11 Smart Ways To Turn Your Dorm Room Into A Work Space

Listen, you're not going to want to do school work when you're at college, but you actually have to. Sorry! Make it enjoyable with these hacks, brought to you by Target.

1. Start with the right lighting.

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The right lighting is KEY in productive working. Move your desk near a naturally sunny spot and use "indirect" lighting at much as possible, i.e., mason jars with string lights! Romantic and soft on the eyes.

2. Surround yourself with motivation.

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Especially if the motivation is also functional! This pen holder is sassy, like you, and keeps you on point.

3. Personalize your accessories.

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If your desk is welcoming you'll be more inclined to work at it! Decorate frames, add some candles and get colorful notebooks to add fun to an otherwise boring place.

4. Employ a classic.

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Like this classic schoolroom clock. It will transport you to the classroom and put you in working mode.

5. Chalkboard paint!!

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Only one of the best advancements known to man! Paint a wall in your room with chalkboard paint to write down to-dos, reminders and words you should be studying—duh.

6. (Or make your own chalkboard.)

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In case your college isn't cool with painting the actual walls of your dorm room, here's how to make a DIY chalkboard.

7. Take every opportunity to surround yourself with knowledge!

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This cell phone charger is also a copy of Anne of Green Gables. Look classy and feel smart charging your phone with a BOOK!

8. Two words: yarn wall.

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For fashion majors and knitting enthusiasts this is an amazing way to organize AND make your room look ridiculously cool.

9. Make research as easy as possible.

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Make your own personal library right by your desk and stock with dictionaries, style guides and thesauruses. This is a great way to stifle noise from surrounding rooms, and you'll feel really studious for consulting an actual dictionary.

10. Make a DIY calendar.

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Gone are the days of kitten calendars—you're an adult now! Make your own calendar that lasts for years instead of just 365 days. Here's an easy how-to for a dry erase calendar.

11. Add some freshness to your space.

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Keep the dorm room blues at bay with some plant life—it’ll make for a homier work environment.