To encourage healthy habits and help properly fuel the minds of college students, pack up a basket of fresh fruit. This can include apples, oranges, pears and any other fruit they may like. In addition to being healthy and good for them, fruit can handle the rigors of shipping should the package need to be shipped. Other healthy ideas include packaging bagels and muffins with fruit spreads. For healthy grab-and-go snacks, consider portioning nuts and trail mix ahead of time for easy on-the-go snacking. Dried fruit, whole wheat crackers and granola are among other popular brain fuel options for college students.
Late-night study sessions can leave college students tired and hungry. Goody baskets, including some of your college student's favorite snacks and treats, can be just the thing to keep them going. Especially during exam time, students will appreciate gifts containing potato chips, chewing gum and other candy favorites. Include a variety of potato chip flavors and consider baked snack chips for a healthier snack. Candy favorites, such as chocolate candy bars, hard fruit candy and gummy candy, will be appreciated and easily shared with study friends and roommates. Other options include animal crackers, pudding cups, cracker packs and cookies.
When it comes to homesick college students, think hometown and family favorites. The gifts should remind them of home and get them through until the next visit home. Include popular local favorites, ranging from bottled sauces to frozen favorites. Check with your favorite ice cream store or restaurant to see whether they offer delivery service. For family favorites, consider packaging up the ingredients along with the recipe to a favorite dinner or casserole. Sending food gifts can become a regular occurrence throughout their college years. Making them unique with family traditions and favorites will make them even more special.