As sad as it is, spring semester has arrived at last and it's time to go back to college. Even though none of us are really ready yet, a new semester means there are a lot of new tasks that need to be done. If you haven't made a list and don't know where to start yet, here are 10 things to do before starting spring semester!
1. Stock up on food, drinks & toiletries
Do you have poptarts? Oreos? Granola bars? Water bottles? Gatorade? Tampons? Shampoo? Razors? Keep thinking, because you've got to be missing something.
2. Buy more school supplies
Of course you don't have to go crazy while school shopping like you did in 6th grade, but it'd probably be a good idea to get new notebooks, maybe some more flashcards, Whiteout, etc.
3. Clean out files on your laptop
Most of your PowerPoints and Word documents from last semester won't be useful again, so you might as well delete them. If you're not too sure about deleting, at least back up the files somewhere else so they don't take up space on your laptop.
4. Make sure you’ve paid your tuition bill
I'm sure the majority of you did this already, but in case you didn't, this is a reminder. Also, if you can't pay for whatever reason, make sure to contact your college's financial aid office!
5. Bring allergy medicine
If you have spring time allergies, bringing eye drops and tissue packs (to keep in your bag) would be a good idea too.
6. Switch out some shoes, scarves, hats, jewelry, & any other items that change by season
Obviously winter isn't over yet, so definitely keep some of your colder weather stuff. I just wouldn't suggest bringing all the same stuff from last semester plus spring stuff, because your college closet probably won't be able to fit it all.
7. Bring spring clothes & extra hangers
This is super important!! If you're going to bring more spring clothes, make sure you have enough hangers at college!! Having a few extras would be good as well in case you buy stuff at the mall around your college.
8. Bring enough money for textbooks & other things you'll have to pay for
This would be a good time to beg your parents for more money, since everything about college is expensive.
9. Bring an umbrella if you haven't already, because there will be more rain in spring!
Imagine getting your hair, clothes and backpack wet while walking to class in the rain. It sounds awful, right?
10. Make a list of things you want to improve on this semester
It sounds cheesy, but you should do it anyway so you have your priorities and goals set for this semester. Whether that means joining more clubs, setting new rules for your roommate, eating less pizza, or making the Dean's list, enjoy it and make this semester the best one so far!
