Graduation, at any stage, is tied to varying emotions: excitement, apprehension, nostalgia, pride. A graduate is often said to have their whole life ahead of them, which can be a thrilling, but often daunting, prospect!  Celebrate the graduate in your life and ease their mind at the same time with these no-pressure gift ideas:

For the College-Bound Graduate
• Apparel from their college of choice is always a great gift. A sweatshirt, hat or anything that can be worn while cheering on the home team is sure to get a lot of use!
• For those who will be living in a dorm room, anything that creates more space or storage is an ideal present. Think about the plastic stacking bins that come in cool colors, shoe racks for the closet and portable cosmetic cases for toiletries and personal items.
• Worried that they’ll go hungry without Mom’s home cooking? There are plenty of cookbooks designed for college students with limited budgets, kitchen space and attention spans! Check out Amazon.com for a great selection.

For Those Entering the Working World
• A planner is a great gift for anyone starting their first job. They’ll feel more professional (and punctual!) keeping their appointments and messages in one place.
• For those whose career (or social life) will take them far from home, consider luggage or travel accessories. Nothing becomes more valuable than a suitcase with wheels when you’re rushing through an airport terminal!

For the Sentimental Graduate
• With the excitement of new experiences, comes the sadness of leaving the old ones behind. Delight your nostalgic graduate with a photo memento of the previous year. Visit HP’s Activity Center for endless ideas for photo gift projects. Your creation is sure to be treasured by the recipient for years to come!
• When everyone else in their life is giving them advice, give them inspiration! A motivating book or story can stay with them forever, as well as the fondness for the person who gave it to them. Try one of Anna Quindlen’s classics, such as A Short Guide to a Happy Life or Being Perfect for messages that are sure to resonate.