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Staples Back to School Center 2011: College
Get the school supplies your back to college list like binders, backpacks, laptops and calculators.
College
Last year you were pulling senior pranks, making memories at prom and stressing over college applications.
This year it's a fresh start, a new school and chance to get some fun supplies and tech to take with you.
Have fun. Stay fit.
Fighting the dreaded college weight gain.
Pack your bag before class.
Check out these college must-haves.
Facing the freshman 15.
(Or sophomore, junior or senior 15).
Have healthy snacks available, drink water, and visit the gym for 30 minutes a day.
Face it: 70% of kids gain weight during their college years. But you know what? They don't usually gain 15 pounds (only about 20% – 30% gain 10 pounds or more). So while you don't need to be paranoid about the famous "freshman 15," you do need to know about these three things that will help keep the weight off:
1. Stay active!
The #1 reason for weight gain at college is just being less active than you were in high school, and this is an easy problem to fix. If you're not on a sports team, and you're not the competitive type, check out the clubs on campus. Sports clubs are social, so you'll make friends, and they welcome beginners too.
Visit the college gym, and aim for 30 minutes a day, not 2 hours a day. Why? It's a healthier regimen, and one you're more likely to stick to.
2. Give some thought to the food you keep around you.
There'll probably be times when you're hungry between meals. You can't just wander into your kitchen like you did at home, and what if the cafeteria's not open? Have healthy snacks around so you don't end up at the vending machine.
What are healthy snacks? Fruit is great, and don't be afraid of fat (like putting some peanut butter on your apple). Fat isn't a four-letter word; it gives you energy and helps fill you up til the next meal. Think about what you snack on at home; can you bring any of that to college?
3. Drinking
Get to like the healthy taste of water! Loading up on soda or even juice can actually put on the pounds. So be aware of full-sugar sodas and high-cal juices. Instead, opt for flavored seltzer or diet soda (in moderation). Even better, add the natural flavor of citrus by adding a fresh slice of lemon or lime to a big cup of ice water. Drink up!
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Technology
Computers
In college, your computer is everything. Between researching for a project, updating your status, surfing the Web and watching television, it's one of the most important devices you'll take with you. Luckily, we've got laptops and tablets loaded with all the features and programs you need. Find yours here.
Featured offer
Limit one rebate per student customer. Limit of 3 rebates per household.
Here's how it works in store:
1) Buy a qualifying laptop.
2) Show a valid student ID or acceptance letter.*
3) An easy rebate for a $100 prepaid Visa card will print out with your receipt.
4) Submit easy rebate at www.StaplesEasyRebate.com to receive your $100 prepaid Visa card.
Here's how it works online:
1) Buy a qualifying laptop.
2) Visit www.staples.com/rebatecenter and find your rebate.
3) Submit mail in rebate along with a copy of a valid student ID or acceptance letter* to receive your $100 prepaid Visa card.
*This promotion is only valid on SKU 344162, 327658, 331465, 332979. To be eligible for this promotion a student customer must purchase a qualifying laptop and submit one of the following: 1) A current school identification card (including valid Associated Student Body ASB card); or 2) A valid post-secondary, College or university ID; or 3) An original copy of an acceptance letter to a post-secondary school with another matching form of identification. Student customer means an end customer who is currently enrolled in a secondary school/college/university or has been accepted to a post-secondary institution at the time of purchase. Staples reserves the right to discontinue offering this program at any time. Visa prepaid card will be mailed 15 days 4 to 6 weeks after submission of easy rebate. Limit of 3 rebates per household. Limit one rebate per student customer. To learn more, go to www.StaplesEasyRebate.com. The Visa prepaid card is not redeemable for cash or usable at any ATM. Terms and Conditions apply to the card. Subject to applicable law, a monthly maintenance fee of $3 (USD) applies, but is waived for the first six months after the card is issued. Your card is issued by J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Cards can be used at any merchants that accept Visa debit cards. Staples reserves the right to substitute a check of equal value in lieu of a Visa prepaid card at its discretion. Not valid on purchases made prior to 7/3/11. See an associate for details.
Leading laptops.
Samsung® Princeton 11.6"
Ultra thin, ultra powerful. Easily goes from the cafe to the classroom.
- 11.6" wide screen
- Intel Core i3-2357M processor
- Up to 8-hour battery
- 4GB RAM, 320GB hard drive
- Windows® 7 Home Premium
- Includes a full version of Microsoft® Office Home & Student
Toshiba® Satellite 14"
Portable, powerful and classroom ready with the software students need.
