There are just 10 weeks — 72 days — until May 11.
For some people, these numbers are just numbers. The dates are just dates. But for others, those 72 days represent much more: freedom, change and maybe even the end to a years-long journey.
While the days continue to fly by, so does the amount of time students have left to soak up what the University of Idaho has to offer.
It can be difficult to remember to have fun and enjoy university life during the second semester winter months. It’s cold, schoolwork begins building up and there’s more than enough drama over snow days and Vandal Alerts to make students forget to enjoy themselves.
Even more so, life gets busy. But there are always ways to get involved. There are always ways to make the most of each individual college experience.
It might be easiest to find involvement when you are part of Greek life or heavily involved in a specific organization.
But engagement can come from anywhere — not just a Greek house or academic organizations.
Athletics, intramurals, student interest clubs, social actions clubs, student government and community groups. All of these possibilities have people in common — people who might love what you love.
Among student and community groups, there are countless events, showcases and gatherings happening each week. Sometimes, it just takes a little searching.
We’re always told about the opportunities available on campus. From emails, posters and invites, it can be daunting to find what piques your interest among the mass of possibilities. There is no one college experience that works for everyone and involvement is not one size fits all.
Involvement may look good on a resume. It may help you find your way through classes. It might even give you something to do on a boring day. But more than anything, it will help foster a sense of connection — to the university, the community and the people around you.
So remember, 10 weeks. Just 72 days to make the most of whatever you want your experience at UI to be this year. Whether these days mean the end of the road in Moscow or the beginning of another summer, make the most of them.
— Editorial Board