{"id":110943,"date":"2016-04-01T09:40:21","date_gmt":"2016-04-01T13:40:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/?p=110943"},"modified":"2022-06-22T08:57:01","modified_gmt":"2022-06-22T12:57:01","slug":"uconnbucketlist-april","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/2016\/04\/uconnbucketlist-april\/","title":{"rendered":"#UConnBucketList: April"},"content":{"rendered":"

From now through May, we\u2019re sharing our #UConnBucketList, with one quintessential UConn activity to complete every month. On the first of every month, check UConn\u2019s Instagram<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, and Facebook<\/a> for another bucket list item.<\/p>\n

April<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Oozeball.<\/a>Oozeball. Don\u2019t miss the tradition! Add it to your #UConnBucketList on April 23 as we mark the 33rd year of our glorious muddy volleyball tournament. Be sure to capture the action and post your photos or videos via #UConnBucketList.<\/p>\n

Find Oozeball details & registration here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Compete all 10 items from our Bucket List challenge for a chance to win the grand prize, which includes a photo shoot with Jonathan XIV. Need to catch up on a few? See below for the first nine Bucket List items that we’ve revealed this year.<\/p>\n

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\"Bucket<\/a><\/p>\n

March<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spring Break is almost here! Whether you\u2019re traveling to an exotic locale, headed out for \u202a#\u200eUConnAltBreaks, grabbing some work\/internship hours, or just recharging at home, show us how you make the most of your Spring Break for our March \u202a#\u200eUConnBucketList challenge<\/a>. Post a photo or video via #UConnBucketList.<\/p>\n

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\"Sledding<\/a><\/p>\n

February<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve seen a lot less snow than most years, but we\u2019re ready and waiting with our shovels, snow gear \u2013 and sleds! Keep your eye out for the next snowfall and bundle up for a ride down Horsebarn Hill to cross February’s #UConnBucketList challenge<\/a> off your list. Don’t forget to post a photo or video of your adventure.<\/p>\n

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January<\/strong><\/p>\n

The promise of a new year and a new semester \u2013 and some frigid New England days. It\u2019s the perfect time to settle into your favorite study spot when you return from winter break, and get your new classes off to a great start. Show us your favorite study spot for January\u2019s #UConnBucketList item<\/a>. Post a photo or video to Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter using the hashtag.<\/p>\n

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\"A<\/a><\/p>\n

December<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sure, it ends before 12 and there\u2019s more to it than omelets \u2013 but Midnight Breakfast is still many Huskies\u2019 favorite way to take a break before finals begin. Cross off December\u2019s #UConnBucketList item<\/a> by attending this annual event at the Student Union<\/a>, Dec. 13 from 9:30-11:30 p.m. and documenting it with a photo or short video. Bonus points for winning this year\u2019s ugly sweater contest!<\/p>\n

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\"Bucket<\/a><\/p>\n

November<\/strong><\/p>\n

We know your passion for the @UConnHuskies runs deep. To check off November\u2019s #UConnBucketList item<\/a>, show us just how much Huskies pride you have. Using #UConnBucketList, post photos and videos of your game day get-up, Fido doing his best @JonathanXIV impression, your kids\u2019 faces painted blue and white \u2013 all the ways you #BleedBlue.<\/p>\n

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\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

October<\/strong><\/p>\n

October is here. For some, it\u2019s all about picking apples and raking leaves. But at UConn, it\u2019s the perfect time to enjoy our beautiful campus. Take some time to swing beneath the tree at Mirror Lake<\/a> and post a photo or video of yourself checking #3 off the \u202a#\u200e<\/span>UConnBucketList\u202c<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"jonathannose\"<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

September<\/p>\n

Need a little luck as you start the fall semester? Cross off #2 on the #UConnBucketList<\/a>: Rub the nose of the Jonathan statue, our very own good luck charm and capture it with a photo or video.<\/p>\n

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\"dairybar\"<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

August<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no better way to beat the summer heat than a scoop from the #UConnDairyBar<\/a>. Head on over to the Dairy Bar and snap a picture or capture video of your visit, then share it via #UConnBucketList.<\/p>\n

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