Holidays tend to change as soon as you enter college. There are good things, there are bad things, and there are things that just happen that you accept and wish to forget.
1. Arts and crafts.
If you're in college arts and crafts become a staple during the holidays. How much can you make for the least amount of money? Every college student loves making a cheap (but totally not tacky) christmas present. From DIY mugs, bath bombs, body scrubs and more. (if you're lacking ideas pinterest is the way to go!)
2. Preparing yourself for potential conversations.
These can go many different ways, ranging from politics, your major, and your love life. Having answers for these questions is necessary when going into family gatherings.
3. Accepting pity gifts.
When your grandparents slide you that extra $20 before you drive back to campus. When your parents hide gift cards in some of your christmas presents. 
4.You get to be extra festive.
The entire month of December is meant for festive parties. If you didn't get to wear a christmas sweater at least once you're doing it wrong.
5. Free food.
Say no more. The holidays not only provide the best food, but an abundance of it. And it's free. It does not get better than that, especially after you've eaten the same meal for dinner three days in a row.
6. Being reunited with your high school peers.
Some good, some bad. You're either so happy to catch up or dip your head as you pass by while picking up random items from Walmart.
These are tell-tale signs you're a college student during the holidays, and if they don't relate to you, you're either doing something very right or very wrong.
