Ahh, my last undergrad spring break. You'd think as a senior I would have had the ultimate vacation planned... definitely Cancun, LA, Florida or even Aruba. Unfortunately, no. I will be spending SB '11 in New Hampshire relaxing with family, friends and hopefully not doing homework.
I really can't complain, it will be nice to sleep in my old bed, fill up on home cooked meals and visit with high school friends, but I can't help but feel a bit unsatisfied. That's why I've brainstormed three ideas to get those of us "spring breaking" in chilly New England through one of our last vacations of the school year:
Be a tourist of your own town- I know when you were younger you felt like you had done and seen everything there is to do and see in your hometown... twice. That may be, but now that a couple years have passed it may be interesting to search out some brochures and really get to know where you grew up.
Host a party- This can be a great way of reconnecting with friends from home. Make it wallet-friendly and have everyone bring their favorite dish or appetizer. You can even take this opportunity to bring in friends from school. In my oppinion, food and friends always equal fun.
I really can't complain, it will be nice to sleep in my old bed, fill up on home cooked meals and visit with high school friends, but I can't help but feel a bit unsatisfied. That's why I've brainstormed three ideas to get those of us "spring breaking" in chilly New England through one of our last vacations of the school year:
Be a tourist of your own town- I know when you were younger you felt like you had done and seen everything there is to do and see in your hometown... twice. That may be, but now that a couple years have passed it may be interesting to search out some brochures and really get to know where you grew up.
Host a party- This can be a great way of reconnecting with friends from home. Make it wallet-friendly and have everyone bring their favorite dish or appetizer. You can even take this opportunity to bring in friends from school. In my oppinion, food and friends always equal fun.
Volunteer- Lasell's Center for Community Based Learning (CCBL) offers an Alternative Spring Break for students to do something completely different and rewarding during their vacation. With the Alternative Break, you can provide needed services to communities around the country, while gaining a better understanding of important social issues: poverty, affordable housing, homelessness, etc. Not to mention this is a great way to boost your resume! This year students will be traveling to Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Though your spring break may not include sand or sun, it can still be your best and most memorable vacation of the year.
For more information on CCBL's Alternative Spring Break, you can visit Potter Hall, Lower Level or email at ccbl@lasell.edu .
