For graduating seniors, there remains only a few short weeks until Kansas State’s campus is left behind, and for many other students, graduation will arrive before they know it. Whether it is a last hurrah or a weekend full of fun before the semester ends, here are five must-dos before your time in Manhattan ends this spring.
Hike the Konza Prairie
Just a short 20-minute drive from Manhattan sits 8,616 acres of land available for hiking and exploring. An afternoon in the sun with your friends on a designated trail is memorable enough, but hopefully you leave with some tan lines and views to remember.
Bar Crawl
For students above 21, making a lap around Aggieville is a great way to reminisce on your times out on the town. From the Tubby’s patio to Johnny Kaw’s Yard Bar’s 50-cent wells, visiting these bars surrounded by your friends or family creates one last positive memory.
Campus Walk & Revisit Dorm
K-State’s campus is known for its castle-like architecture and flourishing plant life, so a sunset walk around campus is imperative to remember every corner. During this walk, take a lap around your freshman-year dorm. Reflect on your original move-in day, meeting your first roommate and everything in between. Whether you ate at Derby or Kramer, there has to be a memory lingering among those halls.
Stargazing at Pillsbury Crossing
Located only six miles from Manhattan is an open skyline for stargazing, with grassy areas for a perfect picnic. This picturesque landmark would be great for creative graduation photos or a day trip to remember.
Karaoke at Kite’s
Kite’s Bar & Grill is notorious for its karaoke nights on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Paired with a cheap drink and $11 espinaca dip, there will be plenty of laughs looking back on this night. A night full of classics and a large group of friends, this activity can even become a regular event for returning students.
These are just a few unforgettable adventures to check off your pre-graduation bucket list. Get together a group of friends, grab a disposable camera and make the most out of your last few weeks in the Little Apple.