invested in a few yoga mats. They are comfortable and make doing an intense yoga workout much easier on the body. Additionally, yoga mats can be used for other purposes as well that involve the need for a soft floor.YogaAccessories Yoga Mat
3. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
The Hunger Games has acquired much notoriety in recent months. My sister originally turned me on to the series, and after picking up this book I was immediately hooked. The story is a great mixture of emotion and action that gifting this book seems like a no-brainer too me. Currently, The Hunger Games is also slated to become a film soon to hit cinemas all over the world. Even more important to the Christmas gift-giving season is finding inexpensive (yet great) gifts to give to our loved ones. Fortunately, The Hunger Games is currently only $5 dollars; which makes it an absolute must-by this holiday season.The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
4. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the fifth installment in game developer and producers video game franchise The Elder Scrolls. It was released in November, 2011 and was met with immediate critical acclaim. Unlike most video games which last a few weeks (if that), Skyrim is said to have over 300+ hours of game time, and can last indefinitely because of the many quests and stories that can be found within. I purchased this game the day it was released, and have been thoroughly enjoying it since. Skyrim is likely going to be awarded "Game of the Year" and you can expect gifting it to your college gaming student will be a sure fire way to make their Christmas. The game is available on Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and PC. You can check out a professional review of the game here, and utilize this resource for additional information on The Elder Scrolls franchise.Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
5. The Exam Cram Care Package
The Exam Cram Care Package is a great gift idea for college students. It consists of a variety of snack foods that will be sure to keep your collegiate child eating during their examination periods. More importantly, this is a great selection of snacks for any time of year. Often, it is difficult to purchase gifts for college students; and I can tell you from first hand experience that receiving snack food oftentimes is better then any other gift you could buy. This is a particularly great gift idea if you have college-aged students who are away at college who you will not be seeing over the holiday season. Just buy and have it shipped right to where they are currently living!The Exam Cram Care Package
6. Six Pocket Bedside Storage Caddy
This is a fairly odd recommendation for a Christmas gift, however it is one that is very practical considering the confined spaces college students frequently find themselves in. This bedside storage caddy will remove the need for bookshelves and other things in a dorm or apartment room that take up a lot of space, and are more expensive at that.6 Pocket Bedside Storage Caddy
7. Kindle Fire
Kindle Fire is the latest incarnation of Amazon's Kindle. For the college student who is in need of being up to date with the latest tech gadgets, this is a must buy. Kindle Fire is paving itself as a competitor against Apple's iPad, and comes at a significantly lower price with much of the same functionality. The Kindle became infamous for being an excellent e-reader, and has built on this concept significantly. Kindle Fire can be used to watch movies and television, surf the internet, read books, play games, access mobile applications, and listen to music. It would seem that the capability of the Kindle Fire is endless. The Kindle Fire has been met with critical acclaim, and will likely be sitting under quite a few Christmas trees this holiday. I highly recommend this product!At $199 the Fire is less than half the price of the Apple iPad, which starts at $499.
It is the first tablet from a major company to seriously undercut the iPad in price." - New York TimesThe Fire gives me the features I want at a price point that's less than half of the iPad 2.
I can check my email, browse the Internet, maybe play a few games, most importantly,
I can read magazines in color on a Kindle." - Gizmodo
8. The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College
I have lived in both a college dorm and in an off campus apartment during my undergraduate school career. I have had roommates in both conditions, and for my first year in college I wish I would have been aware of the many new experiences I would encounter living with other people. This book is catered to informing individuals who are going to college about the nature of roommates and campus living. I wish I had known about this book before going to college, and still regret my first year on campus because it was not what I would have liked it to be. I am happy now living in my own apartment (shared with two other guys), but still the thought of living in a college dorm will haunt me for years to come. Buying this book for someone who is destined to go to college is a great idea so they know what to expect. There is a significant culture shock when you enter into a college dorm, and this is highlighted in great detail in this book.The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College
9. WEN Tea Tree Conditioner
When I first heard of WEN hair products, I was skeptical. I had seen an infomercial on it early in the morning one day (I had accidentally left my television on all night). With long hair, I often found managing it to be very difficult and often tedious and time consuming. I decided to try out WEN, and instantly fell in love with it. Most of the reviews I have seen of it rank it very highly as a great hair product. This is an excellent product, especially if you are purchasing it for someone who has long and hard to manage hair. What makes this product even better is that it is completely organic and works just like it says it will. This product will condition your hair and leave you feeling great!WEN® Tea Tree Cleansing Conditioner 16oz
10. Western Digital 1 Terra Bite External Hard Drive
External hard drives are a modern college students necessity. With the number of files students interact with on a daily basis, it is important to be able to constantly back up their work and other computer materials quickly and efficiently. My girlfriend is a graphic design student, and her standard Apple MacBook Pro actually ran out of space with all of the work she does; and purchasing an external hard drive has done wonders in making saving her work easier and more efficient. Not to mention, you can unplug this hard drive and take it anywhere you need. No longer do you have to lug around your desktop computer or laptop. I suggest getting a one terra bite external hard drive because you can always use more space on your hard drive. Not to mention, the difference between a smaller model and this one is a difference of only about ~$20 dollars. This hard drive is very useful and will compliment your college students lifestyle very well.Western Digital My Passport Essential SE 1 TB USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive (Black)
Hopefully you have enjoyed these Christmas gift ideas for college students. This is only the first segment, and you can expect the next article to come very soon. Feel free to leave comments, gift suggestions, and questions for me in the comment section below!
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