If the idea of leaving summer vacation behind and returning to campus in a few days has you feeling a little bummed, it might be time for one final movie night to help jumpstart some school spirit. So, pop some popcorn, and check out a few of these classic college-themed flicks that are sure to get you excited about all the brand-new opportunities awaiting you on the first day of class.
1. "Legally Blonde"
Is there a better collegiate role model in film than Elle Woods? If you’re feeling a little discouraged about the new semester, let Elle’s enthusiasm and determination to succeed at Harvard Law rub off on your own schoolwork. It also couldn't hurt to adopt her awesome multitasking habits by hitting the books whenever you get the chance!
2. "Good Will Hunting"
If back-to-school blues have you feeling totally over it, use this Matt Damon film about an unrecognized genius working as a janitor at M.I.T. to remember how much of a privilege your education really is. The heartwarming flick will spark your interest in improving your mind, and appreciating your time on campus. Maybe you’ll even be lucky enough to find a brilliant professor to act as your mentor just as Will does with Sean McGuire, played by the always amazing Robin Williams.
3. "The Social Network"
Feeling like you’re just wasting time in your classes? Let this Oscar-nominated Fincher film remind you that you really are the future. Just like a group of college kids in a dorm room came up with the idea for Facebook, students just like us are constantly inventing new technologies and business ideas every day. So if you’re stressing over student loan payments remember that you might one day create something that could earn you millions!
4. "Love Story"
If dreams of academic brilliance aren’t enough to get you excited about fall semester, check out this classic romance and you’ll soon be daydreaming about locking eyes with your soul mate from across the dining hall. It may be a bit sappy but this 1970s film about two Harvard coeds from very different class backgrounds is sure to give you the courage to ask out that cutie in your 9 a.m. philosophy lecture.

5. "Sorority Row"
If all these flicks still aren’t enough to excite you about getting back to school…well at least your campus isn’t being haunted by a crazy slasher.
























