Suddenly, it is December.
The days are shorter, finals are impending and the Omaha wind feels like a million tiny slaps to the face. It is easy to let the cold creep inward and match your mood to the weather, but I find it imperative to consider that winter at Creighton has some aspects to be appreciated. By focusing on the good parts, Creighton in the winter can become a nice place to be.
Walking down the Mall with my head ducking from the wind and hands deep in my pockets, I feel a sort of nostalgia. I think of the times I trekked through the snow to get a Qdoba meal with my friends, scurrying in the cold to 9 p.m. Mass or the frightful freezing days I spent in sorority recruitment. The changing of the seasons reminds me of the history I have with this campus and how much more the weather will change before I leave for good.
Winter at Creighton is cozy. I love my bundled-up walks to the KFC in the morning and finally getting to wear the sweaters and fleeces hanging in my closet all year. When the temperature drops, being in class with my friends somehow feels warmer. It is easy to spread cheer when everyone’s cheeks are pink from the cold. To me, Creighton feels most homey during the winter. By this time of the year, your friendship dynamics are most likely established, and you can feel secure and snug with your closest companions. With the heat on and blankets galore, nights-in have never felt so serene.
Finally, the period of November through March is a great time to get serious. The silliness of Halloweekend has run out, and exams are approaching. Earlier darkness creates a distinct vibe for evening study sessions and invites a better sleep routine. The KFC offers a welcome way to release endorphins and ward off the winter slump. Winter eliminates distractions, allowing you to focus on your goals and become the best student and individual you can be.
Whether you’re embracing the holiday spirit, cozying up with your roommates and a movie or working on your winter arc, I implore you to embrace all that winter at Creighton can bring you. By looking beyond the cold and the dark and finding the wonderful elements winter can offer, you may find this season shines in its own way.
NATHAN JOBALIA/THE CREIGHTONIAN