Most of us are headed back to school this week, or maybe even next week. But while we still have the time to prepare for our upcoming semester, here are some things you need to start your semester off right.
1. Alcohol
Don't act like this isn't the first thing on your list. Stock up on your favorite wine/beer/hard liquor for when the days and nights get tough. With the start of the semester comes syllabus week, and between your classes and the parties you're going to want to stock up.
2. A Planner
Trust me, you're gonna need it. Here's a great list I made of the best planners and to-do lists to get through another semester of late nights and early mornings.
3. New Shoes
Because why not? Plus, we all know you need new shoes to show off at the frats/chapter. Wedges are always a yes, and you probably need to buy them for recruitment anyways.
4. A New Backpack
We all know that you either destroyed your backpack last year or are just plain sick of it. With the new backpacks all the New Members receive, you're probably going to want one of the shiny new backpacks. (It helps that sometimes the New Members want the old backpacks)
5. A New Gadget
I know for a fact that everyone has something picked out in the Bookstore for when Bursar's opens. Whether it's a GoPro or a MacBook, you've got something picked out and now is the time to buy it.
6. A Netflix Subscription
If you're late to the party, get your subscription now. Especially because there's rumors going around that Netflix is going to be increasing how much they charge everyone soon.
7. A Pedicure
You wore flip flops all summer and your feet probably look like they haven't seen a pedicure in years (at least, mine do). Get your feet taken care of, especially if you're going through recruitment (your toes will thank you).
8. A Tan
If you sat inside working all summer, you are probably as white as a ghost, which is where a spray tan comes in handy. Getting a new tan always makes me feel better and way more confident about myself. Try it out if you're feeling particularly pale.
9. A New Party Dress
You saw it in a window somewhere. You have to have it. You'll wear it more than once. You'll look awesome in it. If you agreed with any of those four, just buy the dress, you won't regret it (and if you do you can always turn around and sell it/return it).
10. A New Outlook
It's a new semester; whatever happened this summer or last semester, now is your time to start over. If your grades weren't as stellar as you wanted them to be, well, now is the perfect time to start fresh and work your butt off. If you didn't accomplish the goals you set for yourself this summer, now is the perfect time to set new goals and be motivated to accomplish them.
