Students are dressing for comfort this semester, hauling their books and essentials all in one bag. 

Freshman education major Asma Marghalani got her bag from DKNY. Marghalani said her style is cheerful with bright colors.

Freshman accounting major Helena Buck got her bag from Citi Trends in Matteson.

“Comfort comes first, especially when going to class,” Buck said.

Abigail Williams, freshman physical therapy major, said she got her bag from Walmart. Williams said she has a very relaxed, comfortable style.

Angel Hannah, freshman child development major, bought her bag at Target. Hannah said she wears “lots of unique patterns.”