Spring Break, at last. All of our late nights of studying and early mornings of struggle will be redeemed by a week long vacation.

Some of us will be headed home for down time, while most of us will be on our way to the beach for some fun in the sun.

Before you ditch your book bag for your beach bag, let’s run down a list of things you’ll want to bring along.

Business Cards & A Resume

I know, I know. You are wondering why I am telling you to mix work and play.

You never know who you are going to run into.

You may meet your next boss while having a drink at the bar.

You should always have a digital copy of your resume on a hand, along with as a dozen business cards.

If you happen to run into someone you want to stay in contact with you will be prepared. After all, we came to college to get a job.

Always be on the lookout for career opportunities when you are around new people and in new environments.

Sun Protection

I hate to state the obvious, but, you will need sunblock.

An iron based sunscreen does the trick. Spray on sun protection wears off easily, especially if you are sweating or have had a dip in the pool.

Sun protection that leaves  a weird white film over your skin is iron based sunscreens.

The initial ashy effect of sunscreen sucks, but your skin will thank you later.

An easy way to remember to apply sunblock is using it as lotion in your morning routine.

Put in on before you get dressed. Then reapply to exposed areas midday or after you have gotten out of the water.

An alternate form of identification

Most of us have government issued driver’s licenses or ID’s that we keep on us at all times. When traveling, you want to have a secondary form of ID with you, in case you get injured or lost and have the first form of ID with you.

I suggest bringing your Aggie One card with you.

Chargers and Outlet Converters

Make sure you bring chargers for your electronic devices.

You may be so focused on packing your cutest swimsuit or your favorite shirt that you forget to pack chargers too.

To cut down on carry on space, opt for all in one universal USB charger kit.

There is one USB port with several different mobile device plug-ins.

This way you can charge different devices with one compact charger.

If traveling out of the country for spring break, you will need to get an outlet converter.

Outlets overseas are shaped differently than our standard outlets in the U.S.

Go to BestBuy and tell a salesperson what country you are traveling to and he or she will show you what outlet converter will fit your needs.

Experience new things.

Go on a tour of the city, or spend a lazy day on the beach reading a new genre of literature.

What ever you decide, just remember to enjoy your spring break aggies.

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• Shelby Christie, Contributor