It's getting to be that time of year again: time to go back to school. For most college kids, the prospect of returning back to campus is an exciting one. We've had almost four-months off, and we're eager to get back into the swing of things. However, going to class and trudging through group projects is not the only thing that comes to mind when we realize it's August.
Here are 10 thoughts every college kid has when they think about going back to school:
1. It's time to pack.
Packing might actually be worse than un-packing because you have to have that constant argument with yourself: Do I need this? Will I wear it? Will I use it? Will I miss it? In most dorm rooms, there's just not space for unnecessary items; and having this argument every time you pick up a tank top gets old real fast.
2. And order books.
Honestly, it's like these book stores expect you to fork over your parents' 401Ks to buy pieces of paper bound together. And do the professors even look at how much these books cost?
3. Move-in day is a nightmare.
Move-in day keeps me up at night. You've got 3,000 students plus a minimum of one person each helping them move in, and you're all trying to use the same two elevators and unpack your lives in the same 200-square-foot apartment. There's just nothing fun about it.
4. All of my best friends are within shouting distance.
Finally, a positive thought. This is one of the things I love the most at school. I can be sitting on the couch and have a conversation with my friend in the next room without having to stop and think, "What time is it in Oregon?" or "Can't really get on a plane just to have a conversation." (Shout out to Megan!)
5. How long can we go without eating in the dining hall?
Providence College students are "blessed" with Raymond Hall, where your best option is always the grilled chicken. I'm mentally preparing myself to eat chicken caesar salad for lunch and dinner every day; but first, let's see how long I can survive off the food in my apartment.
6. I can't wait to order pizza at 2 a.m.
As Bri pointed out in one of her articles, your parents just aren't interested in order pizza and mozzarella sticks with you at the wee hours of the morning. It's a tragedy, but it's true.
7. I am not excited to be writing essays at 2 a.m.
This is a struggle that is particularly near and dear to my heart because I have become notorious for starting essays not just the day before they're due but the actual night before. I always make it to bed at some point, but sometimes not until 4 or 5 a.m. Cheers because it wasn't an all nighter?
8. At least it's syllabus week.
Which means classes get out early, there's no assignments, and the vibe on campus is incredible. Pumped to be back on campus, everyone is celebrating...in legal ways, of course.
9. And Dunkin' Donuts is now within walking distance.
In case you did too much celebrating. Or if you just really need that iced coffee in the dead of winter to drag yourself to your 8 a.m.
10. And I can binge watch Netflix for three-days without being judged.
While your parents might insist on you doing something productive instead of staring at a screen for 12-hours in a row, your roommates won't judge you. In fact, they may even climb under the covers and join you.
