CL’s Guide on How to Make the Best of Your Winter Break

With most college semesters coming to an end, many co-eds are looking forward to relaxing at home after a crazy week of finals.  As needed as a unwind session on your couch is, don’t let that be the only way you spend your break. CL wants to help you make the most out of your winter break.

Find an internship, it’s not too late!  Although it may be difficult to find one in a large corporation now, look for one in local companies.  Don’t be afraid to make a phone call to a local business to display your interest in the field.

Earn some extra cash by getting a job outside your major.  It seems that most college students are low on cash; utilize winter break to earn some money.  Find someplace to work that’s outside of your field, but with something that you’re still interested in.  For example, I am a Communications major, but I just applied to a pet store because I love dogs.  This is the time to explore other interests and passions.

Take a class.  If you are low on credits, enroll in a college course at a local college.  It is less stressful to take one class during break than to overload your schedule for next semester.

Pick up a new hobby.  With all the free time you have, find something new that you want to try.  Go to the gym, take cooking classes or learn how to knit.  Find a fun, new way to use your time.

Travel somewhere new.  Although not everyone has it in their budget to fly to a tropical island during winter break, take a day trip with your friends and family.  Go to a local city, a nearby tourist attraction or a ski resort for a day full of fun memories.

Reach out to someone you have lost contact with.  As high school friends go their separate ways for college, often times they become distant with each other.  As the holidays approach, remember good spirit and cheer and contact them.  They will most likely feel appreciated and be excited to rekindle the friendship.

Bond with your family during winter break.  Although everyone is excited to be reunited with their friends, don’t forget to spend quality time with your family.  Show your appreciation for them by spending some nights in with them, or by going out to the mall or movies together.  Don’t overlook their presence- they are excited to have you home, too.

Make a New Year’s Resolution-and stick with it. Determine what you want to accomplish this New Year and how you are going to succeed in it.  Be specific in your plan and with your goals.  Create incentives for each step along the way.  The more passionate and determined you are, the more likely you are going to succeed.

There are many things that you can do in order make your winter break fun and worthwhile.  Be sure to take advantage of this break.  What are your plans for this winter?

 

Nicole is a CL intern who goes to Marist College.  She is a Communications major with a concentration in Journalism and PR.  Nicole is a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, Marist Ambassadors, and Communication Arts Society.  She enjoys running and hanging out with her sorority sisters and friends.