37 Genius Gifts For Professors So Great They Should Probably Have Tenure

Updated: May 12 2022
37 Genius Gifts For Professors So Great They Should Probably Have Tenure
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Class is in session and you're about to be schooled in the best gifts for professors there ever were. Math professors, science professors, English professors, the subject they teach doesn't matter, any professor will love the ideas listed here. Outfit a professor's office with cool personalized gifts they can take with them into their retirement from teaching or desk organizers that'll make it look like they've got it together (hint: they don't). Celebrate their tenure with coffee mugs that adjunct and associate colleagues will wish they had, too. Show your gratitude with a teacher appreciation gift that even the college students they teach will be envious of. Give it the old college try and treat the prof in your life to one of these genius gifts today!

The Book Of Useless Information

One clever way to get your student's attention on the first day of class is by dropping some random, off-the-wall, incredible but true information on them on the first day of class. This book may be full of useless information and random facts, but it'll turn a professor into the coolest guy at the party.
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Wireless Presenter Remote

They'll think they're teaching at Hogwarts with his magic wand in hand. The Bluetooth remote can be paired with tons of common apps (like Apple Pages and Powerpoint), has buttons for volume and slide change functionality, and a laser-pointer to show important info. It's a must-have for large and small lecture classes where details matter.
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Magnetic Levitating Globe

A professor would be the first to tell you that the world is your oyster, but it's better when they can tell you that with an example nearby. This cool globe harnesses the power of magnets to gently levitate and spin between its C-shaped holder.
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F in Exams Funny Calendar

Sometimes when a student is wrong they're oh-so-right, and that's every example in F in Exams. The day-to-day calendar will get your professor excited about coming to work, even on Mondays, with hilarious student screw-ups submitted from other profs around the nation.
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SOMA All-in-One Brew Bottle

Save a prof a little time in the morning before class with a brew bottle that does it all. This insulated glass travel tumbler doubles as the storage container and steeping spot for cold brew. It's suitable for hot and cold beverages and can make tea as well thanks to its super-fine stainless steel sieve.
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LapGear Pro Lap Desk

Grading papers is a lot better on the psyche when a prof can kick back on the couch and watch some Netflix while doing it. This lap desk will put them in the perfect position with a wide spot for their laptop, room for a mouse, and a prop for their phone so they can see incoming emails from students.
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Ember Temperature Controlled Coffee Mug

There's not a lot of time between lectures to just sit and sip coffee, but the Ember is here to save the day. The mug connects to an app that allows the user to control the temp they want their beverage to stay at. The mug stays hot for hours and when it's on its coaster, it stays hot forever.
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100 Books Bucket List Scratch Off Poster

Have you ever met a professor that didn’t have a pile of books taller than a horse? Well, they can never have too many and with this poster on their wall, they have an excuse to buy more. From classics to contemporary wonders, and books spanning all genres, this scratch off poster is as much art as it is inspiration.
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Aristotle Quote Pen

A teacher can take inspiration from one of the greatest minds of all time with this Aristotle quote pen. The utensil is printed with the philosopher's words and has a rollerball for a smooth writing experience.
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Sock Joy Sock Subscription Box

Professors are lowkey really competitive around the office when it comes to socks, they like to be the ones with the coolest looking feet. Sock Joy will keep them in the game with a pair of socks delivered once a month. There are hundreds of designs and new ones all the time so they'll never get the same pair twice.
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F in Exams: The Very Best Totally Wrong Test Answers

This book is required reading for all professors and they'll read it cover to cover in one sitting. The book is packed with terribly bad answers from students that failed tests in the most hilarious ways possible.
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Panda Planner Planner for Happiness and Productivity

Writing syllabi, tending to their own research, grading papers, and writing books can be draining if one doesn't have the right materials to stay organized. The Panda Planner is built for people who need to be productive and has a specific format and activities/prompts to help the user live their best, most streamlined and happy lives.
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Bento Lunch Box

There's gotta be a scientific study somewhere that proves lunch is tastier from a cute bento box than a crappy brown bag. This eco-friendly tub keeps food fresh and compartmented (re: it won't get soggy) all day and comes with reusable utensils.
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Dictionary Book Safe

Thanks to Google, there's one book that no one reaches for anymore, which is precisely why this is the book that'll keep your secret stuff safe. It looks like a dictionary and will blend in seamlessly with other old-fashioned books, but it's empty on the inside, secured with a lock and key to store valuables.
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Albert Einstein Bust Planter

Raise the IQ of the room a few points by bringing one of the world's most brilliant minds into the office. This genius planter is crafted with ceramic and measures 3" deep. It's great for succulents or a few herbs.
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Herbal Tea Gift Set

Help a teacher unwind a little bit with an herbal tea gift set packed with blends that taste delicious and nourish the body. This box has 14 loose leaf pyramids packed with caffeine-free teas that each feature a different luscious, fruity flavor.
$28 .00

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Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree Starter Kit

As office decor or something to keep on the shelf at home, a bonsai tree is a great option. This kit has the soil pods and seeds to grow four different species of tree and instructions on how to care for them. The trees are low maintenance so even non-green thumbs can make their own forest.
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Dry Erase Marker Gift Set

Professors with big ideas need a lot of things to write them with. The whiteboard (no one uses chalk anymore) will be more colorful than ever with this set on hand. With a dozen different color choices and cleaning supplies, it's a way to start the school year off right.
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Bean Box Gourmet Coffee Sample Box

Treat your professor to the truest gift of all, avoiding the office coffee, with BeanBox. The sample box is packed with four delicious blends of gourmet coffee, each single-origin and roasted to perfection to bring out their best flavor notes. It's available as a subscription, too, so you can technically treat them to great coffee every month.
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Memory Foam Lumbar Support Pillow

Help a professor be smart about their posture with a memory foam pillow that'll make sitting in their office chair ergonomic. This pillow easily attaches to the chair and provides the curving support they need to keep the spine and hips aligned for maximum comfort.
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Chemistry 101 Book Flask Cover

Students are the problem and alcohol is the solution! For real, though, it is a solution, and no matter what the problem is, this "textbook" will solve it. The book hides an engraved stainless steel flask that'll never give its flavor to the spirit inside of it.
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Cookies, Candy, & Snacks Care Package

They might not be engaging in late-night study sessions but if you think a professor doesn't need snacks for late-night paper grading, we have some news for you. This care package of sweet, salty, and crunchy goodies will keep them going long into the night. The box contains 32 individually wrapped snacks, just enough for finals season.
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Beverage Clip for Desks

Keep those ungraded papers safe from spills by keeping your beverage off of your desk completely. Cans, bottles, or pint glasses, this beverage clip can hold it all. The super-strong clamp fits on most standard-size desks.
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A Big Box of Red Pens

Blue pens just don't have the same gravitas that red ones do when it comes to grading papers. Ruining dreams or making dreams come true happens with this box of red pens. There are 12 in the box, each with a rollerball for a smooth grading experience.
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Airbnb Gift Card

As soon as graduation is over and all the finals are graded, a professor is FREE! Send them on a well-deserved sabbatical with an Airbnb gift card. All the places they've taught about learned about, and are interested in visiting are at their fingertips, as well as cultural experiences that will enrich their lives.
$100 .00

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