By: Brigid Murray
With the end of the semester looming, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Final exams, job applications, term papers, and missing assignments have consumed my to-do lists and I’ve completely forgotten about all the fun things ahead this summer. So, if you’re looking for extra motivation, here are some things to look forward to when the work is over.
Summer Job
Getting an internship is great, but having a summer job as a college student is also a formative experience. This is your time to work with friends, pick up a new skill, and make that money, honey! Whether it’s being a server, camp counselor, or lifeguard, those odd jobs make for some of the best memories and learning experiences you never expected.
Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)
Whether you’re a Swiftie or not, everyone knows that when Taylor Swift does something, she does it big. Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) will no doubt be a massive moment for pop culture just like Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and Red (Taylor’s Version). Especially as its release coincides with The Eras Tour, I’m stoked to see what she has in store this time!
Catching Up with Friends from Home
The relationships you make in college are beyond compare, becoming like a second family when you’re away from home. At the same time, there is nothing like your bond with the friends you grew up with. While away at school, it’s easy to lose contact with your friends from home especially as they are taking on their own endeavors. But, what’s great about old friends is that you always seem to pick up right where you left off no matter how long it’s been. I can’t wait to reconnect with all my high school friends this summer and make up for lost time.
Reading
When assigned pages upon pages of required readings for class, it’s rare that I have the motivation to read for pleasure these days, even though it’s something I used to love. One reason I look forward to the summer is finally having time to read what I want and crossing off my Goodreads list!
A Break from School
Well, this one is obvious. But, it really is hard to recognize the toll that the college environment takes on you without stepping away from it for a little while. Party culture, stressful classes, and bad sleep habits feed on your energy. Summer is your time to get back to who you are: spend time with yourself, reflect on the past year, and set goals for the next one. Give yourself some credit for how hard you’ve worked this year and take advantage of your summer vacation!