5 Things To Do During Hurrication That Aren't Homework
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5 Things To Do During Hurrication That Aren't Homework

Professors must know that we will literally find anything else to do if it's not homework.

Emilie Crossan
Sep 11, 2019
College of Charleston
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5 Things To Do During Hurrication That Aren't Homework
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Another year, another Hurrication. That is, at least, if you go to school in a Hurricane-prone area.

On the southern East coast, it has almost become something we both look forward to and dread during the first few months of the Fall semester.

On one hand, it gives students a break shortly into the semester. Classes are canceled, most of us go home, and the anticipation of it all is oddly exciting.

On the other hand, professors still assign work to do over the break and some even make students come to the assigned make-up days. It's a hassle for out-of-state students who live far away who now have to book flights, and those who can't or choose to not go home go with the school to another school, only to sleep on cots in said school's gym.

Plus, it's a Hurricane, and there are casualties and tragedies and damage.

So while you're sitting at home during your -nth Hurrication, remember that it is not fun and games for everyone. And then remember all of the homework you have to do, and how you're just going to wait until last minute to do it, anyway.

1. You really should do your homework.

Your professors emailed you to first, stay safe, and second, do the readings and write the responses if you have the ability to do so. You most likely do, but you're going to sit around and find literally anything else to do other than homework and wait until the very last minute to get it all done.

2. Catch up on your favorite TV show.

During the school year, it's difficult to set aside time to sit down and watch the latest episode of your favorite show. You're either too exhausted or too stressed from other school work to actually enjoy it, so now is the perfect time.

3. Read for fun!

There's no time during the school year to really read books you enjoy anymore. You're constantly buried in a pile of boring textbook readings or PDF files 50-pages-long to even think about the new book you picked up from the bookstore. But since you're procrastinating during this break, anyway, you might as well.

4. Pick up a new hobby or skill.

The last time I lost power for six days because of a hurricane, I was unable to charge my phone or any other electronics, so I did what I had to do to keep myself from going insane: I taught myself how to sew. It was one of those skills that was just never taught to me in school, so I thought, "No time like the present!" I started small, with buttons, and eventually learned how to mend things, make dolls, and even sew a pillowcase.

When you're stuck with nothing better to do, sometimes the best things are the things that will help you further down the line. That reading response, though, what's that going to do for you?

5. Prioritize self-care.

You don't have classes for an extended period of time, and I know the first thing you did was turn off all of your alarms. College is stressful, and sometimes we sacrifice caring for ourselves for studying and getting good grades-- which are also important-- but won't do much good if you're burnt out. Even if it's sleeping in later or taking a bath with some scented candles, it does good for the mind and body to readjust your routine.


Take time during your Hurrication to relax and enjoy the time off from school. Unlike syllabus week, the week after Hurrication is often hectic and unpredictable, and they aren't so kind as to ease you into it.

Also, take the time to at least get started on all of those assignments due when you get back. But, I still know you're going to procrastinate.

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