Securing a degree is always worth celebrating, but the last few graduating classes have overcome more than standard all-nighters and strict professors. After dealing with an ongoing pandemic, remote learning, and the rising prices of everything from food to fuel, the graduates of 2023 have succeeded against all odds. It might be hard to find a gift that perfectly summarizes how proud you are of them, but we’ve compiled a list that should help. There are gifts for their first adult job, a move to a new city, or some well-deserved summer relaxation while they plan their next adventure.
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Updated May 2023: We’ve replaced old recommendations with new ones, including kitchen essentials and loungewear.
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