As students return to school this week, the fun had while unwrapping presents, hitting the slopes or just sleeping in seem like distant memories.

But to keep them close, we asked students “What was your favorite experience over the break?” Here’s what they had to say.

 

“The best part was not stressing about finals. I also enjoyed being with my family.”Jared Beltran, senior in Accounting

 

 

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“Going to Chicago to visit my family was my favorite experience. Just getting away from it all and taking a break.”Jennifer Taylor, junior in Economics

 

 

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“Traveling to Las Vegas with my friends. It’s my eighth time going. We went shopping and ate out.”Yu Cao, senior in Finance Y
“Mostly I just studied. Christmas was good, but I stayed in the library most of the break, until they forced me out.”Kurt Harris, first year student in Master of Finance program K
“I got a job at Beans & Brews as a barista!”Adriana Haws, undeclared sophomore A
“I loved staying at home and playing Nintendo. I got Hyrule Warriors for my birthday last month on the Wii. Some may say it’s childish, but I love it. It’s a good distraction from my studies.”Aaron Bruderer, senior in Business Administration A