(image via: here.)You're probably up to your neck in term papers, study sessions, and preparing for those looming finals. But just think... in a few weeks (or days, for some of you lucky-ducks with the early release) you'll be up to your neck in a pool of sparkling water. Once you're sporting your new polka-dot bikini and soaking up the sun with friends, the end-of-the-school-year madness will be a distant memory.
So what are you doing this summer? Oh wait. You haven't given it that much thought? You just figured you do the same old same routine. Well, you still have time to rethink that dull routine if you want to make something more out of this summer. Here are some ideas:
Bring in Some $$$
If you've got the time, get a part-time job. Ask around to see who is hiring. If you like working with customers, check out stores in the mall and local groceries. If you love being outdoors and have CPR-know-how, check to see if the nearby pool needs lifeguards. If you can't get enough of kids, see if any daycares are looking for extra help. Consider being a waitress, bartender, cook, babysitter, dog-walker, or tour-guide at a local attraction. If you keep your mind open, you're options will stay open. And you'll get some more green to stash into your wallet, too. (You can always look forward to a shopping spree at the end of summer... or use all that money you made to pay some bills.)
Hit the Books... Some More
For some students, taking even one course during the some would be blasphemous. But if you're yearning to graduate a little earlier or interested in taking some extra classes that you don't have time for during the regular academic year, summer is the perfect time. Take summer classes at your university or check out a nearby community college if you wanna save money. Go part-time if you want to have plenty of time for other summer activities. Or go full-time if you have the motivation. It may work out in your favor in the long run. (But don't forget to have fun between all of that studying!)
Give Back
If you don't need money or extra course credits, consider giving a bit back to your community by volunteering this summer. There are plenty of opportunities in your town, all of which would likely be greatly appreciated. You'll feel great about yourself and be helping out others. It's a win-win.
Something New
Is there something that you've been dying to try? Summer is the time. If you long to be able to take an old chair from thrift-store drab to decor-worthy fab, take an upholstery class. You'll be doing furniture makeovers in no time. Check your area for cooking, painting, pottery, and instrument classes. Or if you secretly desire to go skydiving, go for it. It'll make for a great summer memory, eh?
Go Abroad
Itching to get out of the States? Become a globetrotter this summer by studying, working, or volunteering abroad. You'll be immersing yourself in a new culture, enjoying the beauty of faraway place, and gaining valuable life experience that you'll go on and on about once fall comes around.
Or, you could just loll away your afternoons at the poolside while giving come-hither looks to the cute, copper-toned lifeguard. ;)
Amore.
So what are you doing this summer? Oh wait. You haven't given it that much thought? You just figured you do the same old same routine. Well, you still have time to rethink that dull routine if you want to make something more out of this summer. Here are some ideas:
Bring in Some $$$
If you've got the time, get a part-time job. Ask around to see who is hiring. If you like working with customers, check out stores in the mall and local groceries. If you love being outdoors and have CPR-know-how, check to see if the nearby pool needs lifeguards. If you can't get enough of kids, see if any daycares are looking for extra help. Consider being a waitress, bartender, cook, babysitter, dog-walker, or tour-guide at a local attraction. If you keep your mind open, you're options will stay open. And you'll get some more green to stash into your wallet, too. (You can always look forward to a shopping spree at the end of summer... or use all that money you made to pay some bills.)
Hit the Books... Some More
For some students, taking even one course during the some would be blasphemous. But if you're yearning to graduate a little earlier or interested in taking some extra classes that you don't have time for during the regular academic year, summer is the perfect time. Take summer classes at your university or check out a nearby community college if you wanna save money. Go part-time if you want to have plenty of time for other summer activities. Or go full-time if you have the motivation. It may work out in your favor in the long run. (But don't forget to have fun between all of that studying!)
Give Back
If you don't need money or extra course credits, consider giving a bit back to your community by volunteering this summer. There are plenty of opportunities in your town, all of which would likely be greatly appreciated. You'll feel great about yourself and be helping out others. It's a win-win.
Something New
Is there something that you've been dying to try? Summer is the time. If you long to be able to take an old chair from thrift-store drab to decor-worthy fab, take an upholstery class. You'll be doing furniture makeovers in no time. Check your area for cooking, painting, pottery, and instrument classes. Or if you secretly desire to go skydiving, go for it. It'll make for a great summer memory, eh?
Go Abroad
Itching to get out of the States? Become a globetrotter this summer by studying, working, or volunteering abroad. You'll be immersing yourself in a new culture, enjoying the beauty of faraway place, and gaining valuable life experience that you'll go on and on about once fall comes around.
Or, you could just loll away your afternoons at the poolside while giving come-hither looks to the cute, copper-toned lifeguard. ;)
Amore.
