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20 Things You Didn't Know You Missed About Susquehanna

It's the little things that make campus so great.

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20 Things You Didn't Know You Missed About Susquehanna
Robert Inglis

Being back on campus this past week after being home for more than a month is a real adjustment. There are so many things you get used to at home that are nothing like the things you have on campus. You know that you miss a lot about Susquehanna while you're away, like your friends, but there were a lot of things I'm sure you totally forgot about. Here's a list of things you didn't realize you missed.

1. The smell in the Hass elevator

If you know anyone that lives in Hass, you know exactly what I'm talking about. It always smells like a mix of dirty feet, pizza, and beer.

2. The people down the hall who never sleep

You know the type. The ones that blare music and play video games until 4 in the morning when all you want to do is close your eyes and get some restful sleep are your favorite.

3. The fire alarms in Smith

You don't have to live in Smith to know the feeling. I think we've all been caught at least one of Smith's famous fire drills in our time here. Life just doesn't feel right without them.

4. Almost stepping on squirrels on your way to class

There's a reason we have a squirrel on our snapchat filter. It's not uncommon to see six squirrels on your way across campus. They're like old friends. How did we survive break without them?

5. Having to wear shoes in the shower

Nothing makes you happier than the sound of your wet flip flops squeaking on the tile on the way back to your room.

6. The way your roommate's alarm give you PTSD

If you live with an athlete who gets up before the sun on a regular basis you know all about this. That noise you hear at 5:30 in the morning three times a week is enough to give you nightmares.

7. How much you hate yourself for taking the classes you did

If you don't have a love/hate relationship with your major and course load, I'm convinced you're doing college all wrong.

8. Checking your mailbox

Chances are it would be more accurate to say, "Not checking your mailbox." We all know what it's like to open our mailbox and only have a variety of fliers for things that have already happened and we wouldn't have it any other way.

9. Crossing campus for food

Whether your journey is from Hass to Deg or West Village to Clyde's, you've definitely missed your mid-day nature walks with nothing to listen to but the growling of your own stomach.

10. Your RA knocking on your door

It doesn't matter who you are. You've probably been asked to keep it down a time or two. Your Friday nights wouldn't be complete without a visit from your friendly neighborhood RA.

11. The puddles in the Smith bathrooms

We've all made the mistake of going to the bathroom in Smith with just our socks on and totally regretting it afterwards.

12. Judy Lynn in the Hawk's Nest

She's seriously the sweetest lady. She knows most of us by name and she's not afraid to crack jokes while she's stealing all of your flex for no apparent reason.

13. Going to the library for a study room and finding there's none available

There really is nothing like the feeling of disappointment.

14. The Five Star meals in the dining hall


We have the best food you'll ever find on a college campus. Obviously.

15. All the stairs

Your first class of the day is on the third floor, your next is in the basement, and you also live on the second or third floor of your building. Going to class and back is all the workout you've ever needed.

16. Waiting 30 years for your food in the Hawk's Nest


Sometimes your food is ready in a matter of seconds and sometimes ordering 30 minutes before class just isn't enough.

17. The attitude some people have when you call it the Hawk's Nest

I get that it was called Benny's last year, but it's the Hawk's Nest now. Get used to it.

18. Having other people walk in the bathroom when you're pooping

This one is everyone's favorite without a doubt. Having the bathroom to yourself at home just didn't feel right.

19. Your at school exercise routine

Whether you're playing a sport, hitting the gym with your bestie, or just climbing stairs on the way to class, there's nothing like turning your body into jelly by getting back into the swing of things.

20. The irregular temperatures

Your stat class feels just right, your room is freezing, and anything in Bogar is actually a sauna. You forgot what it was like to try and dress for all the seasons, didn't you?


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