So long, sweet summer. But don’t cry because it’s over…cry for joy since it’s time to return to the best burg of all burgs, the most wonderful campus located in the most perfect little bubble, THE BUCK! Getting ready to go back reminds me that there are still so many things I need to do during my last week home, and I bet you can relate. So, I created a “Back to the Buck To Do List” to make sure you focus on doing what’s really important before school starts. Basically, it’s equivalent to that last-minute study cram session before a big exam. The bonus? We still don’t have exams…yet!
THE (EXAGGERATED) BACK TO THE BUCK TO DO LIST:
- Workout like you’ve never burned calories before. Raise your hand if you had major plans to get fit this summer, but things didn’t exactly go as planned. Hands up? Yeah, I just raised mine…too many ice cream cones and dinners out definitely pulled me away from my pre-determined fitness track. But hey, there’s still time…better late than never. Tear yourself away from The Kardashians reruns, put on your sorority tank and black leggings, and head to the nearest gym for some major workout sessions. End result? Look like you’ve been working out all summer long. Best trick in the book.
- Spray tans are the next-best thing. News flash: watching movies inside or interning in an office building doesn’t make you any tanner. The solution? A faux-tan, of course! Head to your nearest tanning salon for that “all-natural,” sticky, yummy orange-y glow that’ll attempt to make you look like you traveled somewhere more exotic than your living room.
- Pack the real essentials. Let’s face it. Here’s what you really need to survive at Bucknell: Hunter rain boots and a raincoat (since it pretty much rains every Tuesday and Thursday, on cue); lots of heavy sweaters (we’re in no-man’s land, people); frackets, frat boots, and anything ridiculous-looking to wear for themed mixers. Yes, these things will help you succeed.
- Get your stalk on. “Oh my gosh, how was your summer?!?!” is the automatic default question when reuniting with friends. Take it to the next (and creepier) level like this: “Hey, remember that time you went to the Jersey Shore? Me too! I stalked your entire vacation!” Catch up on all your Facebook stalking now so you’ll actually have something to talk with friends about. Sure, it may seem totally creepy (correction: it is), but at least friends will feel like you care what they’ve been up to for the last three months. Plus, it’s never too early to target a crush for the fall, right J?
- Prioritize your schedule. Get that Lilly planner ready for the fall by blocking out time for what’s important: painting your nails before class; long, dessert-filled Caf dinners with friends and playtime on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. And oh yeah, don’t forget Bio class.
- Drain your bank account. It’s the best time of year: Back to School Shopping Season! Dying to buy that perfect J.Crew sweater, amazing moto jacket or new pair of ankle boots that just can’t wait? Do it. Even if you’ve made jack squat interning this summer, there’s no better time than now to spend, spend, SPEND…but if the number in your savings account suddenly resembles your age, then you didn’t hear this piece of advice from me.
- Practice your packing skills. Personally, I over-pack for everything…especially school. That means that when I get ready for Bucknell, I find myself in a frenzy cramming everything into bins, bags, and boxes. I suggest you brush up on your packing skills so you can bring everything you want to school…just so you can then bring everything you never wore and all the stuff that collected dust home nine months later.
- Update your social media profiles. Had a crazy night in Cabo or too much fun one weekend at the shore? There’s a “Remove From Profile” option for a reason. Use it.
- Set goals for yourself. 1. Don’t make a fool out of myself again on Welcome Night. 2. Really try to go to class on Fridays. 3. Eat more Bison Chicken Tender Wraps…they’re good for the soul. 4. Get up before 1 on Saturdays (toughie). Most importantly, read Her Campus Bucknell every day. Knowledge is power!
With this fool-proof list, you’ll be ready for the craziness, the excitement, the stupidity (hello weekends…), the challenge and the never-ending love that is Bucknell. I know how much I’m looking forward to this semester, and I hope you all are too. See you before we know it!