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Why College Students Are Eager To Return To School

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Emily Sutton
Aug 09, 2016
Tucson, Arizona
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I never thought I would ever say the words, “I can’t wait for school to start again.” But here I am, about three months into summer, and I’m actually excited to go back to school. Here are a few reasons why college students are eager to return to school.

1. We miss our college friends.

While summer means we get to go home and rekindle the friendships with people from our high school, we end up missing the friends we made in college. Especially if the friends we make live all the way on the other side of the country (or even out of the country). I know I personally can’t wait to be reunited with all of my college friends.

2. Being at home gets boring after awhile.

I am all for a relaxing, stress free summer. However, having nothing to do all day can get boring after awhile, especially because summers in college are so long. Even if you have a summer job, the days seem to drag on more than when you’re at school.

3. We miss the freedom of living independently.

After being on your own, living at your parent's house again can be difficult. You have to follow their rules and oblige to their early curfews. Not to mention, no more messy room or dirty dishes.

4. Football games.

Need I say more?

5. Taking classes YOU get to choose.

While there are a few GenEd classes that seem a little unnecessary, the majority of the classes you take in college relate to your major that YOU get to choose. Who knew that education could be interesting and make you excited to learn!

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