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With Christmas just around the corner, the weather outside is going to get frightful, but staying inside with the fire is going to be delightful! But if you’re a college student like me and don’t have a fireplace here are 7 other ways to beat the winter blues:
1. Have a fondue party! If your college is like mine, the front desk has all sorts of pots and pans to use to cook up a meal. Why not use things you already have to make something fun? All you need is some milk and chocolate melted in a pan (or if you have a rice cooker those are fun too!) or put it in a bowl in the microwave! Have everyone bring something to dip in and you’ve got something delicious to warm you up on a frigid night!
2. Campus events! My campus offers events like movies for $1 in the campus theater, karaoke nights, comedians and more! Sign up for your campus newsletter or check out posters on campus! There’s always a great deal or something free to do with your friends on the weekends!
3. Build a fort! You might not have done this since you were 5 but try building a fort in someone’s dorm with blankets and sit under it and have a sleepover or watch movies on someone’s computer. It’s a great way to be active but that the same time be warm and cozy in the comfort of your own room.
4. HOT CHOCOLATE PARTY! Who doesn’t like rich creamy chocolate? Make up a batch or go to your dining hall and get a cup of hot chocolate and add things to it. Personally I suggest: cinnamon, nutmeg, M&Ms, marshmallows, whipped cream, candy canes or your favorite chocolate candy bar. Want more chocolaty taste? Use chocolate milk instead of white milk!
5. Play Dress-up! All right so this might be more of a girly thing! But be a kid again and get all of your friends together with random clothing and shoes. Have everyone put together crazy outfits, do each other’s hair and make-up! Do something ridiculous like walk around the dorm or go to dinner in your outfits!
6. Backstreet’s back… ALL RIGHT! Pick your favorite 90’s song, dress up, make up a dance, belt it out and record! Make as many as you want and have a viewing party later with some hot chocolate and snacks!
7. Have a chill night! This one may be a little bit obvious and generic but these are probably some of the best nights you’re going to have in college! Grab your friends (or just yourself), get some random crafty stuff, like beads or yarn, and make some crafts up! Watch reruns of your favorite show, snack and relax! Mixing in manicures and pedicures are always a hit!
Always reach for your dreams, no matter how far!
Ariah Zwolinski