- 14" wide screen
- Intel® Core i3-2310M processor
- Up to 10-hour battery, 4.19 lb.
- 4GB RAM, 500GB hard drive
- Windows® 7 Home Premium
- Includes a full version of Microsoft® Office Home & Student
Dell® Inspiron 15R 15.6"
Pop. Click. Switch. Express your style at school with switchable lids.
- 15.6" wides creen
- Intel® Core i3-2310N processor
- Up to 7-hour battery, 5.39 lb.
- 6GB RAM, 640GB hard drive
- Windows® 7 Home Preimium
HP DM4 14"
Handles the toughest tasks — even homework.
- 14" wide screen
- Intel® Core i5-2410M processor
- Up to 6-hour, 45-minute battery, 4.41 lb.
- 6GB RAM, 640GB hard drive
- Windows® 7 Home Premium
Featured offer
*Valid on in-store services only and not applicable to prior purchases. To be eligible for this service plan, customers must be a Staples Rewards® member, and agree to the terms of the Staples® EasyTech(sm) work order. To be eligible for the new PC version, a computer must be purchased in the same transaction. New PCs must have antivirus software installed at time of purchase to be eligible for the service plan. Existing PC must have up-to-date antivirus software installed. Antivirus software must be purchased from Staples and is sold separately. Enrollment in the plan will activate three days from the purchase date of the service plan. Services are only available after the activation of the program. Peace of Mind services are valid for one year from the date of plan purchase and valid for one PC or laptop per customer only. Excludes tablets. Not valid on parts, EasyTech professional-grade, extended service, advanced depot repair or product replacement plans. Plan is nontransferable. Staples reserves the right to discontinue offering this plan at any time. If the plan is discontinued, customers currently enrolled will not be affected. Staples Rewards membership is free. See an associate for details.
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Computer Accessories
Once you've picked your PC, go nuts choosing a snazzy-looking mouse, ergonomic keyboard and all-access wireless networking. Or jazz up your new digital best friend with extras like a Webcam for Skyping or speakers so you can rock out with your roommate. No matter what computer accessory you're craving, we've got it all right here.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find the perfect PC accessories.
Mice
Your mouse is a vital part of your PC experience. From cordless to mobile to ergonomic with a trackball, choose the model that will let you navigate easily (and without hand cramps). Plus, there's so many different colors and styles to choose from, you can give your PC its own unique personality.
Keyboards
You don't realize how important your keyboard is until you're hunched over it for a few hours. When finding the model that works best for your work style, consider things like ergonomic design to support your wrists, or wireless for working commuters. Also, backlit keyboards are great for those who work in less than desirable lighting, and solar-powered is perfect for users who always burn right through their batteries.
Wireless Networking
Be free of cords and cables forever. With wireless, you can use your computer wherever you want. Plus, connect your TV, music and gaming consoles so you can watch movies from Netflix, stream your playlists, or pummel friends at your favorite video game — no matter where they are.
Webcams
A crystal clear Webcam is the perfect way to keep in touch with your friends and family. With hi-def optics and super-rich video quality, you'll be able to do more than talk to mom, you can also give her a virtual hug.
Speakers
Wattage is key when it comes to speakers. If you just listen to some tunes while you work, stick with a desktop set. If you're more of the music-blasting, head-banging type, go for the two speaker with a subwoofer. Air guitar sold separately.
Computer Software
Getting the right software can make your school experience so much easier. And we have all the software you need. Whether you want to protect your PC or Mac®, create documents, spreadsheets and presentations, build Web sites, edit photos and even learn a new language. (Or just want to play a few games!)
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find essential software.
Free offer for all college students and college professors!
Buy Microsoft® Office Home & Student 2010 and download Outlook, Publisher and Access free. Plus, save more when you buy with any Windows® 7 PC.
Office Home and Student
A must-have for any student.
- Amp up your school reports using ready-made templates in Word 2010.
- Share your documents online to work together with classmates and family members.
- Add eye-catching effects and media — including video, audio, and photos — to class presentations.
- Use OneNote® 2010 to post, share and edit notes for group projects online so everyone can work at the same time with real-time updates.
Staples Exclusive Offer!
Get four years of Internet Security for just $99. It's like paying $25 a year.
