Christmas is just around the corner! You can hear Christmas songs blasting through the hallways of Erb Hall and see the decorations transform from the scary spiders of Halloween to Christmas stockings hanging on the wall. Christmas might mean going back home or maybe just snuggling up in a blanket with your family, but it can also mean giving or receiving gifts. Don’t know what to give your loved ones this Christmas? Don’t worry, we got you!
Gifts for Nursing Students
Curated by Kate Kilmer, Senior
Compression socks ($8.99): Nursing comes with long hours standing. Compression socks help increase circulation of blood flow and oxygen.
Foldable nursing clipboard ($13.50): Perfect for making a quick medical reference. This is a tool that every nursing student should have in hand.
Stain Remover ($3.94): Nursing students need this for our scrubs
Badge Clip ($7.95): Show your Kansas pride with a sunflower badge clip. It’s cute and useful!
Gifts for Beauty Enthusiasts
Curated by Kerem De La Cruz, Freshman
Revolution brow pomade ($9): It has good quality and it’s almost as good as Anastasia Beverly Hills but much more affordable, and it comes with a brush.
Elf cosmetics concealer ($6): It’s affordable and has good coverage.
Elf cosmetics plumping lip gloss ($6): Keeps lips hydrated and glossy throughout the day. The colors are very good.
Maybelline Lash Sensational mascara ($4.71): Make eyelashes longer and fuller
NYX professional Makeup Vinyl Liquid Eyeliner($4.35): Good quality and lasts a long time. It is also very affordable.
Gifts That Scream Hesston College
Curated by Christie Hoskisson, Bookstore Manager and Carla Hurst, Preschool Teacher and Bookstore Assistant.
Hooded sweatshirts ($30-56): It is very warm and thick, perfect for winter
Beanies ($26): This is handy to have or give someone
Hats ($20-29) : Various hats to choose from on book store. Check out for their colorful hats
Water bottles ($14-25): A lot of options again with bottles, from tumblr to mug, bottles for everyone!
Gifts for Artists
Curated by Hanna Eastin, Art Professor, Regier Friesen Gallery Manager
Books on techniques or artists they like
Gift Cards for Art supplies! Recommended: Dick Blick, Michaels, local supply places
Gifts for Fine Art Enthusiasts
Curated by Hanna Eastin, Art Professor, Regier Friesen Gallery Manager
Arrange a studio visit with an artist they like or you want to share with them
Paint/craft/pottery night events in their local area
Gifts for the Dorm Room
Curated by Muskan Budha Magar, Sophomore
Wall tapestry ($9.79) “It looks really cute on the wall and if you add lights over the edges, your wall will become more pleasant to look at.”
Cute rugs ($12.99) “I put a rug under my bed, it is very comfortable to step on it before walking into carpet.”
Cloud Shaped Wall Storage Rack ($7.95) “This looks very aesthetically pleasing instead of regular shelves.”
Arrow Name Sign (starting at $2.02) “This is customized and shows that you have been thinking about them.”
Succulent Terrarium Wallflower Plug ($16.50): To keep my room fresh, I put wallflower and change the scent everytime it runs out.
Gifts for Foodies
Curated by Karen Audreyella, Junior
Food Clips ($6.97): These clips are useful to keep ants away from opened snacks.
Coffee French Press ($19.67): For coffee lovers, this is an essential.
Insulated cup ($15.95): I want this cup because it keeps tea, coffee, etc warm and cold.
Tea Infuser Set ($12.95): I love using this since it is cute but also holds tea leaves really good.
Handmade Noodle Bowl with Chopstick ($25.00): I always wanted one of this to eat my ramen with
Gifts for Readers
Curated by Cory Allen, English Professor
Book lights ($12.99): An avid reader often finds themselves needing to finish a book long after the light has gone out. A reading light is essential for those late night book binges.
Bookmarks ($9.95): Readers know that losing your place in a book can be a disaster. There are several choices for bookmarks, but these are a few of my favorites. The Nessie bookmark allows for a quirky account. The finger bookmarks are great for reading and studying. You can use the pointer to mark your specific place.
Socks- ($9.89): No longer will you be interrupted by someone asking what you are doing. Clearly show them you are not to be disturbed.
Blanket ($55.95): Cuddle up with the comforting words on this throw blanket. This blanket is designed to warm you inside and out.
Candle ($18.00): Create an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are surrounded by a large library even when you cannot get away.
Mug ($14.99): Nothing says curl up and read like a hot beverage. Whether you like coffee or tea, these mugs are great choices to highlight your love of reading.
Insult chart ($25.00): Reveal your inner sarcastic bookworm with this insult chart from the Bard’s works.
Want your gift to be more about spending quality time together? Or something that last beyond giving present? Read on!
Movie Recommendations
Curated by Donovan Tann, English Professor and Department Chair
Home Alone (1990): “I had trouble choosing between the first film and its New York City sequel for classic Christmas mayhem.”
Die Hard (1988): “Yes, this is exactly with Jake Peralta from Brooklyn Nine-Nine would say. We watched this one with my family over the holidays last year.”
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005): “Almost every Harry Potter movie has some Christmas elements, but only this one has the Yule Ball.”
Muppet Christmas Carol (1992): “Rizzo the Rat remains my favorite non-canonical Charles Dickens character.”
Book Subscription Recommendations
Curated by Cory Allen, English Professor
One of the best gifts for an avid reader is a subscription to a book club. These catered boxes deliver new reads every month. Here are a few of my favorite suggestions:
The Bookworm Box – This club comes with an autographed copy of a book and donates their profits to charities. (Starts from $9.99)
Once Upon a Book – This subscription comes with gifts that are designed to be opened at specific points during your reading. It is like a book scavenger hunt. (Starts from 34.99)
You finished the article! Now go get presents for your loved ones!
