The good news: it’s sweater season. The bad news: it’s also sick season. Between the cough-filled lecture halls and the nose-blowing in the bathrooms, you’re going to run into a lot of different people, and here’s a quick rundown of who to expect. See how many you can spot!
1. The “I’m So Done” Squad
These people knew it was coming. Contagion was inevitable. They don’t fight it. They’ve submitted to harsh reality long ago. It’s just a matter of time before they’re taken.
2. The Early Bird
They somehow managed to get sick before the season even started. Also the first person to get well (probably) and then proceeds to relax, knowing the worst is over.
3. Thinks They’re Immune
The person with a self-proclaimed immune system of steel. Refuses to take any extra sanitary measures. Is baffled when they wake up feeling like a lump of ooze.
4. Actually Is Immune
Inexplicably gets through the entire sick season without the faintest cough or tickle in the throat. You’re 78% certain this person is secretly a wizard.
5. That Jerk…
…who sits behind you in class or on the bus, and keeps coughing/sneezing on you. Evidently has not heard of a tissue. Or their elbow.
6. The Incontestable Mom Friend
This type is few and far between. Has two different containers of hand sanitizers handy (ha ha) at all times, and constantly reminds you to wash your hands.
7. In-Denial
Gets sick, but refuses to acknowledge it. “Just a bit of dust” becomes their catchphrase, and they refuse to even think about not attending class.
8. Miserable Jumble of Germs
Crying on the inside. And the outside.
9. Unapologetic Health Nut
Like the mom friend, this person has an obsession with spare tissues, washing their hands 859 times a day, and vitamin C. Unlike the mom friend, they don’t share. If you touch their hand sanitizer, you might get your germs on it.
10. Flash Hermit
Mysteriously vanishes after hearing the first sniffle. Doesn’t resurface until all the colds are gone.
Have you spotted any of these people around campus? Maybe you relate to one of them? Leave a comment!