Campus life bucket list

If you ask me, campus is one of the most exciting phases of your education, you get freedom you haven't had before and meet people from all backgrounds. There is no better place to open your mind. To make the most of this experience there's a couple of activities I'd highly recommend

1. Join a club

There's a club for everyone on campus. Poets, journalists, ethnic communities, peer educators, athletes, the list is endless. Being introverted is no excuse. Should you fail to find one that tickles your fancy, start a club that is of interest to you and get other likeminded people to join.

2. Get a part time job

From where I sit, any job done without the pressure of financial responsibility is fun. The benefits are endless too. You have extra pocket money while getting the experience employers ask fresh graduates for. You also get to compare notes with your comrades with part time jobs and sharpen each other. You're at an extreme advantage if your part time job is related to your course of study. This is because you get to put into practice what you learn in class and discover what skills to aspire towards. All this will boost your employability.

3. Sit in on a random class

Most campuses are not strict about who could join a particular class. The best time to do it is at the beginning of the semester. This is in order to keep yourself from getting singled out by the lecturer in charge. The whole point of this exercise is to open your mind and acquire some knowledge outside your field.

4. Engage in a competition

Are you good in academics or sports or talented in a given area, participate in at least one competition. Competitions are good as some may even open up greater opportunities for you.

5. Cook a meal with your friends

Each time I have taken part in such an exercise, I have never been disappointed. I always get to learn something new. Pick friends who can throw down in the kitchen though. The best scenarios are the ones that involve different nationalities. Personal favourites of mine are, Jamaican, Indian and Ethiopian cuisine.

6. Visit another campus

You could even visit more than one if you're extra like me lol. Get to know how other systems run in case you want to try a new one for your next phase of education. You learn more when you meet people with different views.

7. Go on a road trip 

Now I'm aware that you can do it even after campus but I think campus is the best place to start. I remember this one time we drove to Naivasha for lunch and missed the major turn that ushers you in. We ended up in Nakuru national park and still had a blast there

8. Attend a student government meeting

If you ask me, this is the best place to vent your heart out. It's also fun to see different personalities at play here. The incitement that goes on here is too much fun to watch. You will not regret it.

9. Run a marathon

The most important thing about a marathon where you're not competing for the prize is who you run it with. Get fun people with exuberant personalities and bodies fit enough to keep up with your pace. The first time I did this I felt thoroughly achieved. Needless to say, I will be telling my children about the marathon I ran, in true African fashion.

10. Apply for your dream job

Big risks yield big returns. Apply for jobs you don't qualify. Keep applying and analyzing your applications till you nail it. I know someone that applied for a job at the UN 7 times and got accepted on the 8th time. Do not stop till you get it right. Who knows, you may even get your dream job the first time you apply so don't hold back.

11. Unplug for a day

Social media can get addictive. Don't be a slave to it. Once in a while, switch off all your devices. It could be for a day, three days or even a week. As long as you're not expecting any important call, your friends won't die without you. Take time to refresh your mind. Read a book while you're at it.

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