Not every college student has the opportunity to go home for the holidays. Perhaps they are working during the break, don't have the money for a plane ticket home, or are wrapping up school-related responsibilities. Whatever the reason, they can still enjoy the spirit of the season from the comfort of their dorm room. We all know that the life of a college student is typically a frugal one, so we have compiled some great ideas to help college students celebrate the holidays...even on a budget. If you’re on campus this holiday season, you can enjoy your own traditions and celebrate the season in these new and exciting ways.

As summer draws to a close, college freshmen everywhere eagerly anticipate the big move to their college dorm. Among the excitement of college life and their first taste of freedom, however, many college freshmen find themselves overwhelmed with the packing and moving process. It can be a difficult task for young college students to know how to pack for life on campus, and that’s why it can be helpful to consider the following packing and moving tips.

For college students across the country, school is only a few weeks away and that means it’s time to begin preparing to move to campus. This can be such an exciting time for college freshmen, eager to experience life in the dorm. However, many of these inexperienced dorm residents make several mistakes when packing for their new home away from home. Moving into a tiny space that will be shared with another person requires a certain degree of ingenuity and there is no room for mistakes...literally! Here are 7 common mistakes to avoid when packing for a college dorm room so you can make the most of your small space.