Unofficial, a day notorious for students using their excused absences, has become a mandatory attendance day for many students, including myself, who have been cursed with an exam on that day. When I was looking through my syllabi at the beginning of the semester, I immediately searched for the exams and prayed they would not fall on that first Friday in March.To my dismay, my journalism professor scheduled our first exam that morning. Now, for all the others out there who have the same problem, I have compiled the five best ways to cope with having an exam on Unofficial.
1. Join the morning festivities
Depending what time your exam is, there is no reason you should have to miss out on all the fun. My exam is at 10 a.m. and I still intend on waking up with my roommates and doing kegs and eggs. You will need to do a modified Unofficial morning because, let’s face it, nobody tests well when they are drunk. However, there is no reason to punish yourself for something you have no control over. Prepare for your exam ahead of time so you can still spend that morning with your friends in a responsible way.
2. Have friends help you study by turning your flashcards into a drinking game
When you are at the pregame early in the morning, have your friends quiz you on your material. Every time you get an answer wrong they have to drink (or even when you get it right, if they so choose). This can turn last minute studying the day of the exam into something fun for everyone involved. Your friends will probably find it hilarious and be more than happy to contribute and you won’t have to worry about feeling unprepared. It is truly a win-win.
3. Study far ahead of time so you don’t have to worry that morning
Speaking of feeling unprepared, an exam on Unofficial is the one time you should really take your professor’s advice and study the material ahead of time. Nothing says buzzkill more than having to spend your entire Unofficial morning in the UGL cramming for an exam that you had weeks to prepare for. So do yourself a favor and spend extra time throughout the week learning the material. Going into the exam confident and walking out knowing that you nailed it will make that celebratory beer afterwards taste even better.
4. Go to your exam all decked out in Unofficial gear
I plan on going to my exam in full green attire, complete with my light-up shamrock earrings. Get just as into the occasion as you would if you were at a bar or a party. It proves you are a good sport about the whole exam situation. Many professors encourage students to wear green to their exams and to have Unofficial spirit. The exam is only one hour out of your entire day so you should be ready to go out and celebrate the minute that exam is over.
5. Suck it up and deal with it. We are here for school after all
For all of you out there with an exam probably have called your professor a killjoy under your breath, complained about it to friends or parents and even have tried to devise a plan to take your exam under the influence, know that you are truly here for school. We go to a fantastic, prestigious university and taking exams is just part of the process. It is just one part of your Unofficial and does not need to define it. So just go to your exam, take the test and be done with it. Letting something like this ruin your day would be such a waste of an Unofficial and we only get four. An exam on Unofficial is not a death sentence, just a speed bump in your day and once you get over the speed bump tons of fun awaits.
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Coors Light Summer Brew:
This summer shandy begins this list, it's a mix of lemon, lime and orange. While this is by no means a craft beer, it still has it place as a refreshing summer brew to enjoy.
Leinenkugel Summer Shandy
Solid choice for any summer get together, great taste with a hint of citrus.
Leinenkugel Sunset Wheat
Distinctly reminds me of Fruity Pebbles, but nonetheless is a wonderful summer beer.
Sam Adams Summer Ale
Sam Adams is known for their traditional Boston Lager, but their Summer Ale is damn good.
Hell or High Watermelon
Made with real watermelon, not much is more summer-esque than juicy watermelon in July.
Blue Moon Summer Honey
I love me some Blue Moon, so the summer brew is a no-brainer on this list.
LandShark Lager
Fun fact: LandShark is owned by Anheuser-Busch, and is more commonly know as the signature drink of Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville.
Corona
Obviously Corona had to take the number one spot. To me, there's nothing more refreshing than a cold Corona with lime on a hot summer day.
So whether you're on a sandy beach, a fishing boat, or at a pool, just remember what our dear friend Jack Nicholson said, "Beer, it's the best damn drink in the world."
Drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
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Perfect Weather
Photo by Julian Myles on Unsplash75 degrees and sunny, plus, no humidity. I mean do I really need to say more?
You'll get an effortless tan
Photo by Roberto Nickson on UnsplashBeing outside is inevitable when the weather is this nice, so slap on some low SPF and enjoy the perfect weather as you become a bronzed beach babe!