Internet Security, Student Editions
Three words: Don't. Get. Hacked.
- Proactive technology recognizes threats before they happen.
- Protects against viruses, spyware, spam and more.
- Prevents others from taking control of your PC.
- Protects when connecting to public Wi-Fi hotspots.
Special offer for students and teachers!
Save up to 80% on full-featured Adobe software.
Proof of eligibility required.
Adobe Student and Teacher Editions
Create, innovate, succeed.
- Perfect for image and photo editing, Web design, print design, video and more.
Digital Storage
If you go ga-ga over the amount of gigs you need or you think in terms of terabytes, there's one thing we can all agree on — you can never have too much digital storage. From burning the perfect music mix to keeping your homework in your pocket to giving your PC a boost in capacity, we've got solutions for any size need.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find the perfect memory.
USB Flash Drives
These handy drives hold up to 32GB and are super compact — they'll fit in your pocket or school bag, or even hang from your keychain. If you're the creative type, we carry them in fun colors and patterns, some with removable caps and some with retractable ones. They plus right into any USB 2.0 port and are perfect for sharing files between computers.
External Hard Drives
You can save anything from one playlist to the entire contents of your PC with an external hard drive. These powerhouses hold up to 3TB of data. Staples recommends that you back up your PC regularly to an external hard drive. One crash is all it takes to wipe out everything you have on your computer! Don't learn the hard way.
And, if you'd like to access your files from anywhere with an Internet connection (even on your phone), consider network-attached storage.
Flash Memory Cards
These super-small memory holders provide extra space for photos and music in your camera, tablet or phone. Most are SDHC (secure data high capacity) and are available up to 32GB. Micro-sized cards are perfectly sized for your extra-small camera or phone.
Be sure the card you choose is the one specified by your device, and keep spares — you know how fast they fill up.
CDs and DVDs
These donut-shaped data holders are just right for storing smaller amounts of music, documents, photos and movies. Check the product label for how much you can store (usually measured in MBs or GBs) and whether or not you can burn data once ("R") or over and over again ("RW").
CDs and DVDs are relatively inexpensive and not scratch resistant. It's always good to back them up on your computer or hard drive.
Printers, Calcs and Other Tech
Two secret weapons every student needs to succeed: a calculator to solve those mind-boggling math equations and a printer so you can get your work in on time. And, check out more must-haves like binders and laminators. Your work will look like A+ material every time you hand it in.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find printers, calculators and more.
Texas Instruments™ TI-Nspire™ CX Handheld Graphing Calculator
- Visualize in full color — Color code equations, objects, points and lines on the high-resolution, full-color, backlit display.
- Real-world images — Use digital images or your own photos.
- Recharge with ease — The included rechargeable battery lasts up to two weeks of normal use on a single charge.
- Calculate in style — The sleek TI-Nspire CX handheld is the thinnest and lightest TI graphing calculator model to date.
HP Photosmart e-All-in-One Printer
Print perfect papers and essays, plus Web content on the fly, without using a PC. Integrated wireless makes it easy to share with other PCs.
- 80-sheet input tray, 15-sheet photo tray
- Borderless printing up to 8.5" x 11"
- Scans up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
Binding Machines
Neatness counts. Put together your report or presentation with enviable style with one of our professional binding machines.
Labelers
Let's face it, it's fun to label. And, it's a great way to organize everything from classwork to your desk draws. Perfect for folders, containers, binders and more.
Shredders
Old paper and folders cluttering up your space? Make confetti out of last semester's schoolwork and notes. Many of our shredders even chew up old, scratched CDs.
Projectors and Presentation Tools
Whether it's a science presentation or Saturday night at the movies, projectors can help you make it big. Perfect for the classroom, dorm room or home.
Shop projectors & presentation tools | Find them at a Staples store
Scanners
Making your way from handwritten to digital? We can help. Scanners are great for converting notes, articles, photos and everything else you need to file and print out.
Laminators
You worked hard on that project, now make it look ultra sleek. Plus laminating means protecting it against the inevitable spills, messes and bad weather.
Supplies
Backpacks, Laptop & Tablet Cases
Binders? Check. Pens and highlighters? Check. Now you need a way to carry all your supplies to class. That's where bags come in. We have an amazing selection of backpacks, messenger bags and laptop bags in a ton of styles and colors. All with the durability you need to get through the school year.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
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Your best fit: Backpack
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Backpacks
Yup, it's the workhorse of school bags. In general, a backpack carries the heaviest load (think several textbooks, binders and supplies. Some even have a place for a laptop). A backpack also distributes weight most evenly across your back for maximum comfort and support.
