Things you didn’t realized you’d miss about CU over break

The final stretch is here, and break is right around the corner. Students wait for the days when they can lie in bed without hearing kids outside of their window chanting “CHUG” on Tuesday nights, and eat their body weight in mashed potatoes during the holidays when they are home on break. You text in your group chat asking for someone to get Half Fast Subs, but then remember that you are not anywhere near Boulder… I guess there are some things to miss when you are home.

The obvious

Game days

While waking up before 10am on a Saturday morning is always a slight inconvenience for beauty sleep purposes, game days are a CU Boulder staple. Whether it is being surrounded by your friends dancing on an elevated surface decked out in Buff gear, or curling up on the couch and eating two dinners after the game, there is definitely something about cheering for the Buffs that makes every student want to take an earlier flight back to school.

Late-night eating

I can guarantee your stomach does not miss this, but there is something slightly odd about trying to order Boss Lady when you are a plane ride away versus when you are at school. Especially because you cannot. At least once a weekend, you and your friends make a mutual decision to head over to your favorite late-night eating spot, which is definitely not socially acceptable at home.

The Flatirons

Being surrounded by one of the best views in the world sometimes goes unappreciated during a week packed with midterms, but on the weekends that students take to appreciate a hike (or view for the not so active Buffs), the Flatirons are part of what makes Boulder so unique.

Your friends

Sorry pets, while your company is appreciated, it is definitely weird if I try to bring you guys to frat parties. While going home to your family is one of the most exciting things during the holidays, there is nothing like being constantly surrounded by your best friends to gossip and eat.

The unexpected

Your roommate(s)

Whether you guys are friends or not, sharing a room with someone is not as exciting as it may seem. Going home to clean sheets (which you failed to do at school for two months) and a room to yourself is a great feeling, but late night conversations and gossip sessions in the pitch black with someone who sleeps two feet away from you is a one-of-a-kind experience you share with your roommate.

A set schedule

Sleeping in is definitely one of the perks of being home, but after you wake up at 1pm, what is there to do? English class is definitely cancelled during break, so you walk aimlessly around your house eating every 30 minutes and petting your dog. While this is relaxing, it is nice having a schedule in place which is why you only gained 20 pounds and not 40 while at school.

Norlin

I know, I am just as shocked as you. After finals season, students usually sprint in the opposite direction of this building, but there is something oddly comforting about being surrounded by other people struggling just as much as you. Drinking three large iced coffees in two hours with no judgement is something that would definitely get a few questionable glances anywhere but Norlin.  

The weather

Waking up 30 minutes before your class and asking your roommate if you should wear pants or shorts has become part of the routine. Packing a sweatshirt in the possible chance that the weather drops 30 degrees while in math class is also usual protocol for students here. What is the fun of not having to question whether it is going to rain, snow or be tanning weather in October? Lame.

While all students pack their bags weeks in advance and text their friends at home in excitement leading up to coming home for break, there are many things at CU Boulder that you will miss at home. Remember to give your friends an extra hug, because your time at home lasts longer than you think.