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Welcome To The Dorm IQ Learning Series | Start Here!
Welcome to Dorm IQ! Dorm IQ is an exclusive educational series focused on dorm comfort, wellness, safety, and savings. This is a free learning series to help parents and students prepare for dorm life and dorm shopping while saving money and...
Dorm IQ #18 |The Most Sturdy Dorm Storage Ottomans For College
I've been running our Dorm Shopping Recommendations Facebook group for years now, and one of the top 5 questions every year is about where to find sturdy dorm storage ottomans. This is a good question, and it can be hard to answer because there are...
The Dorm Essentials You Can Buy Early For College
Getting ready for college is an exciting time, but the growing realization of the cost of college including setting up a dorm room can be daunting. I know many of you want to shop early for essentials to spread out the purchases, so this guide is...
Graduation Countdown Ideas And Templates | 2025
Graduation countdowns are becoming more popular every year, so we thought we'd help you pull this off for your student with our list of graduation countdown ideas including templates, poems and gift & treat ideas. With everything else you have...
Gift Ideas For High School Seniors: The College Essentials To Buy (And Avoid) This Holiday Season | 2024
UPDATED: November 1, 2024 As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect gift for high school seniors gearing up for college can be both exciting and challenging. At this time of year, most students haven't made their college decision let...
College Football Tailgate Checklist: How To Plan for A Fun Game Day
A college football tailgate is a pre-game tradition with food and fun that can be shared with your student, friends and other families. Whether you are a seasoned tailgater or gearing up for your first event, proper planning and preparation can...
Theme Parties: The Best Outfit And Accessory Ideas For College
Theme parties are so popular in college, and buzz-worthy outfits and accessories are a fun way to break the ice and meet new people. However, balancing the perfect outfit + accessories on a college student budget can be a challenge! We've outlined...
College Care Package Ideas – Useful Items Under $10
The hard part is behind you now. Move-in day is an exhausting and emotional time for all involved, but a wonderful milestone in our lives that we'll always remember. Now that you've tackled that big day, you may be thinking about sending them a...