You can exercise with a view
Photo by Cedric Letsch on UnsplashWho said working on your summer bod has to stop when summer starts? In SoCal there are hundreds of gorgeous hiking trails in the mountains or on the cliffs overlooking the beach, so maintaining your summer bod is easy on the eyes and a lot less of a drag!
You don't have to worry about bug bites
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Photo by Aranxa Esteve on UnsplashAt the county fair or on the beach, summertime means outdoor concerts with good music and great friends.
We live where people vacation
Photo by Jeremy Bishop on UnsplashWe're lucky enough to live in paradise and we don't take that for granted. We take advantage of our sunsets on the beach and backyard staycation without spending a pretty penny on visiting somewhere that isn't nearly as perfect as SoCal. We're pretty spoiled.
You cannot beat the beach. Believe it or not (which many people may not), New England has a long and beautiful coastline. Most of my high school summers were spent sitting on the Wall at Hampton Beach, getting sunburnt and eating Acai bowls from The Secret Spot. The Wall was the place to be both during the day and at night. We begin our days there with a KB's bagel and coffee, and end them with pizza and ice cream. It’s not a New England summer without that 4 p.m. text from someone, “Who wants to meet at the Wall tonight?” Nighttime is for Tripoli’s Pizza, the sound of waves, and wishes on shooting stars. Wednesday nights are especially important, as those are the nights that Hampton Beach sets off the weekly firework display.
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When the summer days end, the beauty of New England does not. Summer nights are arguably the best time of day. At the end of the day, we enjoy the most beautiful sea breeze. I’ve spent so many nights wrapped in a sweatshirt on the porch, counting the fireflies lighting up the yard. This weather also makes for the perfect bonfire. If we’re not at the Wall, it’s very likely that someone will have a fire in his/her yard. If you haven’t huddled up to a fire with your best friends, then I recommend doing so this summer (just make sure someone brings the ingredients for s’mores!).
fire on fire pit during night time
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With the beach, comes the best seafood in the country. I’ve seen menus in other states refer to clam chowder as New England clam chowder, though it’s impossible to understand until you taste it for yourself. Down the coastline, towards Seabrook, NH and Salisbury, Massachusetts, you can find Brown’s and Markey’s. They’re competing seafood restaurants across the street from one another, equally busy on any summer night. One of the most famous ice cream places in New England, The Beach Plum, actually serves award-winning lobster rolls! Seafood is done right in New England. It’s not wasted with fancy silverware and expensive appetizers, but instead served buttery and delicious on paper plates.
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After a seafood meal, ice cream is an absolute requirement. New England summers bring forth one of the world’s greatest rivalries: Lagos versus The Beach Plum. There’s limited inside seating inside both of these places, as ice cream should be eaten and enjoyed outside. The Beach Plum is generally enjoyed during the day, located directly across from North Hampton Beach. As children, we can all remember begging our parents to let us run and grab ice cream before going home. At Lago’s, we get the most refreshing taste of an old-fashioned ice cream shop. The ice cream scoopers record all orders and prices by hand, and add them up with their pencils (no calculators allowed!). It’s incredible how quickly and efficiently this is done. It’s normal to get Lago’s more than once a week, sometimes even more than once a day...the best summer days end with salty skin and sticky ice cream fingers.
vanilla flavor ice cream with chocolate syrup
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1A cruises have to be mentioned specifically and separately from everything else, as they are their own New England specialty. Whether you are home for the entire summer, or home for just one week, 1A cruises are a must. Route 1A, or Ocean Boulevard, runs all along the New England coastline. We drive down the road staring at the ocean and the mansions across from it. “Which house would you choose?” was one of my favorite games to play with my family during our drives to the beach. No one knows what the actual speed limit is on route 1A because it always driven slowly, designed as a scenic route. You can start in Rye, NH and end in Massachusetts or just drive along for a couple or minutes—it doesn’t get less impressive. Some of my most treasured memories are those spent listening to country music and gossiping with friends on our “1A cruises.”
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While there are beautiful places all throughout the United States, I, along with many others, can agree that New England, undoubtedly, is the best place to be in the summer.
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