I can't quite argue that my recent three weeks at Denison were the best weeks of my summer because well, summer isn't nearly over yet, but I can say with certainty that my summer time on the hill flew above expectations. Before I arrived on campus I had been told by a few older friends that some of their favorite times at Dension were spent over the summer. I was skeptical. I accepted a job on the June-O staff and was stoked but unsure as to how I could love a school built on people and relationships when more than half the school's population wouldn't be there. Little did I know, however, that the vibrant nature of Denison and its community is not at all dead during the summer months. Summer is the time when Denisonians get to take advantage of their favorite parts of the university. Summer is Denison's hidden treasure, and I (as a recent first time Denidoo summer camper) am here to reveal to you some of the hidden perks.

1. Everyone here wants to be here. Campus is full of people who love Denison. Why else would they stay?!

2. People are doing some pretty awesome things.

Students are getting to work with faculty on a self-designed research project.

3. The campus is beautiful.

The days are sunny and walking around campus at any hour of the day is more enjoyable than ever.

4. Different events are going on at different times.

People are coming and going for various jobs, reunions, camps, and performances. The community is ever-changing and always exciting.

5. You get to meet new Denisonians!

You may have some old friends that you come with for the summer, but you will inevitably leave with just as many, if not more, new ones.

6. Beaver beach sunsets.

7. Denison really feels like home.

8. Faculty and staff are even more able to interact with you.

9. More time to take advantage of the surrounding area.

10. The community. Enough said.

11. You have free time away from class to find out for yourself what it is that you truly love about Denison.