Feeling stressed about finals week, packing up all your things to go home for the holidays, and just life in general? Well, on a college campus, you fall into the majority. However, there are ways to lighten the ever-feared stress of the end-of-semester season.
These five on-campus studying and preparation events will help you feel ready for that big week. From Sunday, Dec. 15 through Dec. 19, the IMU at the University of Iowa hosts at least 33 different events to help you relax, do some study prep, or just have some fun before the most chaotic week of the semester. Here are some of the highlights:
Sunday, Dec. 15: Coffee, hot chocolate, and tea. Massages.
You can start the week with a relaxing cup of hot chocolate as you hide away from the cold outside. Drinks will be served all day in the Welcome Center. Feel free to sip on your drink while you wait for your relaxing massage, hosted from 6-8 p.m. in the South Room. Sunday offers two great options to start your week on the right foot.
Monday, Dec. 16: Pancake Man and therapy dogs. Bingo and pizza with UI Dance Marathon.
Pancake Man is likely the most sought-after IMU event every year. The IMU website even warns students to arrive early, as it is always such a popular event. After you watch the Pancake Man flip some delicious pancakes for audience members to catch, you can pet therapy dogs starting at 3:30 p.m. on the third floor. Who doesn’t love a good puppy cuddle to calm them down? If that isn’t enough, UI Dance Marathon will host bingo and pizza from 7-9 p.m. in the main lounge. Finish off your day with some fun with friends.
Tuesday, Dec. 17: Grab-n-Go-study with Pancheros. Yoga.
One of the busiest spots in Iowa City, regardless of time or day, is Pancheros. Go grab some study fuel at 5 p.m. in the Hubbard Commons. Yoga is from 5-6 p.m. in the North Room, but maybe save eating the Pancheros until after.
Wednesday, Dec. 18: Casey’s breakfast pizza. Semester Sundae Sendoff with CAB.
Ah yes, Iowa’s staple. The cuisine of Hawkeyes. Start your day off in Midwestern fashion and grab a slice of Casey’s famous breakfast pizza, opening at 7 a.m. in the Hubbard Commons. Need a sweet treat after that pizza? CAB is hosting a build-your-own ice cream sundae bar alongside take-home craft activities to send you on your way before the break. The event is from 6-8 p.m. in the Hawkeye Room.
Thursday, Dec. 19: Hawk Shop Open House. Popcorn.
Are you planning to bring home some Hawk gear for the family as a Christmas gift? Look no further than the Iowa Hawk Shop Café and Market. Come for snacks, drinks, and discounted shopping at the Hawk Shop from 3-7 p.m.! Free popcorn is provided every day through Thursday, except for Sunday, Dec. 15, at the IMU during the week. Go grab a salty snack from 12-5 p.m. in the Hubbard Commons.
Whether you want a way to calm down, grab some study fuel, or just want to have fun with your best friends, there are lots of choices. From pancakes to fluffy dogs, campus has it all.