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Productivity & Organization Tools

Planner or Academic Calendar: A good planner or academic calendar helps graduate students stay on top of deadlines, schedule their tasks, and keep their academic and personal life organized.

Foldable Laptop Bed Tray Desk:  An adjustable, portable laptop desk is perfect for creating an ergonomic study space, whether it’s for working at home, studying in bed, or enjoying meals on the go.

Tech Gadgets & Accessories

Noise-Canceling Headphones: Noise-canceling headphones provide peace and quiet for studying or relaxing, with great sound quality and all-day comfort.

Multi-Plug Outlet: - A multi-plug outlet or power strip keeps all their devices charged and organized, perfect for dorm rooms or busy workspaces.

Presentation Remote: A presentation remote is essential for smooth, professional presentations, offering long-range compatibility and customizable features.

Smartphone Stand:  A smartphone stand is a convenient, hands-free way to view videos or take video calls, perfect for busy grad students on the go.

Relaxation & Self-Care Items

Wake-up Light: A sunrise wake-up light gradually brightens the room to help graduate students start their day feeling refreshed and energized.

Essential Oil Diffuser: An essential oil diffuser creates a calming atmosphere, perfect for focusing or unwinding during long study sessions.

Weighted Blanket: A weighted blanket offers comfort and stress relief, helping to improve sleep and relax after long hours of studying.

Fun and Entertainment:

Streaming Service Subscription: A streaming service subscription is a great way for graduate students to unwind and relax with movies, shows, and documentaries.

Board Games or Puzzles: Perfect for a break from studying, and a fun way to unwind with friends or family.

Adult Coloring Books or Art Supplies: Adult coloring books or art supplies provide a creative and stress-relieving outlet, helping to clear the mind after studying.

Budget-Friendly Ideas

Reusable Insulated Coffee Tumbler: Perfect for keeping their coffee warm during late-night study sessions. Bonus if it’s dishwasher safe!

Personalized Sticky Notes: Add a personal touch to their to-do lists with sticky notes featuring their initials or favorite colors.

Portable USB Desk Fan: Compact and budget-friendly, this fan is ideal for staying cool in stuffy dorms or offices.

Fun Socks with Academic Puns: Lighten the mood with socks featuring fun designs like "These Socks Are Thesis-Approved" or DNA helix patterns.

Affordable Mini Succulents: These low-maintenance plants will brighten their workspace and provide a little dose of nature during stressful study days.

What Not to Give a Grad Student 😂

A Mug That Says ‘When Are You Graduating?: Unless you want to serve up their coffee with a side of eye-rolling, skip the timeline-themed quips.

Self-Help Books They Didn’t Ask For: A well-meaning gift, but it might send the wrong message.

Cheap Stress Balls That Break Instantly: Stress is already high—don’t add to it with a stress ball that falls apart under pressure.

An Alarm Clock That Sounds Like a Fire Drill: They’re already losing sleep over deadlines—no need to jolt them awake with a panic-inducing alarm.

Anything with Glitter: Glitter might be fun, but no one wants to spend time cleaning up tiny sparkles from their keyboard.

While we’ve curated this list to make shopping easy and convenient, we also love supporting local businesses whenever possible! Many locally owned shops offer unique gifts that you won’t find online, and your purchase helps strengthen the community. So, if you’re able to, we encourage you to check out local stores and vendors in your area.

No matter where you shop or which gift you choose, you're sure to make this holiday season a little brighter for the grad student in your life. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and relaxing holiday season filled with warmth and cheer!