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10 Dorm Essentials to Pack for Your First Year at USM

The countdown to move-in day is on, and if you’re anything like me, getting ready for your first year of college might make you want to pack everything you own — just in case you need it — but space in a dorm is limited, so it’s worth focusing on the essentials instead. Keep reading to find the items that made my room comfortable, organized and ready for college life.

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An English Major’s Summer Reading List: 10 Books Worth Your Time

Summer reading lists don’t have to come from a teacher — they can be light, fun, and unique to you. Even if you’re like me, juggling summer classes and work, there’s always time to sneak in a few chapters, whether you’re outside in the sun or beating the heat in the cool, crisp AC. Keep reading to find out the 10 books I plan to read this summer as an English Major at the University of Southern Maine.