Going back to school for another year of college is exciting, exhausting and expensive. When you move in to your dorm room, you want to be organized and feel like you’ve created your own space. We’ve searched out fun products that will keep your assignments organized and your room tranquil. Sit back and relax; with this list, you can conquer college and the world!

Wake-up on time
The OnLyee Dimmable Alarm Clock Radio & Bluetooth Speaker will ease you into your day, while also allowing you to get a quality night’s sleep. Blue light has been shown to affect the human body’s ability to fall asleep, so the dimmer on this alarm clock enables the blue light to be darkened, creating an ideal sleeping environment. amazon.com.

Stay caffeinated on the go
The new Kuissential Versa Travel French Press separates your coffee from the grounds, so you can enjoy the same great taste without the bitterness of overbrewed joe. The double-wall stainless steel container keeps your coffee hot for hours and comes with a locking cap to prevent unwanted spills. This product will satisfy the coffee connoisseur with a picky palette and save time making coffee before class. Your professor will thank you! kuissential.com.

Hold on to your books
College comes with books, more books than you could have ever imagined. To manage the number of printed pages you need to carry around, your backpack should be sturdy and capable of handling anything. The Firefighter Turnout Bag is crafted from repurposed coats and pants of firefighters, making it sturdy and water-resistant. These bags are perfectly equipped to survive whatever college life throws at them and are well worth the investment. ffob.com.

Use a calendar, even if there’s an app for that
When you’re taking six classes a semester, keeping track of each assignment and research project is its own assignment! Colorful Images has made staying organized easier by creating fun desk calendars. Featuring large boxes to write due dates, social events and dates of special lectures you’d like to attend, you will never forget an important deadline again! colorfulimages.com.

Have fun writing
Although most students enjoy taking notes on their laptops these days, professors still urge them to take notes with old-fashioned pen and paper. The colorful pens made by Write Dudes makes that more enjoyable; they come in a variety of colors and are retractable, so you won’t find your pen has dried out just when you needed it most. amazon.com.

Get cozy after a long day
College is stressful, there is no doubt about it. Once your rigorous day of classes, work and extracurricular activities ends, you want to be able to snuggle up in your bed and relax. The Me SOOO Comfy is the perfect companion for you. The blanket is plush and soft and is created to fit even the longest dorm room beds. Available in multiple colors to suit all style preferences, this blanket is one you’ll want to snuggle up with all year long. dormco.com.

Victoriahope McAuliffe