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As 2015 comes to a close it comes time to reflect on all the things we found worthy of freaking out over. All of the excitement that eventually subsided as the next sensation soon followed. So whiteout further ado, here are 15 things that happened and I think perfectly represent 2015.

The Dress

Starting off the list is the infamous violet/white dress photograph went viral on February 26th, 2015. Also known as Dressgate, this dress sparked an exceptional amount of interest and debate on Facebook and Twitter. It was hard for people to come to terms with what color this actually was, is it blue and black, or white and gold?

Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' music video

Taylor Swift continued to fuel the fire between herself and Katy Perry with the debut of her Bad Blood music video on May 17th, 2015. Starring a multitude of famous hollywood starlets, this music video broke the record for most views on youtube in 24 hours.

American Pharaoh

American Pharaoh became the 12th Triple Crown winner on June 6th, 2015. Becoming the first horse to win the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes in 37 years.

Jurassic World

The fourth installment to the Jurassic Park series, Jurassic World, released on June 10th, 2015. Becoming the third highest grossing film of all time and the top grossing film of 2015.

The ruling on gay marriage

On June 26th, 2015 the Supreme Court ruled in favor of same sex marriage making it legal in all 50 states.

Disney bans selfie sticks

Due to safety concerns on June 30th, 2015 Disney has banned the use of selfie sticks in all Disney parks.

Ariana Grande licks a doughnut

Remember that one time Ariana Grande licked a doughnut? Yeah that was in 2015, July 4th to be exact when Ariana Grande was caught on camera in a doughnut shop licking a doughnut and announcing her hatred of America.

Kanye 2020

At the 2015 VMA awards Kanye West announced that he will be running for President during the 2020 elections. August 30th, 2015 marked the date when we began to wonder what it would be like for Kim Kardashian to be the first lady.

New England Patriots win the Super Bowl

On February 1st, 2015 the New England Patriots won the Super Bowl XLIX and on September 3rd, 2015 they officially got away with the cheating that lead to said win #deflategate.

Call Me Cailtyn

Bruce Jenner officially transitioned to Caitlyn Jenner on September 25th, 2015 continuing to add to the fascination of the Kardashians. Winning awards that sparked a multitude of controversial perspectives.

Back to the Future

We made it to the date predicted in the film Back to the Future October 28th, 2015, and still no hover boards, at least not like the ones from the movie.

Adele's 'Hello'

Adele made her official comeback with the release of her phenomenal hit Hello on October 23, 2015.

USF makes it to Bowl

The University of South Florida Bulls became bowl eligible after defeating the Temple University Owls on November 14th, 2015.

Mockingjay: Part 2

Jennifer Lawrence a.k.a. Katniss Everdeen killed it on the big screen as we finished off The Hunger Games trilogy with the fourth installment of the films in Mockingjay Part 2 on November 20th, 2015.

Star Wars

Star Wars: The Force Awakens opened on December 18th, 2015 and surpassed Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 for opening day and single day revenues.

So there they are, 15 things that happened and represent the trends and fads of 2015. One can only imagine what we have to look forward to in 2016.

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What about those of us who don't do it all in four years?

1. You feel like an elder.

2. You may feel lonely.

3. Senioritis is more real than ever.

4. You may feel a little down sometimes.

5. Fear of missing out won't be as real.

6. You are a college pro.

7. You'll have more free time.

8. You're happy you're still in school.

9. You feel like a guru.

10. You continue to grow.

"I don't want to do things. I want to do not things."

1. When your advisor tells you that you should declare a major soon.

2. Seeing the lost and confused freshmen and remembering that was you a short year ago, and now being grateful you know the ins and outs of the campus.

3. Going to the involvement fair to sign up for more clubs knowing that you are already too involved.

4. When you actually do the reading required for the first class.

5. Seeing your friends for the first time since last semester.

6. When you're already drowning in homework during syllabus week.

7. Realizing you don't have the same excitement for classes as you did as a freshman.

8. Going home and seeing people from high school gets weirder the older you get.

9. You've already established your de-stress routine.

10. Wondering where all the new freshman came from.

11. But ultimately being glad that you have a lot more knowledge than you did a year ago.

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No one cares if you wear pajamas to class

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Curfew? Never heard of her.

Everything said in class is most likely posted online

Sundays are now for hangovers and homework

The realization that you need your pet now more than ever

High school parties are nothing compared to college

Exams are worth way more than participation points

The library is now your new best friend

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Moms are super heroes dressed in yesterday's clothing and they deserve an award for that.

1. For all of the endless hugs and kisses you always seem to smother me in.

2. For teaching me how to cuddle and being the best cuddle buddy still to this day.

3. For teaching me some of the best "mom dance moves"

4. For pushing through all of the sleepless nights and still being super mom.

5. For not killing me every time you found me cutting my own bangs.

6. For showing me all the classics and helping me develop a good taste in movies.

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19. For rolling the windows down and singing along to the music with me.

20. And for being the best mom possible. I love you!

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