Graduation is one of life’s happiest and most exciting milestones, but possibly one of the hardest to find the right gift. The gifts given to graduates from their university, friends and family will vary according to the grads themselves, but rest assured we’ve found items everyone would be thrilled to receive from their alma mater.

Hats Off to the Grads!

Graduation season is upon us! Commencement ceremonies are scheduled, announcements are ordered, and graduates are preparing for the next chapter of their lives. Now is the time to discuss graduation gifts. The cost and customization of personalized gifts for graduation  shouldn’t be so daunting. In honor of all of our graduates this year, we’ve compiled some of the best graduation gifts that everyone is sure to love.

The Best Summer Ever 

After finals grades are posted and graduation ceremonies have concluded - it’s time for a much needed break! Help prep graduates for summer with high-quality vacation essentials that boast the school’s colors and logo.

The 4-person trolley picnic bag is perfect for every graduate’s summer travels.It’s spacious enough to carry all of the delicious essentials. With several pockets and wheels for easy transport, this is a clear-cut favorite. Trolley Picnic Bag on Wheels Image

For a more compact, cooler bag, the 24-can cooler can be thrown right over your shoulder and taken wherever you go. You cannot go wrong with cool gifts that keep the summer heat at bay. 24-Can Cooler Bag Image

Comfort and functionality are the name of the game with the mystic 3-in-1 backpack cooler. A sturdy backpack with padded straps, a built-in removable lined cooler compartment, mesh side pockets, adjustable waist straps, and loops. Take the backpack or the cooler, or take them together with plenty of  room for every necessity.  Mystic 3-in-1 Backpack Cooler

Heading Off on their Next Adventure

Graduates are closing one chapter of their lives and moving onto the next. Great graduation gifts include branded merchandise that can help them transition into their new season of life while helping them show off their graduate status with school customization.

This durable, slick looking utility organizing/trunk tote is what every grad needs to head off on their next adventure. Whether they are going off to college, entering the job field, or taking time to travel, this tote will keep them organized and ready to go. UtilityTrunk Tote Image

Stainless steel water bottles, tumblers, and vacuum insulated mugs are all great to toss in a bag and go to an interview, first day at a new job, or anywhere the day takes you. Whether that means keeping water cold or coffee hot, everyone needs a faithful traveling buddy. 

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What’s a better way to travel than having a cooler, backpack, and camping chair all in one. They can keep all of their gear in one place, and have a seat when they want to take a break. This works for traveling, sightseeing, or taking in an outdoor event. 

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Staying Organized Has Never Been Easier

With the whirl of job applications, career fairs, meetings, social outings, and daily responsibilities, it’s important for grads to stay organized. These promotional products with the school’s branding will make post-graduation activities a breeze.

The Broome Mini Journal comes with everything you need to stay on track with its own pen, flags, and sticky notes. Write down important dates, affirmations, or your to-do list. Its compact size makes it easy to take along. 

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If you want to remain stylish, and eco-friendly while keeping track of all of your accessories, the Sterling RPET Zippered Padfolio has it all. Made from recycled water bottles, there is an exterior, and interior pocket, slots to hold business cards, a windowed ID pocket, and a phone stand. It even has loops to hold everything from your phone charger to your pens and more, all alongside a lined writing pad for notes. 

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With digital calendars, and online tasks, the smartphone truly is a computer in your pocket. An impeccably-designed wireless charging pad (for Qi-enabled devices) is a great gift all around. There is nothing more frustrating than a smartphone with a dead battery. Stay connected without bulky chargers or tangled cords. Ashford 10W RPET & Cork Wireless Charging Pad Image

Give the Perfect Send-off with a Gift Set 

Can’t decide which gift you want to give to celebrate this year’s graduates? With so many awesome choices, it can be hard to choose. Showing your gratitude and recognizing all of the hard work that has been done can be said with the ultimate gift set. 

The Gratitude 4-piece Thank You gift set includes a wireless charger, an insulated mug, USB hub, a 7-in-1 utility pen with an LED light, compass, screwdriver, phone stand, and stylus. All of the tools someone might need while on-the-go, all in one great set. There are also several different variations of the gift sets to choose from including one, two, three, and four-piece sets. Gratitude 4-Piece Thank You gift set image

Looking for More Personalized Gifts for Graduation?

If you are looking for more personalized gifts for graduation, contact Ironmark’s promotional products and apparel experts to see what customized gifts that are perfect for every graduate. We have a large variety of products at every price point to meet any school’s budget. 

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Written by John Lamon

Starting at Ironmark in 2020 as the Director of Business Development, John Lamon brings 35 years of industry experience helping customers maximize their brand and helping Ironmark's sales team to build success. John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business from the University of Maryland and is passionate in trying to be the best at work, at play, and at home.