Finals are over (bless) and that means all college students can finally head home and forget about school for a few weeks. If you’re anything like me, you’ll enjoy the first week or so, and then go stir crazy. If I don’t have 5 tests to study for, what am I supposed to do with myself? There's only so many Netflix shows that I haven't already binge-watched. So if you feel like you’re about to burst from boredom, (and dare I say, study for the fun of it?) try these fun Christmas activities first.

1. Build a gingerbread house.

Maybe not like this one, but you get the idea. It’s supposed to be fun, remember? It’s okay if it looks like a 5-year-old decorated it, no judgment. Unless you're an architect major, then it should definitely look like something straight out of a Christmas magazine and it will be judged. Happiest time of the year!

2. Cut out paper snowflakes and decorate.

Might also be as equally frustrating (Probably should have re-evaluated these activities). But it can also be extremely therapeutic and fun! It's especially nice when they are all hung, and you can proudly look at your festive room and admire your hard work. (As long as you don't compare it to ELF, no one can reach his level of Christmas decor).

3. Binge watch your favorite Christmas movies.

There’s no wrong answer to the question, “What’s your favorite Christmas movie?” Even the sappy Hallmark ones that have the exact same storyline and the exact same ending are great. They’re all equally magical.

4. Wrap presents.

Even though we’re poor college students who can’t actually afford presents (The 20's are the lost years, am I right?) I’m sure mom has some presents lying around that need wrapping. Get creative, maybe put 5 bows instead of 1. Live on the edge, be a rebel, mix it up a little.

5. Sing a whole lot of Christmas songs.

In the car, at home, while you're shoveling the driveway, in the store. Just everywhere you go. “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear”. So if you feel the need to start a choir of singing strangers in the middle of New York City to make Santa’s sleigh fly, you go for it.

There are so many things to do to help keep yourself in the Christmas spirit. I mean, it only comes around once a year, so might as well make it last. Throw some snowballs (If you aren't trapped in the desert. I do not recommend dust balls?), eat some cookies, drink some hot chocolate, hug your parents, hug your dogs, hug your friends. This season is about giving, and giving love is always free!