{"id":9528,"date":"2026-02-16T16:22:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T21:22:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.cortland.edu\/dragon-chronicle\/?p=9528"},"modified":"2026-02-16T16:22:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T21:22:46","slug":"5-activities-for-when-youre-stuck-in-the-dorm-due-to-the-snow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.cortland.edu\/dragon-chronicle\/2026\/02\/16\/5-activities-for-when-youre-stuck-in-the-dorm-due-to-the-snow\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Activities for When You’re Stuck In the Dorm Due to the Snow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Given the current weather conditions, many of us are all likely trapped in our small dorm with nothing to do. I\u2019m sure the cold weather makes everyone just want to wrap up in a blanket and stay in bed all day. However, I know that just lying around can make you bored out of your mind. If you\u2019re experiencing boredom over these snowy winter days, here are some activities to help you escape it:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Play a Game<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether it\u2019s a board game or a card game, I\u2019m sure everyone knows at least a few different games to keep you entertained. You can even get some of the people in your dorm together to make the game even more fun. All you need is either a deck of cards or any game that you can find in the Memorial Library\u2019s Teaching Materials Center or the Student Life Center. Even if it takes some convincing to get a group to play, it will all be worth it in the end when everyone is laughing and having fun instead of being bored in their room.                                                  <\/p>\n\n\n

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2. Bake Something<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baking may not seem like an option as there are limited appliances in the dorms, but there are more than you\u2019d think. Just using a microwave, you can make a mug cake for a unique and easy treat. Try one of these:\u00a0\u00a031 Best Mug Cake Recipes for a Super Easy Treat<\/em>\u00a0<\/a>to warm yourself up during these cold times. Still, you can easily bake a delicious treat in the dorm kitchen with minimal ingredients. Whether you want to get some friends together to make it a group activity or just have a relaxing experience alone, it will keep you busy and you\u2019ll get a delicious reward by the end of it.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Binge a TV or Movie Series<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re bored from lying in bed but still don\u2019t want to get out from underneath your covers, I don\u2019t blame you, so here\u2019s a solution. You can simply go on any streaming service, like Netflix or Hulu, and find a long TV or movie series to binge-watch. Just grab a snack or maybe a drink, get cozy, and press play. Personally, I love the Harry Potter series, especially on cold days like these, or if you\u2019re more into TV shows, any sitcom would suffice. Some sitcoms I recommend are Modern Family, How I Met Your Mother, and Full House.<\/p>\n\n\n

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4. Call Friends or Family<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though we were just home for a long winter break, it\u2019s easy to miss our friends and family back at home. You may need to put on some headphones or step into your dorm\u2019s lounge to not bother your roommate, but calling someone can be a fun way to relieve you from boredom. I know I\u2019ve called my mom many times since we\u2019ve been back at school already, and I will continue to throughout the semester. There are endless things to talk about that even if I call her to ask a simple question, we\u2019ll end up being on the phone for hours. Texting doesn\u2019t offer the same connection that calling or FaceTiming does, so if you miss your friends and family, just ring them up and chat away.<\/p>\n\n\n

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5. Read a Book<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nothing is better than cuddling up in a bunch of blankets with a warm drink and a good book. Even though I\u2019m sure all of us students will have some reading to do this semester, it\u2019s still nice to read a book that you enjoy. Or if you want to get ahead on some of your classes, you can always pick up your textbook and start reading some of the chapters. Whichever type of book you choose, reading is one of the most fun and educational ways to end your boredom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope that after hearing some of these activities to do when the cold has you stuck inside, you will try them out for yourself. Even though lying in bed is much more comfortable, especially in this weather, it can get boring. While the snow makes going out less enjoyable, you can engage in one of these dorm-friendly activities to have a good time indoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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