Freshman year is about finding yourself. Â It is also about finding the Einstein’s Bagels on North Campus. Â With the end of the school year come a lot of sentimental posts about how much freshman have changed (don’t worry, that’s coming later), but people often leave out all the practical things they’ve learned. Â As a major in convenience with a minor in free food, I bring you the most practical list of tips and tricks that I’ve learned to survive freshman year and beyond at Northwestern.Â
Take a Vacation from Blom
Like many girls who live South freshman year and then choose to go greek, I will probably never live anywhere near North Campus. Â Unfortunately, that means the closest option for staying in shape is Blom. Â While breaking a sweat is great and all, the lack of air-conditioning can become unbearable once the weather warms up. Â To keep your workout cool, try out a free two-week pass at LA Fitness! There is no gimmick and no further commitments, just 14 days of beautiful, air-conditioned exercise bliss.Â
Free, Sugary Goodness
The need for junk food is inevitable. Â Whether it’s a midday pick-me-up or a late night study break, we all cave. Â If you need sweets between classes, stop at the main desk of Kellogg or the SESP office in Annenberg for jolly ranchers, dum-dums, or mini-chocolates if you get really lucky. Â When nighttime munchies hit, hang around Norris right before Norbucks closes–they give away the leftover pastries from the day for free, and calories don’t count when it’s free, right?Â
The 5-Minute Bathroom Transformation
Finals Week Orange Is The New Black Season 2 is here.  You gather your hallmates, binge watch and discuss.  Pretty soon, everyone has left except that cute guy you’ve been eyeing since move-in.  You’re talking.  You’re flirting.  You believe in miracles.  Then you realize you also have Dorrito breath and have fallen victim to a sweat-inducing lack of air conditioning.  Fear not!  The shelves in bathrooms are not just for shower caddies; you can store a mini-deoderant, breath strips, toothpaste, and any other last-minute hookup necesities.  Excuse yourself to run to the bathroom.  Come back minty fresh.  Believe in miracles again. Â
The Path to the Einstein’sÂ
Self Explanatory. Â