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Stay safe on spring break
By Brandon Schlager
On March 25, 2012
It's almost that time of year, where drinking is life and opportunities for sex present themselves in great
abundance.
If you're just as surprised as I was to discover this said way of life is not status quo for most people,
spring break is probably your favorite time of year.
Realistically, most students here at Buffalo State head home for break. But some reserve this time of
year to unleash all of the aforementioned dirty pleasures that have accumulated over the course of the
year.
For most, spring break is an opportunity to escape those norms of university life and trade in the books,
papers and midterms for a week lacking in rules and clothing and high in pleasure.
Some venture off to tropical booze fests in search of that high. Others find that a nice, simple, relaxing
trip back home will do the trick.
If you'll find yourself indulging in the former next week, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure
your trip goes as smooth as your pick-up lines after that sixth beer and a safe return back to Buffalo.
While your ultimate goal is to have the unquestioned time of your life during your time away, do so
while operating under a "better safe than sorry" mindset. This will pay off in all aspects of your trip.
With that said, bring an unlimited supply of protection. Sunscreen, that is.
Most popular spring break destinations hike up the price of novelty items. The weather will be the polar
opposite of Buffalo, so you'll need plenty of sunscreen, among other assets you may take for granted
until the time you need one the most presents itself.
So, to avoid the unnecessary rip offs, be sure to pack smart. Unless, that is, you enjoy paying 20 dollars
for some Neutrogena and a few Trojans (as if you hadn't seen that coming).
The media and other college students seem to paint the perception that spring break is simply one giant,
drunken orgy. For most students, that is not necessarily the case.
Guys, keep in mind that not every girl is DTF just because they're on spring break. In fact, while about
75 percent of male students plan to have sex over spring break (what the other 25 percent plan to do is
beyond me), just around 20 percent of the ladies share those same intentions.
Alas, all hope is not lost for you gentlemen. Remember, those same ladies will consume plenty of drinks
throughout the day. So long, inhibitions.
While all spring-breakers claim they plan on getting out of control, the majority of sensible college
students seem to grasp partying is best when done in moderation.
Simply keep that word "moderation" in mind throughout your trip, and you'll do just fine.
As previously mentioned, most people won't be heading south for the break due to monetary or
personal reasons. There's no shame in that. In many cases, home may be the best place to spend your
time off.
If you're one of those heading home, relaxation is key.
Maybe you'll pick up a few hours at work, but the best thing to do with the week off is to reserve as
much "me time" as possible. There's only a handful of weeks remaining in the semester, and nothing
will prepare you for the home stretch better than some quality alone time with your favorite person -
yourself.
The prevailing point here is that spring break is like a pre-summer of sorts. It's an invaluable escape from
the stressors of college.
Have a great time and get hammered. But, above all, be safe and use your head. It won't be long before
you know this time of the year better for the corporate grind than the party scene.
Brandon Schlager can be reached at schlager.record@live.com.
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