Summer 's not over, but school will soon be back in session at colleges and universities across Michigan .

As students prepare to head back to campus for fall, students should consider backpacks, water bottles, first aid kits, laptops and whether to rent or purchase books, among other things.

Here's what to consider before heading back to campus.

Pick out your favorite backpack style

A backpack can be a key essential for carrying around your coursework on campus, includijng your laptop, books, notebooks and more.

Choose from a variety of options for your preferred style, with stores selling everything from multi-colored to solid black backpacks. From your local Meijer or Target to Dick's Sporting Goods or Kohl's, online shopping or your campus bookstore, there are plenty to c

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