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Shop for family, friends, or coworkers white elephant gift exchange ideas that won't break the bank

The Best White Elephant Gifts Under $40

cody willets •
Shop for family, friends, or coworkers white elephant gift exchange ideas that won't break the bank   Grea...
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How to Always Keep Your Hand Sanitizer in Reach

How to Always Keep Your Hand Sanitizer in Reach

cody willets •
Keep this essential in an easy-to-reach spot in your backpack—so you never come up empty-handed when you need it....
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7 Best Bike Backpacks to Fit Your Riding Style

7 Best Bike Backpacks to Fit Your Riding Style

Mandy Carr •
You may ride your bike for various reasons—to enjoy your local park, run errands, commute to school or work, or f...
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The Coolest Backpacks to Vibe With in 2025

The Coolest Backpacks to Vibe With in 2025

Melissa Badamo •
A new year means it's time to embrace a fresh backpack that vibes with your newest and best self. Some of our favorit...
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Student Life
5 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During Your First Year of College

5 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During Your First Year of College

Harish Konathala •
Managing your mental health is crucial to surviving the first year of college. These five tips can help. ...
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4 Surprisingly Effective Self-Care Activities for Students

4 Surprisingly Effective Self-Care Activities for Students

Lisette Morales •
These creative ideas will help you destress ASAP. Right now, self-care is critical for everyone—but it’...
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The 4 Best Ways to Practice Self-Care on a Budget

The 4 Best Ways to Practice Self-Care on a Budget

cody willets •
Now’s the perfect time to stay at home and focus on much-needed wellness. These self-care tips make for a fun, in...
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Planning the Perfect First-Day Outfit

Planning the Perfect First-Day Outfit

cody willets •
Whether you’re going in-person or taking classes online, here’s how to pull together an outfit that makes you fee...
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Useage & Care
Your Ultimate Convention Survival Guide

Your Ultimate Convention Survival Guide

Mandy Carr •
Con season is here at last! If you’re going to Comic-Con or VidCon for the first time this year, you’re p...
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How to Keep Your Backpack Organized: Tips and Tricks

How to Keep Your Backpack Organized: Tips and Tricks

Jamie Ditaranto •
Organizing tips might not seem like they’d make that much of an impact on your life. But think about it: You’re o...
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What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack

What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack

Kiana Millar •
What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack Keep your backpack clean and germ-free with these expert tips. ...
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Adventure Guide
Underrated U.S. Cities to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

Underrated U.S. Cities to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

Maya Capasso •
If you’re starting your U.S. travel adventure, you’ve probably considered famous tourist cities like New York, Lo...
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The Best Carry-on Backpacks for International Travel

The Best Carry-on Backpacks for International Travel

Melissa Badamo •
There’s so much out there in the world to see. Whether you’re traveling overseas with family and friends or embarking...
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How To Travel With Just A Carry On For A Weekend Getaway With Friends

How To Travel With Just A Carry On For A Weekend Getaway With Friends

Charli Moore •
Traveling light has many advantages, like being able to breeze through baggage claim without waiting for a checke...
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The Best Weekender Bags for a Short Trip

The Best Weekender Bags for a Short Trip

Jamie Ditaranto •
There are few things more exciting than planning a weekend getaway. Whether you decide to spend a little down tim...
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Sustainability
7 Fulfilling Jobs that Help the Environment

7 Fulfilling Jobs that Help the Environment

Carlee Weber •
We can’t argue that global warming is real, but we can debate on the measures we can take to lessen our negative ...
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How To Recycle (Properly): 5 Easy Tips

How To Recycle (Properly): 5 Easy Tips

Mandy Carr •
Recycling is a great way to do your part for the environment, and it has many benefits, such as reducing waste, s...
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Gen Z and Sustainability: How To Go Green

Gen Z and Sustainability: How To Go Green

Kelsey Sarracino •
Gen Z is the generation that cares the most about sustainability. So much so that they’re more widely involved dr...
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The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style

The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style

Sean Buchanan •
The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style Going green doesn't mean sacrificing sty...
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