Keep Sharp Over the Summer

Sometimes, after a few weeks of working a minimum wage job, you start to miss college.  Here are some thinks you can do to keep yourself sharp over the summer:

1. Report things you did to earn Scholars Culture Points.  Okay, I know this isn't your favorite activity, but it will help you reflect on the things you did over the last year and is worth the time it takes.
2. Read some of the books that the first year Scholars are reading.  Personally, I really enjoyed reading the Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and can't wait to start discussing the issues that the text raises.
3. Listen to National Public Radio or watch Public Television.  Because these information sources are not tied to advertising revenue, they can take the time to study one topic in depth.  You can even to this over the internet if you do not receive radio signals where you are living.
4. Join the Scholars Facebook Group and discuss the books or topics of the day with the new students.

Personally, I will be going to math camp for three weeks in July, so if you are wondering why Dr. Birgen is not getting back to you quickly, it is because I am having fun.

Feel free to add things in the comments section of the Blog.