10 Gifts for Rising Seniors and College Students
Hello, students! It's time to map out your fall schedule and collect some fresh supplies—the NYPL Shop can help! Here are 10 ways you can keep it all organized and look stylish while doing it.
1. NYPL Student Planner
The New York Public Library Student Planner makes it easy to stay organized. Its user-friendly format allows you to view daily, weekly, and monthly schedules; keep tabs on assignments and appointments; and jot down notes and reminders in one handy place. Now in its 23rd year of publication, this year's NYPL Student Planner covers August 2019 to August 2020.
2. Grey NYPL Canvas Stamp Tote
A step up from our standard canvas quote tote series, this heavy canvas tote with pockets and leather straps can handle all your binders and textbooks.
3. NYPL T-shirt
Add this collegiate style logo t-shirt to your rotation—the soft fabric makes it perfect for studying or sleeping in.
4. NYPL Water Bottle
You probably groan when your parents tell you, yet again, to stay hydrated. But they're right—it makes a huge difference!
5. Michelangelo Quote Items
This quote from our Wise Words collection is particularly apropos for lifelong learners and library lovers alike. Available as a magnet, pouch, or tote bag.
6. Garden Party Planner from Rifle Paper
This 17-month planner features Rifle Paper Company's signature floral design. With an internal spiral binding, monthly and weekly views, inspirational quotes and sticker sheets, it covers from August 2019 to December 2020.
7. Orange Art Triangular Ruler
Useful for drawing straight lines and converting inches to centimeters, this triangular ruler is perfect for the budding architect or designer.
8. Enamel Pins
Make sure your bags, pouches, and jackets are covered in flare—enamel pins allow you to express both a mood and an identity.
9. Feminist Postcards from Emily McDowell
It's the Year of the Woman. Send these in solidarity to your friends. Send them to Congress. Send them to younger women and girls. Share them with allies. Hang all of them in your dorm room and surround yourself in a feminist fort. Or just flip through them to remind yourself that you're never going to give up.
10. Mindfulness Deck
Stay focused and keep a clear head. Pick out just one card each day and the semester will be over in no time.
Read E-Books with SimplyE
With your library card, it's easier than ever to choose from more than 300,000 e-books on SimplyE, The New York Public Library's free e-reader app. Gain access to digital resources for all ages, including e-books, audiobooks, databases, and more.
If you don’t have an NYPL library card, New York State residents can apply for a digital card online or through SimplyE (available on the App Store or Google Play).
Need more help? Read our guide to using SimplyE.