Staples carries a large selection of backpacks for back to school so whether you want blue with a pocket for your cell or a bright design with side pouches, we've got you covered.
Messenger Bags
These over-the-shoulder bags are the most stylish of our school bag selection. They're just right for students who don't carry all their books and binders all the time. Many have a hand strap as well as a shoulder strap if you want to change up your carrying style.
And, if you fall in love with a messenger bag but want to carry your laptop to school, pair it with a laptop sleeve.
Laptop Bags
These bags are made to keep your laptop dry and safe, usually with a padded frame compartment, while offering a large additional pocket for books, notebooks and cables. Many offer special storage spaces for cell phones, media gadgets and small supplies like pens.
Older students who travel by air may want a casual checkpoint-friendly bag that has a separate compartment for their laptop.
You may also need a sleeve or a case.
Laptop Sleeves
Laptop sleeves can be used alone (if you travel light) or along with a larger bag. Many feature a foam interior that offers superior shock absorption without additional weight and protects against bumps, dust and scratches.
Tablet Cases
If you rock a tablet, we've got you (and it) covered. Staples carries a great selection of cases for iPad®, iPad 2, and top-selling models from BlackBerry®, Motorola®, Acer® and more.
Binders & Accessories
Round, D-ring, view. One binder is definitely not like another. And there's a lot to consider when picking the perfect binders for college. Rely on Staples to help you compare and select the right style, color and durability to meet your needs the whole year.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find the perfect binder.
Before you buy your first back to school binder, there are three things to consider:
1. Durability
Shop Heavy-Duty Binders Built for maximum performance with thicker chipboard panels, tough materials that will not crack and tear or stick to your papers, and premium-quality rings that stand up to heavy use.
Shop Medium-Duty Binders Works well for organizing your work and tossing in your bag before heading off to class.
Shop Light-Use Binders A budget-friendly way to organize a lot of documents.
Buying a heavy-duty binder now can save you money throughout the year.
2. Ring Type
Some additional ring features include easy to open and ring locking mechanisms.
3. Color
Find all the colors and patterns to stay organized, prioritize your paperwork and show off your personal style. With our wide selection online and in store, you can find the perfect binders for your school day.
Staples Better® Binders come in over 10 colors. And they're guaranteed for life.
Pens Writing & Correction
Most of your college career is spent in front of a computer. The rest of the time you're highlighting notes, editing papers and swearing you'll never pull an all-nighter again. Before you start the semester, get the low-down on our writing supplies. From long-lasting highlighters to classic ballpoints, we've got the tools you need to get you through college, and an all-night study session.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
Find the perfect writing tools.
Pens
Your favorite pen just has that certain something. Maybe it's the smooth write of gel ink. Maybe it's a comfy grip. Or, maybe it's a pattern that's so you, no one dares swipe it. No matter what makes a pen your number one choice, you'll find it here.
Markers
The easy cleanup of dry-erase markers make them the best tools for a brainstorm. Fine-tips are for perfectionists who like to get in every detail. If you're fearless, get permanent makers. They've got bold, long-lasting ink that won't fade.
Pencils
If you're looking for a pencil that can last, go for the refillable lead mechanical model. Tough on your writing tools? An unbreakable, standard yellow #2 can survive anything from furious brainstorm scribbling to the depths of any backpack.
Highlighters
Pen-style highlighters are great for those who underline. If you flood your sentences in fluorescent, a tank size can deliver. Once you've picked your style, consider color. Yellows are for those who keep it classic, but a multicolor pack are more for those who color code. You know who you are.
Art Supplies
Crayons are great for beginners, plus they've got a unique texture. Colored pencils are for those who want to give their projects a more detailed look with shading. Next, pick your color variety. Some need a 64 mega box to summon their creativity where others just need 10 classic colors and a blank page.
Extra Essentials
Leftover Chinese food is awesome. Bumming paper plates and forks from your friends: not so awesome. Start stocking up on basics like paper products, cleaners, hand sanitizer and more. And be sure to load up your dorm room with snacks that satisfy. Cookies, pretzels and energy drinks have been known to bond roommates for life.
Staples Faves: Here are a few of our top picks.
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