Thursday, December 2, 2010

Deck the (Res) Halls: Winter on Campus

It's that time of year where classes start winding down, stress levels go up, and the winter spirit is fully embraced on campus.

Snowin' in the South: This RHA sponsored event comes once a year. SEVEN TONS of snow are dumped on the Parade Ground. Students enjoy a snowy winter experience with snowmen, snowball fights, and snow angels. Why not end the night with some nice warm hot chocolate? This year the event has been postponed due to rain, so check here for new dates early next semester.

Candlelight Celebration: This celebration is usually held under the clock tower and celebrates various holiday traditions with dancing, songs, and a few surprise guests. The night ends with candlelight carols and the lighting of the LSU holiday Tree. It has come to be one of my favorite holiday traditions on campus.

Decorate Your Door: Let out your creative side and add some holiday spirit to your floor. Every year, residents help "deck the halls" by decorating their doors and rooms. Some halls even have contests for the best doors. Get out some wrapping paper and scissors and have at it. (Be sure to use approved tape and putty to avoid damages!)

Give Back: This is the time of year to reflect on what you have, and give to others who may not have as much. Donate canned food to the shelters. Fill a shoebox of goods for children overseas. Write letters to the elderly. Bake cookies for your stressed friends. Be creative-- it doesn't have to be much to make others happy. 

Walk Around the Campus Lakes: Take a break from studying and bundle up to take a stroll around the lakes. The Greek houses surrounding the lakes usually go all out with Christmas decorations and it's a good time to ponder all of those Christmas plans and take a break from the stress.

Chancellor's Pancake Breakfast: During the last week of classes each semester, the Chancellor puts on the late night Pancake Breakfast. This event is free to all students, and students can enjoy delicious pancakes served by administrators and have fun coloring with crayons on the paper tablecloths. It's a great break from studying and a long held tradition.

Good luck studying for finals!

xoxo- Girl in the Purple Polo

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