"I am looking forward to going home and going to New York City."

Jacqueline Krueger

sophomore - business marketing

"Take a break from school, being able to relax with my family and not having to do school work."

Dawn Keeley

senior - elementary education

"Seeing friends I haven't seen in a while..."

Hilary Freeser

freshman - business

"Seeing my family and friends that I haven't seen since the summer."

Taylor Meckley

junior - nutrition

"Just rest and sleeping."

Ahmed Nassar

senior - biology

"I am looking forward to spending time with my family and Christmas shopping on Black Friday."

Rebecca Maier

senior - public relations

-- Compiled by Jessica Annas and Caitlin O'Malley

-- Photos by Ben Snyder