Even though you’ll be probably experiencing high-levels of senioritis by the time your turn to graduate comes around, there’s going to be plenty of things you’ll miss about your college days. Here are 15 strange things you wouldn’t think you’d actually miss once you have to say goodbye to college.
1. Your (super) tiny dorm room.
When you first moved in, you didn’t know how you could fit all your things in it. But you’ll miss all the memories you created in your small space and the community that forms when you live in a dorm. You could definitely live in a dorm for the rest of your life (or at least a couple more years).
2. Seeing all your friends in the library.
The library may seem like the last place you’d want to socialize, but once midterms and finals hit, it’s definitely the place you see most of your friends. It’s so convenient to be able to grab a quick bite or have a chat with your friends when they’re all in the same place as you.
3. Having a routine college schedule.
While you probably hate having to wake up for your 8 am class, following a schedule your familiar with seems to make life so much easier. You know when and where your classes are and when your huge deadlines are- something real life doesn’t always afford us. You’ll totally miss the comfort of your college schedule!
4. Being able to justify eating like crap.
College is stressful, so eating unhealthily and in large quantities is pretty much the norm. However, when you reach the real world, you won’t be able to justify your crappy eating habits as the result of a large research paper or a wicked hangover. Instead, you’ll feel the pressure to eat more “adult” like…time to finally learn how to use an oven!
5. Your school’s high speed internet.
Whether you’re working on a 15-page paper, watching Netflix, or Facebook stalking your crush, you definitely have come to appreciate you school’s fast internet. Unfortunately, the internet probably won’t be as good in your new workspace or home, so your days of speedy surfing are numbered.
6. The concept of “semesters.”
It’s refreshing to start fresh every four months and have new things to work on. Being in the same routine or working on the same projects can become monotonous, so you’ll miss the excitement of beginning all new classes every couple months. Suddenly the real world doesn’t seem that cool.
7. Your corner of the library.
Admit it! We all have that one special studying space that we’ve experienced hell and back in. Though you probably won’t miss the studying, you’ll miss the familiarity of the space you’ve claimed as yours.
8. Being able to write in brightly colored pens.
When you enter the real world (aka the workforce), your boss probably won’t appreciate you writing in a bright pink gel pen. You’ll have to trade in your colors for more work appropriate ones, like blue, black or red.
9. Feeling superior to all the freshmen.
Once you become a senior, you know that you have earned your place at the top! After all the years of gruelling take-home essays and multiple choice exams and figuring out your way through every on-campus building, you have no problem feeling superior to all the newcomers. But, once you graduate, you’ll most likely be starting somewhere new and that means you’re back at the bottom (again).
10. Knowing where everything is located.
Now that you’re graduating, you’ll probably have to get used to an all-new environment. You’ll miss knowing exactly where your meeting is located and the best places to grab a quick, cheap coffee. Getting to know somewhere new is never fun.
11. That cute barista at your favorite coffee shop.
Even though you may not admit it, you love getting to chat with the cute barista while they make your coffee. Seeing an attractive, familiar face totally brightens your day and you’ll definitely miss it when you have to say goodbye to your campus café.
12. Paying everything in one bill.
Generally, your college will send you one bill every month that includes your tuition, accommodation, living and other expenses. But, in the real world, you’ll have to deal with multiple bills from different services, like internet, electricity and heating. You better be organized!
13. Being able to wear school-themed clothing in public.
It’s totally acceptable (and encouraged) to show up to class in head-to-to school-themed clothing- and you totally own everything from your university’s trademark hoodie to the matching sweatpants and hat. Unfortunately, whether you’re starting out at a new job or grad school, showing your school-spirit isn’t a sign your outfit is professional and acceptable.
14. Opening new packages of pens and highlighters.
There’s some sort of unexplainable thrill associated with opening a new package of pens or highlighters. And with the ridiculous amounts of readings and assignments you need to finish, you find yourself buying theses sorts of office supplies on the regular. When college comes to an end, you’ll definitely miss this small source of happiness.
15. Accumulating new textbooks.
Though you hate having to read them, having new books to add to your ever-growing bookshelf makes you feel smart and accomplished. Plus, sometimes your textbooks turn out to be incredibly interesting. When you’re done with college, you’ll have no reason to keep buying these overpriced texts. Though your bank account will probably be happy, you’ll miss the prestige you felt whenever you got a new textbook.
There’s going to be a lot of things you’ll miss when you graduate University that you didn’t even realize at the time! Though these may seem strange, we guarantee that you’ll have some serious nostalgia when you’re no longer a student. After all, they say college is the greatest time of your life for a reason!