What to Bring to College: Don’t Forget Hair Ties!

As a senior who’s lived in the dorms for years, hair ties are surprisingly essential for your college checklist. They’re not just for keeping hair out of your face during all-nighters – they’re clutch for hot showers in communal bathrooms, intense study sessions at the library, and those sweaty freshman orientation events. Plus, your hallmates will love you when they desperately need one before a morning class. Grab a pack of at least 20 – between losing them and lending them out, they disappear fast in dorm life.

Pro tip: Keep a stash in your backpack, shower caddy, and desk drawer. You’ll thank me later.