20 Graduation Gifts Graduates Will Actually Use, According to Oprah

It’s the middle of spring, and the academic year is starting to end very soon. Along with the end of the academic year comes a wave of graduates completing their senior year of high school and college.

One of the prime things to celebrate a fellow graduate is, of course, parties and gifts. According to Oprah, here are some graduation gifts that can please a fellow graduate.

1. Nikki Mull Collegiate Pouches

This gift can be highly creative to students who are heavily into the school’s spirit. It’s a good gift for those who want to represent the institution they attended school and college for.

“ Because each alma mater is much more than a logo or school colors, The designs were hand drawn with collaborative input from passion, alumni fans, faculty, and locals.” Uncommon goods stated.

2. Lounge Set

This set of clothing can be handy for students who want to lounge at home or in a university dorm. It is also great to wear at night when the weather is cool.

“Loungewear is my favorite way to dress— the softer, the better,” Oprah said.

3. Mark & Graham Lightweight Puffer Overnighter

This is essential for graduates who are traveling abroad either through long flights or long car rides. Instead of being cramped in a small vehicle, they can easily be more comfortable having these items.

4. Custom Graduation Bobbleheads

A good graduation gift is a pint-sized bobblehead. It can be custom-made, and they can choose between stationary or classic bobbleheads.

5. Verilux HappyLight 2-in-1 Light Therapy and Task Desk Lamp

This item is partially good for late-night reading and studying. In college, there are going to be times when assessments and exams are due almost every week, and these lamps can be very handy for late-night cramming and studying.

6. The Nori Press

The Nori press is a top seller on Oprah’s favorite things list. It’s convenient for those who want to straighten and flatten their hair quickly.

7. Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

Finding the perfect piece of bedding is especially essential for college students. According to Orpah, the Cozy Earth Bamboo set is a good example of ideal bedding. This particular set comes with a flat, fitted sheet and is softer with every wash.

8. Catchall

A catch-all is a bowl that can store many small miscellaneous items, such as pens, candy, and chargers. This can be very handy for those who easily run out of space in drawers and desks.

9. Swarovski Millenia Drop Earrings

Here are some gifts that can produce some sparkle. These octagon-shaped earrings can provide graduates with a nice bling. This particular set doesn’t require hundreds of dollars.

10. College Student Health Book

A student health book is an essential item to have, especially for graduates. The freedom of being in college can lead to serious consequences, such as drinking too much or not getting enough to eat and sleep. With this handbook, it can be a great guide to a safe college life.

11. Journals

Gifting a graduate a journal is an innovative gift. It can be a way for them to journal their thoughts, talk about the journeys and hardships of navigating college life and regular life, and share their feelings.

12. Wireless Chargers

This gift is for graduates who often misplace their belongings, such as chargers. With wireless chargers, graduates can charge more conveniently when they’re on the go.

13. Oprah Daily Oprah’s “The Life You Want” Planner

Of course, a planner is the number one gift considered for fresh graduates. Having a planner can make keeping track of errands, assignments, and exams much easier.

14. Beats Studio Pro

These are handy items to have, especially for podcast and music lovers. They’re essential when on the go or engaging in something timely.

“Some of us are over-the-head headphones people, and if you know one of them, you will find them to be one of the best,” Oprah stated.

15. Uncommon Goods Microwaveable Pasta Pot

In most college dorms, a microwave is the only kitchen appliance that can heat food. This microwave pasta pot is a second source of heating food.

16. Dagne Dover Oslo Slim Laptop Bag

This is essential for high school graduates. Unlike high school, college is very technology-based and relies heavily on laptops. Instead of carrying their laptop in their backpack, a laptop bag can be handy and keep the computer safe.

17. Office Chair

Another essential item that graduates can use is an office chair. College students often sit at their desks, studying and writing essays. Dorm chairs can be uncomfortable, so office chairs are much-needed, especially for those who work in office-like spaces.

18. Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe

Do you need something cozy to feel cozy during the night? Brooklinen Super Robes can be very helpful for graduates to stay warm and relax in the evening and winter.

19. Desktop Glass Monitor Riser for Computer

Like graduates often use planners to plan their day, other graduates use calendars. Having a small portable dry-erase calendar can be handy for note-taking and easy to use and keep track of.

20. Procter Silex Programmable Air Fryer

This is another item for the kitchen. Since Graduates heading to college don’t have ovens in their dorms, having an air fryer is conventional for those who need an oven but don’t have one and for late-night snacking.

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