Vlisides

Partying is fun while it lasts, but you can't make a career of it

By: Victoria Vlisides

Posted: 5/13/09

When I was a freshman, the world was mine for the drinking. I?was not of the legal age, but let's be honest, the numerous parties off campus don't discriminate as long as you put forth the $5 for a cup.

I am now a senior, of age, and a bit wiser than back in the ever popular drink-UV-Blue-until-I-blackout phase. The bars had their glimmer for sure, what 21-year-old can resist them? But as we grow older, gain more responsiblity and come to value our brain cells more, drinking loses a lot of its appeal.

Those of you who "don't get hangovers," you just wait. It'll happen one day when you least expect it. The hangover and general lack of effort to do anything productive the day after drinking is a major downfall to partying.

I almost feel bad for the people who are still stuck in freshman party mode as seniors. When people have nothing ambitious happening in their lives which allows them to have the time, money and energy to tip the bottle back every weekday. That's not "just having fun," you seriously need to find a hobby.

College is notorious for its crazy parties, and by all means, have the best nights of your lives you'll never remember. But in the prime of students' lives, don't forget to enjoy quality time sober. A night of meaningful conversation will often be more satisfying than ruling the beer pong table.