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5 Things You Know And Love About UConn If You Stay Up Late, Too

Walking back from the library too early in the morning or adventuring on the weekends, there's always something to see.

Elizabeth Dunn
Dec 04, 2018
University of Connecticut
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5 Things You Know And Love About UConn If You Stay Up Late, Too
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Walking back from the library too early in the morning or adventuring on the weekends, there's always something to see.

Appreciating the Dead Silence

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UConn has a population of over 20,000 people. This makes it quite rare for there to be a time on campus without someone else making noise or ~existing~ right next to you. That's why you have to especially appreciate the times you can be in your own little world on campus without having to share it without anyone else.

(You're more than likely gonna see some deer too)

Getting Spooked When That Silence is Broken

I have lost track of how many times I have pulled a Kramer.

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This is more on that deer topic. I can't tell you how many times I have been walking around on campus at night (or during the day) and all of a sudden a deer is posted up on the grass next to me.

The View From the Top of Horsebarn Hill

Nothing compares to the sight you get up there, especially at night. One of the only places on campus you can see almost all of campus. Pretty intense Pride Rock vibes, ngl.

The Beautiful and Intricate Christmas Lights

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This magical time of stress and flurries is no time to stay inside! Wandering around with your best friend or roommate (in my case, the same person) and enjoy the hard work someone did to put all those lights up.

Feeling the Peace and Enjoying the View

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The biggest reason I enjoy walking around campus at night is feeling the cool air on my face as I walk and the peace that I get when I wander. It's really easy to let the moment get away from you and forget about the little things. I find myself outside more when I'm really stressed and feel like I'm about to reach my breaking point. Taking my time and just looking around to appreciate the view, that's the best.

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