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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at KU chapter.

Even though college life is exciting and there are seemingly endless things to do, sometimes boredom can strike (or maybe you’re just procrastinating on that English paper). Either way, here a few ideas on how to beat boredom.

1. Make a craft

There are tons of crafting ideas on Pinterest. You could pick up a few supplies at Target, like a canvas board, glitter and paint, and make a cute canvas painting that would brighten up any dorm room or apartment..

2. Read a book

College comes with constant reading, so when you’ve got some extra time on your hands, pick up one of the many books that have been piling up on your bookshelf. Cozying up with a book and a mug of hot tea sounds like bliss..

3. Bake some cookies

If you have access to a kitchen, bake some cookies! Making a treat for your friends or your study group is a sweet gesture and is a fun way to spend the afternoon.

4. Netflix

Need I say more?

5. Write a letter

It may sound cheesy and outdated, but writing a letter to a friend or family member that you haven’t seen in a while would surely brighten their day, and yours. .