Take a Break and Unwind a Little With Cougar Countdown

The spring season brings warm weather, vibrant flowers, fresh green leaves, bunnies … but also pollen. And final exams.

While exam week is certainly stressful, the College of Charleston has your back with this semester’s Cougar Countdown. Hosted by the Center for Student Learning, the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Provost/Division of Academic Affairs, this lineup of events is here to help you de-stress, stay fueled and have a little fun during finals. The countdown kicks off on the last day of classes (Wednesday, April 23) and runs through Monday, April 28.

Check out what’s on the agenda as the countdown to summer begins!

Open Play
Wednesday, April 23–Friday, April 25
7–10 p.m.
Johnson Physical Education Center, Practice Gym

Starting on the last day of classes, the Johnson Center gym will be available in the evenings for open play. Whether you want to shoot some hoops or practice your volleyball skills for the beach, there are plenty of activities to help you unwind from a long day of studying.

Moonlight Breakfast
Wednesday, April 23
8–10 p.m.
Liberty Street Food Hall

Start exam week off strong and celebrate the last day of classes with a breakfast of champions. President Andrew T. Hsu and his staff (and Clyde too!) will be dishing up a feast. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, hash browns: Need we say more?

Sips and Stems
Thursday, April 24
12–2 p.m.
Rivers Green

Visit Rivers Green for craft sodas from Sweatman’s Garden ‘Sodary’ and a handcrafted floral bouquet from @wildherbarium. There’s nothing like a cold, sweet drink and fresh flowers to keep you refreshed for finals.

Crafting with Paper Flowers
Thursday, Apr 24
1–3 p.m.
Addlestone Library, Atrium

Speaking of flowers, you can also bring home a handmade paper bouquet! This event gives you the opportunity to try out the library’s Cricut DIY crafting machine. Take advantage of this study break to get those creative juices flowing for all your final exams, projects and essays.

Scoops with Hsu
Thursday, April 24
4–5 p.m.
Rivers Green

There’s a reason we all scream for ice cream! Come grab this sweet treat served by none other than President Hsu himself. And snag a selfie while you’re there!

Breakfast Burrito Bar
Friday, April 25
7:45–10 a.m.
Rivers Green

Who doesn’t enjoy a breakfast burrito? Come enjoy free coffee and a breakfast burrito provided by Friends of the Library. That’s certainly a breakfast to keep you fueled for the first day of exams!

Stress Relief Fair
Friday, April 25
12–2 p.m.
Rivers Green

Enjoy a break from the business of finals and visit the Stress Relief Fair! Whether you want to hug a therapy dog, get your hair bedazzled with tinsel or power-peddle on the smoothie bike, there’s tons to help you unwind and take a breath.

Coffee and Pastries
Monday, April 28
7:45–10 a.m.
Rivers Green

Start off your Monday by stopping by Rivers Green for a sweet breakfast and a cup of Joe. It’s a tasty treat for the hard work you’ve done already and a scrumptious incentive to help push you through the last few days of exam week!