Her Campus's Graduation Gift Guide

It’s that time of year: graduation season. For some, this is the joyous accumulation of 16 long years of schooling with a hefty salary at the end of the tunnel. For others it’s just another road marker along their many, many years of education on the way to an advanced degree. And for a large majority it is a heart-wrenching day that reminds us that it is now going to be unacceptable to party as much as we currently do and skip responsibilities because the weather is nice, not to mention the end of writing papers on Bob Dylan and his effect on American culture. Sigh.  

While it will be hard to find a gift capable of soothing the pain of graduating, every graduate wants you to try…and try really hard. So we compiled a list of the best graduation gifts so that you can make the transition from student to…adult (really?) a little easier.

TECHY

HP Mini 210 Series

Is your graduate planning on a lengthy commute each day? Or maybe they’re continuing their education and are in need of an easily transportable computer? This mini computer from HP is perfect for grads on the go. It’s sleek, slim and light — perfect for popping in your bag and going. Users can do anything they want on it — watch movies, play games or get work done! $329.99

Dell Inspiron 15R Laptop

Four years of typing papers, carrying your computer from class to the library to the dorm room, and spilling coffee on your laptop can make graduation a perfect time to update to a new portable computer. We’re loving this Dell Inspiron because you can personalize its exterior, it has nearly 8 hours of battery life and because it’s so sleek looking! $519

Canon Powershot 12.1

Help your favorite member of the class of 2011 capture her favorite moments in the post-grad word with the Canon Powershot. They’ll take crystal clear photos (the camera has 12 megapixels) of their bright future. $99.99  
 

iPod Nano

There have been some major changes to the iPod since your graduate left high school — and it just may be time to treat them to an update. The iPod Nano is fun (such bright colors) and practical for your graduate’s commutes and long nights at work. $149

SENTIMENTAL

Personalized Wine Bottle

Toast to completing four years of college with a personalized bottle of wine, champagne or a non-alcoholic beverage. The bottle will be a gorgeous keepsake to remember the best four years of their life. $75.