Post-vacation blues are such a real thing. When you’re on vacation, it feels as though nothing matters, and you have all the time in the world to just enjoy yourself. Time often stands still, and there’s no better feeling.

By: Jordan Bucknor ‘22

Spending your spring break indoors instead of on the beaches of Mexico? Cancelled that trip to Europe? No worries! There are tons of fun things you can do right from the comfort of your home. Don’t believe me? Keep reading for ten ways to keep yourself busy over spring break!

By: Antonia Le ‘22

After a month of midterms, rainy days, and late nights, spring break is finally here! Your best friend is headed to Cancun, the girl you sit next to is going to London, and your roommate has a plane ticket home for the next week! Meanwhile, you’re still here at USC. But don’t worry, whether you’re stuck here because of work, money, or because you simply don’t want to go home, here are some ways to make the most of your week at USC without emptying your wallet!

By: Alexis M Peters ‘20

So, home is too far away to justify buying a plane ticket back for only a week (or you just really don’t want to spend your break hanging out with your little brother), or your friends are all going on fun trips out of town that for whatever reason didn’t work out for you. You’re spending spring break in LA, and you have no idea what to do with your time that doesn’t include banging your head against the wall from absolute boredom. Trust me, I get it. But there are loads of fun things you can do if you’re staying in town during spring break. As USC students, we’re a little desensitized to the glamour and glory of Los Angeles. City of Angels? Yeah, yeah. Been there, studied there. But remember, LA is actually a spring break destination for other students across the country. So, if you’re thinking there’s nothing to do: think again…

By: Judy Lee ‘17

The great thing about Spring semester is that it has a break during a time that is actually pretty sunny in other places, too. Winter break? Sure, it’s longer and it’s a good ol’ holiday time. But spring break? Just the last-minute energizer week you need to finish out the year in hopes of the promises summer will bring. But we all know what happens initially when we return from spring break. Something along the lines of…

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

This past weekend I decided to take a trip to Costa Rica. My weekend getaway left me craving the delicious freshly made coffee and lush rainforests. Here are some of the things I plan on doing during my following trip.

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

Spring Break is a well-deserved break after midterms for relaxation and recuperation, but like all good things, it must come to an end. And though finals are still far enough in the distance, the day-to-day tasks that were fine before Spring Break can often become unbearable after 10 days on a beach or in a tent or pretty much anywhere more scenic than Leavey.

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

Looking for something to do during spring break? Look no further, here is a curated list of hikes to check off your list.

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

There is something undeniably bittersweet about the conclusion of spring break. Nonetheless, the memories and experiences that resulted will last forever. From backpacking in Hawai’i to road trips along the west coast here is a look into how different USC students spent their spring break.

By: Lauren Brose ‘15

My favorite aspect of spring semester isn’t the weather warming up as the snow melts (LOL, California), it’s because we are gifted with a full week to toss our books aside and grasp the first hint of freedom and zero responsibilities. This summer break teaser shouldn’t be taken lightly as it would be a sin to do so. I’m currently working tirelessly on group projects, summer internship applications and study guides for my midterms–– can the end of next week come any quicker? Alas, Spring Break is underway!

By: Lauren Brose ‘15

Last year was the first spring break I spent as the typical college sorority girl.I’d done it all— I spent 5 days in Cabo, developed a substantially complicated relationship with tequila, and came home with cornrows and a henna tattoo of a flying cat. Never having visited Mexico prior to Cabo spring break, I had a list of concerns that potentially kept me from crossing international borders.I heard that Mexico is a highly dangerous place to visit—especially as a female. I was in no position to get abducted by members of the drug cartel only to have my body parts sold on the black market. I knew that was the exact thing my parents were thinking when I told them I was going to Mexico with 15 of my girlfriends. For a solid five minutes, their faces were priceless—and then my dad started telling me of the time he and his buddy drove to Mexico when they were 18 in the early 80s and everything was cool again. Still, I wouldn’t have touched Mexico with a 10-foot pole had their been notable social and political issues occurring south of the border. Luckily for us, paradise is uninterrupted down at the southern peak of Baja California.