Are you bored? Are you watching paint dry while feeling your brain go numb from lack of activity? Okay, maybe Peru could use a couple amusement parks and perhaps a McDonald’s. As crazy as it sounds, I think we’ll manage without those things because I’ve created the perfect list of things to do to make your attendance at Peru State worthwhile. Keep an open mind as you consider the multiple activities that are sure to get your blood pumping.
Go to Casey’s
This place puts the convenience in convenience store. Casey’s is the perfect place to spend your entire college fund on donuts and pizza while simultaneously crying about your life choices. The cashiers won’t judge you, and neither will I (yes I will).
Sleep
Most of you probably do this already, but if you haven’t, you’re missing out. Sleep is the most exhilarating experience a person could go through. The great part about sleeping is that you can pretty much do it anywhere, if you’re brave. There’s nothing better than practicing for death and somehow feeling more alive afterwards. Sleeping is a great way to put your problems aside for a good 47+ hours, and I highly recommend someone starting a Sleep Intramural.
Wave at old people driving
Have you ever walked downtown and realized that nearly every elderly person driving waves? It’s the same one-finger-lifted wave that will instantly put a smile on anyone’s face. They will make you realize that, although you’re friendless and alone, there’s someone out there willing to acknowledge your existence.
Count the trees
So I hear we’re the Campus of a Thousand Oaks. Are we really sure that this is factual information? I don’t know about you, but I’m not going to take some random estimate of trees and call it good. Counting every single tree is the only sure-fire way to know whether or not this statement is true. If it isn’t, we’re living a lie and must transfer immediately.
Playground
If you haven’t noticed, there’s a relatively small park in town that has your name on it. Who cares if you’re legally an adult? Who cares if the playground is already occupied by small children? Push those losers off and tell them it’s your turn now. There is also a neat little water park with no water. Use your imagination.
Laundry
For some of us, the concept of doing laundry was merely a myth. We thought that the Mom Fairy would sneak into our rooms at night and we’d wake up to clean clothes in our closets. I hate to be the one to tell you this, but laundry is, in fact, a real thing. The upside to this is that laundry can be fun, if you try hard enough. Watch your clothes in the washer and count how many times you see your favorite pair of jeans. Hold your breath until your load is finished. Do whatever you want! The only thing I’d suggest not doing is putting yourself in the dryer. That’s how I got a concussion and smelled like Gain fabric softeners for a week.
Like most things, Peru State College is what you make of it. Maybe you can't count the trees because you don't know what comes after seventeen. Perhaps waving at old people isn't your thing because you're scared of anyone that looks like your grandma. That's totally fine, and I completely understand, but you should find something that makes you remember why you were excited for college in the first place. Meeting new people and trying new things is a step in the right direction. It may be difficult, but it's definitely not impossible.
