With so many different colleges in one city, it’s no wonder that Boston has become the place to be for young professionals. While each university is unique, there are some traditions that all students in Boston share. Here are 17 experiences that anyone who goes to school in Boston will know all too well.
1. When you tell anyone where you go to school, the first thing they ask about is the winter
“How do you deal with all that snow?” I just do, ok?
2. Even if you used to drink Starbucks, you’re a Dunkin’ addict now
America really does run on Dunkin’.
3. You have a strong opinion on which bakery has the best cannoli
Bova’s? Mike’s? Modern?
4. Tourists have become the bane of your existence
Duck tours. Duck tours everywhere.
5. You have a love/hate relationship with the Green Line (and the MBTA in general)
It’s mostly hate.
6. You’ve been to at least one game at Fenway, even if you’re not into sports
It’s practically a rite of passage.
7. You celebrated the Red Sox win in 2013
As well as the Patriots win in 2015.
8. St. Patrick’s Day is a big deal
But you might not remember it.
9. You know that the Public Garden is the place to take that perfect Insta
It’s gorgeous in every season.
10. You save dinner in the North End for Parents’ Weekend
You are on a college student’s budget, after all.
11. The Esplanade is your playground (literally)
As well as the best place to watch the sun set.
12. You’ve chosen a side in the Boloco vs. Chipotle debate
Because burritos are serious business.
13. You’ve been to at least one sketchy Allston party
And one was probably enough.
14. You’re used to living in an eternal winter
But that doesn’t make walking to an 8 AM class in January any easier.
15. You get mad when people refer to the ‘Boston Commons’
It’s the Common. No ‘s’.
16. You’ve gone to Boston Calling
Or you just listened to the music from right outside Government Center.
17. You will always be Boston Strong
No matter what.
We love you, Boston.