Kean students prepare for Christmas

By Adaora Nnakwe | Published December 7, 2023

Kean students are preparing for finals and getting ready for the holidays. Christmas is a joyful and magical time of year when we enjoy the winter season by decorating the tree, exchanging gifts, eating a festival meal, and drinking hot chocolate by the fireplace. It’s a time to appreciate the things that matter the most in our lives. As we reach towards the end of fall 2023, the pressure to finish the semester awaits us. The workload of final papers, exams, and presentations will pay off when it’s over andwe’ll all be home enjoying the holidays with our loved ones, family and friends. 

Students are excited for the holidays and look forward to the winter break. Alvarah Iwarimie, a freshman health professions major will be celebrating Christmas this year with family and friends. 

“I am looking forward to seeing my aunt that I haven’t seenin two years,” Iwarimie said. She said her favorite thing about the holidays is setting up the tree and cooking with her aunt.

“This year I expect to hang out with my friends and family at my aunt’s place to dance, eat, and have a great time together.”

 Students get asked what they want for Christmas and the answer is something pertaining to a personal need like clothes, gift cards, electronics, etc. 

“I just want money from my family members,” Iwarimie said.

Zah-ajah Wilson, a freshman fine arts major, wants to take it easy this Christmas season. She said for Christmas she will be winding down and focusing on lots of self-care. Students who feel burnout look forward to the holiday season, so they can take some personal time to de-stress and kick back.

“I will be relaxing and spending time with family,” Wilson said. She added “I just want peace and quiet.” 

Scott Robbins, a senior communications major plans to spend time with his close family and friends. 

“My family hosts the holidays at our house every year, so I won’t be traveling,” Robbins said. “I’m looking forward to seeing my family members and eating good food.” 

He said he celebrates Hanukkah and wants a new computer. 

“For the holidays, me and my family do a grab bag,” Robbins said. “Each person buys mystery gifts and we play a game to see who gets what.”

If you’re spending the holidays traveling or at home with family and friends, just try to enjoy the moments and appreciate your loved ones. Whether you celebrate Christmans, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, remember to be joyful and thankful.

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