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Shop for family, friends, or coworkers white elephant gift exchange ideas that won't break the bank

The Best White Elephant Gifts Under $40

Shop for family, friends, or coworkers white elephant gift exchange ideas that won't break the bank   Great news: you've been invited to a white elephant party...now what? Finding the...
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How to Always Keep Your Hand Sanitizer in Reach

How to Always Keep Your Hand Sanitizer in Reach

Keep this essential in an easy-to-reach spot in your backpack—so you never come up empty-handed when you need it.   From grocery runs to road trips, the one thing you...
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7 Best Bike Backpacks to Fit Your Riding Style

7 Best Bike Backpacks to Fit Your Riding Style

You may ride your bike for various reasons—to enjoy your local park, run errands, commute to school or work, or for a good workout. Yet everyone experiences the same challenge:...
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The Coolest Backpacks to Vibe With in 2025

The Coolest Backpacks to Vibe With in 2025

A new year means it's time to embrace a fresh backpack that vibes with your newest and best self. Some of our favorite backpacks have unique, attention-grabbing designs that are...
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TikTok Fashion Trends: Your Trusty Backpack

TikTok Fashion Trends: Your Trusty Backpack

We all know that TikTok is no longer simply for getting your groove on to the latest remix—however good (or not so good) at dancing and singing you might be....
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Best Work Backpacks for Every Type of Worker (And What to Pack)

Best Work Backpacks for Every Type of Worker (And What to Pack)

Which type of worker are you? Whether you work from home, commute to a big city, or anywhere in between, you’re going to want a backpack that’s stylish, practical, and,...
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What’s In Your Backpack? The Top 7 Backpack Accessories You Need

What’s In Your Backpack? The Top 7 Backpack Accessories You Need

A good, reliable backpack is much more than just a means to carry your laptop or water bottle. It’s an extension of personal style, a helping hand as you tackle...
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5 Backpacks for Every Retro Core Aesthetic

5 Backpacks for Every Retro Core Aesthetic

Do you love a particular era or decade? While scientists haven’t figured out time travel yet, fashion is a cool way to peek back in time. And, with trends like...
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Our Favorite Pickleball Bags, and What to Pack in Them

Our Favorite Pickleball Bags, and What to Pack in Them

Pickleball might not be a new sport—it dates back to the 1960s—but it’s been gaining popularity in recent years thanks to its sociable style and easy-to-learn rules. To the uninitiated,...
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The Future is Accessible Why Adaptive Approaches Matter

The Future is Accessible Why Adaptive Approaches Matter

As a person with a disability, I carry a lot with me every single day. Now I don’t have to worry about adapting my backpacks with JanSport’s new adaptive backpack...
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A Space-Inspired Backpack That’s Out Of This World

A Space-Inspired Backpack That’s Out Of This World

Have you ever looked up at the stars and spotted the Big Dipper or Pegasus constellations? Stargazing from home is fun, but did you know you can see stars and...
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How to Choose the Perfect Black Backpack

How to Choose the Perfect Black Backpack

Black backpacks are perennially popular style staples—and for good reason. Always on trend and never out of fashion, they’re a worthy investment and something you’ll wear for years to come....
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Find The Best Commuter Backpack

Find The Best Commuter Backpack

Being a commuter college student can be a lot of fun, but it comes with its own challenges. Getting to class can be a concern as parking spots fill up...
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7 Prints To Live Your Best Boho Life

7 Prints To Live Your Best Boho Life

Boho, short for bohemian—which if you’re studying for your history exam, is a region of Eastern Europe, evokes images of long flowy dresses, fresh flowers, and calm vibes. The boho...
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Style, But Make It Functional Too

Style, But Make It Functional Too

If you’ve ever been pleasantly surprised to discover your new outfit comes with pockets, then you know how fun and delightful it is to blend style with function. If you...
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Why You Need a Mini Backpack in Your Life

Why You Need a Mini Backpack in Your Life

Why go big when you can go small? Bigger doesn’t necessarily mean better, especially in the accessories department. After all, there are times when a bigger bag is just a...
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Student Life
5 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During Your First Year of College

5 Ways to Support Your Mental Health During Your First Year of College

Managing your mental health is crucial to surviving the first year of college. These five tips can help.   Your first year of college will be one of the most...
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4 Surprisingly Effective Self-Care Activities for Students

4 Surprisingly Effective Self-Care Activities for Students

These creative ideas will help you destress ASAP.   Right now, self-care is critical for everyone—but it’s especially important for students. Regardless of what your school or job might be...
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The 4 Best Ways to Practice Self-Care on a Budget

The 4 Best Ways to Practice Self-Care on a Budget

Now’s the perfect time to stay at home and focus on much-needed wellness. These self-care tips make for a fun, inexpensive way to indulge—without leaving the house.   Prioritizing wellbeing...
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Planning the Perfect First-Day Outfit

Planning the Perfect First-Day Outfit

Whether you’re going in-person or taking classes online, here’s how to pull together an outfit that makes you feel great. Summer’s almost over, and the first day of school is...
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Top 10 Back To School Tips

Top 10 Back To School Tips

JanSport Jul 21, 2024 As the summer break draws to a close, many kids and adults across the US are facing the new school year with a sense of apprehension.We...
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What's the Best Backpack for Your College Major?

