What does the College Mag Staff want for Christmas? Ask and you shall receive.
Funds for our hobbies
“I’m really into painting so all I’d really like for Christmas are some new paints, canvases and brushes.” -Erin Nebbia
“For Christmas, I want either some watercolor paint to further expand my paint collection (especially because I want to paint a lot when I got abroad next semester) or some good running gear. I’m running my first half marathon in London this spring and I’m so excited!” -Melissa Harris
“What I want for Christmas is my own set of Aerial Silks so I can practice and perform on my own. Practicing silks is a way for me to express myself creatively and physically.” -Ariana Theofan
Non-shrunk Clothes
“I would love some new sweaters since the washing machines in my freshman dorm shrunk all of mine!” -Meghan Gresk
Some Hipster Tech
“Crosley CR8005A-TU Cruiser Portable Turntable (Turquoise).” -Emily Johnson
“For the past two years I’ve gotten really into collecting records and the one that I’ve been dying to have is Ultimate Sinatra so if I can get that my collection will be complete and I can jam out to songs even my parents didn’t grow up on. But if I don’t get it, I can settle for getting a velociraptor that shoots lasers out its eyes and makes bomb hamburgers tbh.” -Brandon Cordoves
Anything Kate Spade
“Kate Spade Cedar Street Harmony Crossbody in Mulled Wine.” -Isabella Senzamici
Danny Zuko chops
“This Christmas I’m asking for a new leather jacket! The one I’ve had since 8th grade is finally letting its cheapness show, and leather jackets are perfect for the wonderfully unpredictable Maryland weather. Plus, they’ve been in style since the 50s, with no end in sight.” -Natalie Grim
Good ol’ Chucks
“What I want for Christmas: Black Chucks. Why? They’re classic. You can dress them up or grunge them down.” -Gabriela Adarve
Snuggle Gear
“I want a giant teddy bear. Look at it. It’s so fluffy, I’m gonna die!” -Rocio Cosme
Professional Clothes (Lol)
“I’m going to be doing my student teaching next semester, and then (hopefully) teaching after that, so all I’ve asked for is school supplies and teacher clothes. This J Crew jacket is pretty much the most beautiful coat I’ve ever seen and it’s way nicer than my bright pink North Face.” -Lisamarie DiOrio
Ralphie’s Dream
“I want a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass in the stock, and this thing which tells time, but everyone keeps telling me that I’ll shoot my eye out!” -Max Dietz
Binge-worthy DVDs
“One thing I want is a Gilmore Girls box set, because it’s my favorite show. I’ve literally seen every episode at least 6 times and who knows when it’s going to be taken off Netflix?” -Valerie Siu
Lots of Leggings
“I just want black leggings. My only pair ripped and I’m just like wtf else do I wear.” -Mackenzie Raetz
“I’m pretty basic and all I really want are black leggings and high socks like the ones from Free People.” -Kristen Baker
Plane Tickets
“Plane tickets: I haven’t traveled much in my life, but I think the ultimate gift would be having the opportunity to go anywhere I want. I’m obsessed with anywhere tropical at the moment, so if I can get a ticket to someplace warm, I’d be very grateful.”- Erika Bell
“This year I’m hoping to receive plane tickets to Texas. My friend and I were talking about how I needed to visit her in Austin at some point and realized that it could be a reality over Christmas break! I’ve made a vow with myself to never turn down an invitation to visit a friend’s hometown– it provides such a personal, authentic way to see the country.” -Ally Bartoszewicz
The Impossible
“Lunch with Nick Offerman. So we can become the best buds.” -Nicholas Demott
“Ron Swanson. Well, bobblehead style. I’m still in denial that Parks and Recreation is official over. This little guy embodies Ron’s sassy Scrooge attitude and might lessen the tears of my first holiday without the Pawnee squad (key word: might).” -Sara Butler
Anything Disney
“I’m low-key obsessed with Disney, especially their latest Oscar winner, Big Hero 6. Every time Disney puts out a new film, they release ‘The Art of’ that film–a fully illustrated book of concept art and sketches. If I could get my hands on ‘The Art of Big Hero 6’ I might pass out.” -Rachel Mann
“For Christmas, I want a lifetime ticket to Disney World (never going to happen, but a girl can dream).” -Celina Pelaez
What we all truly want
“All I want for Christmas is you. Just kidding. I just want Harry Styles. Preferably in nothing but a bow underneath my Christmas tree. Thanks, Santa.” -Elizabeth Alvarado
The Impossible Pt. Two
“For Christmas this year I’d like my sanity back. If anyone finds it, please let me know.” -Rachel Aldrich
A Real Camera
