FroshMemo: Archived Issue 19 Spring 21

No one could have predicted the events that have drastically altered all of our lives in the past year, the pandemic changing our views of social interaction and oftentimes limiting us to our homes, however, many of us still wish to experience the surrounding world.  Wherever you find yourself currently in our world, the below list contains various ideas for outside activities that you can try whenever you feel the desire to get outside into the fresh air!  I hope you can all take something away from this and possibly try an activity you have not previously.

Hiking/Going On A Walk:

One of the activities I have frequented throughout the entirety of this pandemic is my growing love for hiking!  Hiking is an amazing way to engage in some physical activity and get away from our zoom screens and work desks, and is easily accessible for all!  Whether you live in an area that has trails that you can visit or not, one of the best things about hiking is that you can practically do it anywhere!  For those stuck in cityscapes or areas without much geographical formations to hike, even simply going on a walk can pay dividends in terms of refreshing oneself from all the daily responsibilities we are tasked with.  

Meditating:

Though meditation can be practiced under any type of environment, oftentimes sitting outside in a quiet/peaceful area where one can feel the sun and wind on their skin can be extremely nourishing!  Allotted time for self-care can be difficult to sometimes find, but it is absolutely essential in maintaining our mental and physical health!  Activities such as meditation are an amazing way to re-center oneself, set intentions, feel some outside air, and can be done in just 10-15 minutes!  

Sports Pastimes: 

Whether it’s basketball, football, tennis, running, boxing, or whatever else, the opportunities are endless!  Engaging both your mind and body, sports are a great way to exercise, relieve oneself from the stress of the day, and have some sort of interaction with others.  Even simply asking a sibling or parent to throw around a football outside for a bit or play catch with a baseball can be a gratifying experience and aid in the everyday routine of waking up and going to a computer screen.

Honorable Mentions:

Visiting a park

Having a picnic

Outside dining with proper safety measures

Camping

Going for a drive

What’s the 411 About the 415?

A•L•L•I,

What is the best way to make new friends? Ever since the semester started, I haven’t been able to actually make new friends or even simply catch up with my old friends in New York.

Your Fellow Gator,

Joe King

J•O•E,

I don’t think anyone told you “life was gonna be this way;” however, I’m here for you, and I’m here to provide you with the following list of methods that you can use to make new friends:

• Attend University-affiliated events*; Join University-affiliated organizations
  • Visit GatorXperience for a complete list of upcoming events and active organizations

*Spring 2021 TailGator (wink-wink)

• Read weekly FroshMemo issues to learn about various events that occur throughout the week
• Download Gator Guides to remind you about upcoming events (Available on the App Store and Google Play)
• Connect with New Student & Family Programs (NSFP) on social media and inform yourself about upcoming events that are geared towards new students
  • Follow @sfsu_nsfp on Instagram
  • “Like” New Student & Family Programs on Facebook

Also, feel free to view “Tips for Meeting Other Gators” (FroshMemo: Issue 17.0-2021) for more tips and tricks!

See ya later, Gator!

XOXO,

Alli

P.S. Do YOU have questions without answers? Ask Alli by filling out this form!