After a much-needed winter break, we’re eagerly and apprehensively approaching second semester. For most of us, we’ve forgotten how to hold a pencil and sure as hell won’t remember to put “2018” when dating our papers. But after countless hours spent in front of the TV on the couch and maybe too much family time (still love you all), we’re definitely ready to go back to school.

First semester may have been filled with sunny Caturdays, football tailgates, and emptying your wallet at Keeneland, but trust me, the fun doesn’t end here. Spring semester at the University of Kentucky doesn’t disappoint.

10 things to look forward to in the spring semester at the University of Kentucky:

1. Basketball season

We may not be a football school, but thank god for basketball season. Basketball isn't just a sport here in Kentucky, it's a way of life.

2. Keeneland Spring Meet

Just when you thought you were done throwing away what little money you have in your slim college wallet on horse bets, Keeneland is back for the spring season! A Friday or Saturday spent at Keeneland should be on every UK student's bucket list.

3. March Madness

We may have previously mentioned basketball season, but March Madness at UK is in a category of its own. Couches may be burned in the process.

4. Spring Break

Yes, winter break ended nearly a week ago and we're already talking about the next break. We'll take all the days off that we can get.

5. Warm weather again

Is it just me or does this winter seem to be particularly more painful than those in the past? I'm ready to bring the Lulu shorts and Chacos back out.

6. Baseball season

You read correctly, baseball season. Not only is UK's baseball team actually pretty good, but the games are super fun. Any excuse to tailgate, right?

7. Spring formals

New Orleans, Daytona Beach, Toronto, Tybee Island- oh the places we will go. The coolers are well worth it ladies.

8. New semester, new schedule

Kiss that 8 am goodbye and RIP statistics! One of the best things about starting a new semester is getting a new schedule.

9. Ending the semester with the Kentucky Derby only an hour away

Although the Kentucky Derby may be in Louisville, it's less than 100 miles away. The Kentucky Derby is Keeneland on steroids and everyone should experience it at least once in their lifetime. What better way to end the semester?

10. Another semester spent at the wonderful University of Kentucky

At the end of the semester, it's another year down here at UK. The weeks go by faster and faster and time just doesn't seem to slow down.

Will we ever be ready for the real world?