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11 Things To Do Before Fall Semester Begins

With a month left of summer, make the most of your time!

Amelia Carr

Jul 26, 2016

University Of Mary Washington

11 Things To Do Before Fall Semester Begins

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Where did the time go? Seemed just like yesterday you finished your finals for spring semester and couldn't wait for summer to start. Before you go back to your college student lifestyle, be sure to check these things off your list before we start school in one month!

1. Read a book

Whether it be an old favorite, one that's soon becoming a movie, or a classic, give your brain a vacation. During the school year sadly you won't have as much time to read for fun.

2. Write a letter

To an old friend, family member, or even a message in a bottle! There's nothing better than pouring your feelings out in a letter and reaching out to someone you haven't talked to in awhile. Plus, everyone loves getting mail!

3. Day Trip

What's that one place you've always wanted to round up your bffs and adventure to? Depending on where you live, there is probably a ton of options you have to expore that you aren't taking advantage of by visiting!

4.Surprise Visit

Make your grandparents, old neighbor, or old coworkers day by surprising them with a visit.

5. Learn a recipe

Impress your friends during the school year with that one recipe you know how to make with your eyes closed. Practice makes perfect!

6. Look at requirements for school majors/deadlines for programs

You don't want to start the semester off stressed because you didn't know upcoming deadlines! Also, be sure to make sure you're on the right track for your classes and major.

7. Save!

Unless you have a job during the school year, you probably won't be making much money. Save now so if you need something during the semester you treat yourself.

8. Clean out your wardrobe

Clean our your closet and get rid of those middle school clothes you never want to look at again and update your style!

9. Set goals

Set goals for your grades, working out, and studying. Make this your best semester yet.

10. Start planning for the upcoming year

Make an easy transition. Put the dates for all your breaks and plans you know ahead of time.

11. Spend quality time with friends/family

Just relax! School will be here before we know. Hang out with those you won't be seeing during the year.

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11 Things To Do Before Fall Semester Begins

With a month left of summer, make the most of your time!

1. Read a book

2. Write a letter

3. Day Trip

4.Surprise Visit

5. Learn a recipe

6. Look at requirements for school majors/deadlines for programs

7. Save!

8. Clean out your wardrobe

9. Set goals

10. Start planning for the upcoming year

11. Spend quality time with friends/family

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

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4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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