1. Treat yo’ self to a new hot chocolate recipe
Who doesn’t like hot chocolate on a snow day? There’s a lot of ways to fancy up your traditional cup of winter wonder, though, besides just marshmallows! Try adding a dollop of maple syrup, a peppermint stick, or a teaspoon or two of peanut butter to spruce up your go-to snow day beverage. You never know what new addition may rock your world -- and your tastebuds… so go get chocolate wasted!!!!!!!!!!
2. Participate in a snow war
In the most stressful of weeks in college, sometimes a snow day can make all the difference and rescue your mental health in the nick of time. To work off some of that pent-up academic stress that comes with the impending and dreaded “finals week,” an intense snowball war may be just what the doctor ordered. So gather up some pals or a group of people on your floor who are up for a chilly challenge and have some pure snow-filled fun while you work off some of that college-induced stress. You won’t regret it!
3. Have a winter wonderland-themed photoshoot
We’ve all seen those cute photos of girls in their cozy knitted mittens and pom-pom studded hats prancing around in the snow or blowing some flakes out of their cupped hands while smirking at the camera. Be honest, you’ve probably thought about taking some of those photos yourself -- perfect for your next Facebook or Instagram post. So grab a friend to play your photographer and snap a few shots in the pretty blanket of snow on campus! All you need now is an artsy pun about snow to caption your favorite photo with!
4. Throw a movie marathon complete with blankets and snacks
Is it just me or does a wintry white landscape outside make you want to curl up like a little burrito in thick blankets and watch every movie in your Netflix list until the sun goes down? Whether you decide to spend the day marathoning Disney movies with your roomie or grab a few friends in your dorm and watch some holiday films together, make sure you have plenty of warm blankets to cuddle up with and some popcorn and pretzels to munch on.
5. Create a personalized snowman
Everyone probably knows how to make a traditional snowman… but have you ever thought of some ways you could change up the traditional “Frosty the Snowman” look? Ever thought of what Frosty would like if he were a college student? Maybe he’d have a Bud’s Light in his hand or a baseball cap backwards on the top of his head… hey, there’s no rules here!
6. Get artsy with a craft
Pinterest is perfect for a variety of reasons; one of which being the oodles of craft ideas you can find on it. If you and your roomie or friend find yourselves bored, search Pinterest for some fun winter crafts that you could occupy your time with to decorate your room or get in the spirit of the season. Remember to turn on some music to jam along to while you guys assemble your creations.
7. Try your hand at a new game
Cards Against Humanity is my personal favorite, but there are many card games you can play with only one simple deck of cards… and of course, a few bored friends looking for a fun way to spend their snowed-in afternoon. Try letting each person pick a different game to play, and by the end of the afternoon, you’ll probably pick up at least a new game or two to show your relatives at the next family gathering.
8. Use the opportunity to make a snow cone
In college, you probably don’t have much for a kitchen; if you’re like me, you probably just have a simple microwave and mini fridge. Well, thanks to the fresh layer of snow resting on the ground, you can walk outside with a cup, scoop up some snow, and then pour some pop or juice over it. Just make sure you find some that's pure white — no yellow fluffy stuff (ew)!
9. Read that book you’ve been eyeing for awhile
Once I started college, I sort of gave up on finding time to read “for fun.” Nowadays, I read regularly — but it’s always school-related. So, when a free day happens upon you and classes are canceled, why not take the day to pick up that book you’ve been wanting to read for awhile? Reading for fun is important, too, and a snow day is the perfect opportunity to do that.
