What to Bring to College: Why Rain Boots are Essential

As a senior who learned this lesson the hard way, rain boots should be on every college checklist. Walking 20 minutes to class in a downpour with soaked socks is miserable. Campus paths often flood, especially between dorms and lecture halls. You’ll need sturdy rain boots for those surprise storms, late-night food runs, and muddy spring days.

Pro tip: Get boots that fit well with thick socks – you’ll wear them more than you think. Store them in your dorm closet with a boot tray underneath to catch drips. Your roommate will thank you.