“Yes, iPhones are great for Vine, Snapchat, and Instagram videos, but no matter how convenient they are, they just aren’t the top-notch quality required for short films. This year, I’m asking for a Canon SLR EOS Rebel T5 (essentially, an actual camera to shoot film). Even with a new camera, I’d still be one of the only remaining diehard Vine fans. #BringVineBack.” -Dallas Simms
Our Fav Books
“I would really like a copy of the book Gone with the Wind. It’s one of my favorite movies and I’d love to read the book.” -Tamiera Vandegrift
“Just started reading Stephen King’s The Dark Tower series and since I only have the first book (such sadness since I’m pretty much done with it), any other books in the series would be amazing (even one here and there would be amazing as long as I had at least the next one to read). But yeah, books…mostly books.” -Lauren Bernasconi
“Books on books on books. I am an obsessive reader and I will read anything from classics to contemporary, and love to write as well. All I need to be happy is a couple good books and a leather notebook.” -Katherine McCartin
Star Wars Shoes
“What I really would like for Christmas are Star Wars shoes so I can be the coolest padawan at the Jedi Temple and also rep my bro Master Yoda on a daily basis. Awesome, they are.” –Austin Manchester
Just Money, Please and Thank You
“I’m going to be studying abroad this summer, so I’m basically just asking everyone I know for money/things I might need while I’m over there.” -Kelsey D’Auben
“I really love the color green, especially when it’s on pieces of paper with dead guys plastered on the front. I’m headed off to New Zealand this summer for conservation work, so all I want for Christmas is funding!” -Kristen Romes
Anything We’re Too Cheap To Replace
“New earbuds — only one bud works. A new phone — only the bottom half of the screen works. New shoes — I don’t own a pair of shoes that don’t have holes in them. A personal shopper — because I’m not disciplined enough to address my issues before they become real problems.” -Zach Russell
“Well I need a new Macbook charger because mine was ancient and had to be thrown out.” -Kristen Baker
“I need a new backpack, as mine is currently being held together by safety pins and binder clips.” -Lindsay Nigh
Makeup
“Christmas time means makeup time. This year I want Santa to bring me the morphe35o palette! It has great fall and winter colors that’ll be sure to make my eyes pop.” -Skye Haynes
A girl can dream
“What I need for Christmas is a planner because I’m overloading next semester and need to keep track of everything. What I’d want for Christmas is this Hello Kitty camera from Urban Outfitters because then I could take pictures and be super cute! It’s really expensive, though, so I’m settling for the planner.” -Elizabeth Lowman
Flannels
“For Christmas (and for any time of the year really) I want oversized flannel shirts. I can throw one on with leggings and run around, or dress it up with a skirt and boots, or wear one with old jeans and look like I’m about to build something. I’m a fannel of the flannel.” -Caroline Crook
Gas. Yes, Gas.
“For Christmas I’m asking for gas gift cards because I drive a lot and gas is well, expensive. Also asking for North Face backpack because I like to carry everything with me, wherever I go.” -Megan Wesley
The impossible pt. three
“For Christmas I want a Triangl bikini to wear on my trip to Florida over break. And possibly a magical way to lose 10 pounds so I can look good in it after finals stress when calories never count… right?” -Alaina Anderson
To be hired
“I certainly don’t want you for Christmas, or Hanukkah for that matter. Instead, an internship with Ellen DeGeneres, Buzzfeed, E! news, or the like is at the top of my list.” -Sara Malinow
“Santa, my wishlist item is an internship literally anywhere that will take my sorry ass. Oh, and an iPhone 6–I’m tryna stay hip with the kids.” -Lauren Yevak
More celebrities
“I want a Gladiator poster and/or lunch with Russell Crowe. It’s tied for my favorite movie (along with Roman Holiday) and while I have a million posters in my room, that’s the one poster I don’t have. Oh, and probably anything from Sephora, just in case that lunch date ever comes true (I’ll have to look my best for Russ.)” -Rubiat Ali
“Dear Santa: I would like another meet and greet with Demi Lovato.” -Amy Lukac
Our Health
“I would like some medical surgery I receive to work amazingly make my brain work wonderfully. If I cannot wish for that I would like some anything that’s not a piece of clothing.” -Marianna Sorensen
Tech tech tech
“I’d love a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Nook for the holidays. It would be great!” -Chris Ransburg
For the Athletes
“Rock Climbing gear. I would like new rock climbing shoes. My shoes are all worn out and it’s time for a new pair! Also, a new leather journal as mine is falling apart!” -Elizabeth Hsieh
Happy holidays from the CM team!