What's the Best Backpack for Your College Major?

Choosing a new backpack is a rite of passage for any college student, whether you’re returning to campus or just starting your freshman year. Not to mention, it’s just plain...
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Packing for a Sleepover? What You Need to Know

Packing for a Sleepover? What You Need to Know

Movies, popcorn, binge-watching your favorite TV shows, and blaring Taylor or Bey. Or maybe you’re board game fanatics, or taking down enemies on the Xbox. There’s nothing like spending the...
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Our Best Packs For College

Our Best Packs For College

Bear, Bulldog, Spartan or Gator Check out these 5 college backpacks that are ready to make every college activity easier. SuperBreak Plus: When you can pick any JanSport backpack, what...
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What to Keep in Your Backpack

What to Keep in Your Backpack

Keeping these essentials on hand will ensure that you stay safe, no matter where you end up going. Whether you’re back on campus, embarking on mini adventures around your neighborhood,...
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How to Organize Your Backpack Like a Pro

How to Organize Your Backpack Like a Pro

Now is the perfect time to get your bag back in order. Chances are, your backpack is tucked away somewhere right now, filled with everything from notebooks and binders to...
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Usage & Care
Usage & Care
Your Ultimate Convention Survival Guide

Your Ultimate Convention Survival Guide

Con season is here at last! If you’re going to Comic-Con or VidCon for the first time this year, you’re probably feeling a little overwhelmed. After all, there’s just so...
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How to Keep Your Backpack Organized: Tips and Tricks

How to Keep Your Backpack Organized: Tips and Tricks

Organizing tips might not seem like they’d make that much of an impact on your life. But think about it: You’re on campus about to start your first class of...
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What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack

What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack

What You Need to Know About Sanitizing Your Backpack Keep your backpack clean and germ-free with these expert tips. The pandemic has made me hyperaware of the possible germs lingering...
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Adventure Guide
Underrated U.S. Cities to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

Underrated U.S. Cities to Add to Your Travel Bucket List

If you’re starting your U.S. travel adventure, you’ve probably considered famous tourist cities like New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago. But before solidifying your travel bucket list ideas, consider some...
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The Best Carry-on Backpacks for International Travel

The Best Carry-on Backpacks for International Travel

There’s so much out there in the world to see. Whether you’re traveling overseas with family and friends or embarking on a solo trip, preparing to fly away from home...
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How To Travel With Just A Carry On For A Weekend Getaway With Friends

How To Travel With Just A Carry On For A Weekend Getaway With Friends

Traveling light has many advantages, like being able to breeze through baggage claim without waiting for a checked bag. However, for some, the thought of jetting off on vacation with...
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The Best Weekender Bags for a Short Trip

The Best Weekender Bags for a Short Trip

There are few things more exciting than planning a weekend getaway. Whether you decide to spend a little down time at the beach or hit a hiking trail for some...
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9 Tips for Vacationing With a Wheelchair

9 Tips for Vacationing With a Wheelchair

When you have a disability, you know the struggles of planning a vacation to the beach all too well. I want to share some tips I have learned over the...
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How to Pack a Backpack for a Week’s Vacation

How to Pack a Backpack for a Week’s Vacation

Trying to pack light? Follow these minimal packing tips to cut down on your luggage the next time you travel. Hate lugging a ton of suitcases on a trip? Dread...
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Sustainability
7 Fulfilling Jobs that Help the Environment

7 Fulfilling Jobs that Help the Environment

We can’t argue that global warming is real, but we can debate on the measures we can take to lessen our negative impact on the planet. If you’re looking for...
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How To Recycle (Properly): 5 Easy Tips

How To Recycle (Properly): 5 Easy Tips

Recycling is a great way to do your part for the environment, and it has many benefits, such as reducing waste, saving energy, and conserving natural resources. But it’s not...
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Gen Z and Sustainability: How To Go Green

Gen Z and Sustainability: How To Go Green

Gen Z is the generation that cares the most about sustainability. So much so that they’re more widely involved driving sustainability efforts along with environmental activism and awareness than any...
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The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style

The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style

The Best Sustainable Bags to Channel Eco-Friendly Style Going green doesn't mean sacrificing style or quality. There are so many ways to incorporate sustainability into your everyday life—but the one...
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Best Sustainable Backpacks for Eco-Friendly Travel

Best Sustainable Backpacks for Eco-Friendly Travel

By making a conscious decision to buy an eco-friendly backpack for college made by a brand committed to sustainable and ethical manufacturing practices, you can help to limit waste, reduce...
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Check Out Our Most Eco-Conscious Backpack Ever

Check Out Our Most Eco-Conscious Backpack Ever

Searching for a sustainable backpack? Look no further. The JanSport SuperBreak backpack was the style that started it all. Now in 30 colors and prints, it’s known as one of...
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