What The Cold Weather Means For College Students

What The Cold Weather Means For College Students Image via Pixabay Ideally, you’ll want to check to make sure everything is working before the winter hits, but always let maintenance know of any problems ASAP, especially since it will typically take them a few days to get to you. Also, be aware of your dorm’s obligations. Though it’s very possible you won’t be individually able to control the heat/air conditioning in your room, there is typically a state minimum at which your room must be heated to in the winter. Do some research and if it’s below that point, contact the office to let them know. It might seem a little dramatic, but the cold temperatures are cause for students to be aware of their buildings’ regulations, especially when they feel that they aren’t being met as this ultimately becomes a safety hazard. Another important consideration for students is transportation especially if they have cars on campus. For one thing, you’ll want to allow plenty of time to get to your destination during the winter, as you never know what the conditions will be. Even if you use public transportation, stay up to date on the weather, as trains and buses are continually affected by weather changes and it’s very possible you’ll be late. But most importantly, maintaining your car is huge, especially when the winter rolls around. Tire pressure, washer fluid, batteries, automatic locks and having a low gas tank are always problems when it comes to the winter, and being well prepared is a great idea as we head into one of the coldest weeks we’ve had yet. For one thing, you’ll want to start your car throughout the day and let it run for a bit to keep your battery from dying. You’ll also want to have a full gas tank to avoid freezing same goes for washer fluids. Also, make sure your tires are full before the cold weather hits. Of course, this shouldn’t be a problem if your car is housed in a garage, but if it’s outside and vulnerable to the conditions, checking on it, even when you aren’t going to be using it, is a great idea. In terms of what students can be doing health wise against the weather, using a humidifier in the apartment can help dispel the dry, winter air and using preventative medicines such as Emergen-C will help avoid colds, which typically spread much faster in the winter months and as the seasons change. The cold weather is going to continue for quite some time now, so it’s important for students to get ahead of the game and understand that it could mean more than just a chilly walk to class.