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On-Campus Thanksgiving - For one reason or another, many students aren’t able to travel back home for Thanksgiving. Although staying on campus is not the most intriguing way to spend your holiday, chances are you won’t be the only one! Either way, there’s nothing to worry about because we’ve put together a list of ideas to help you make the best of spending Turkey Day on your college campus. By Dontaira Terrell (Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto) 

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Find Things to Do - More than likely, there are several nearby events that you’re able to participate in, such as an annual parade, a local play or a musical celebration. (Photo: Getty Images/Lonely Planet Images)

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Say Thanks - Why not take the time and volunteer at a local shelter, soup kitchen or Thanksgiving event in order to give back to those who are less fortunate within the community? (Photo: Ariel Skelley/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Connect With a Friend - If you have a friend who lives near campus, ask if you can go home with them. Believe us, parents of college students enjoy setting an extra plate at the dinner table for those students who are unable to be with their own families during the holidays. Besides, the more the merrier! (Photo: Ariel Skelley/GettyImages)

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Treat Yourself - With few distractions and finals just around the corner, spoil yourself to a solo dinner date! This will allow you to enjoy the idea of a nice holiday dinner, as well as give you the opportunity to spend some alone time to self-reflect and enjoy your own company. (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Shake Things Up - When was the last time you were able to venture off campus and take in the sites of your college town? The extended weekend is the perfect opportunity to remove yourself from the daily grind of campus life and explore the city limits.  (Photo: 2/Aidon/Ocean/Corbis)  

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Get Some Needed Sleep - This is the perfect time to catch up on some long overdue rest and relaxation! With classes suspended, the dorm halls filled with peace and quiet and your roommate probably away, do your body some good and get plenty of zzzzzs. (Photo: GettyImages)

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Binge Watch - With finals right around the corner, you probably haven't had time to keep up with Being Mary Jane and How to Get Away With Murder. No worries. This break, get caught up on your shows with On Demand or Hulu or work through your Netflix list. (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbi)

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Get Ahead of the Game - Catch up on your studies or personal chores such as laundry, cleaning or grocery shopping. Take advantage of the flexibility and freedom you have in order to handle the simple things. (Photo: Getty Images/Blend Images RM)

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Make It a Friendsgiving - Gather a few friends who are staying on campus as well and plan a Thanksgiving of your own at someone's apartment or dorm. Everyone chips in a little and brings their best dish. As you can see, spending Thanksgiving break on campus isn’t so bad after all, right?  (Photo: Flint/Corbis)

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Campus Fun - Many colleges offer “Thanksgiving Tradition,” which is a weekend filled with activities, including a dinner for students. This is a great opportunity to meet new people with whom you wouldn’t ordinarily get a chance to hang out. Try reaching out to the Office of Student Activities to receive detailed information about on-campus events during the break. (Photo: Ariel Skelley/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Host a Game Night - You are not the only one staying home this holiday, gather up the troops — your friends and other folks in the dorm — to have a game night in one of the dorm’s social rooms or your apartment. Our favorite: Cards Against Humanity. That game is not only hilarious but can bring together any group of people. (Photo: Hill Street Studios/Blend Images LLC/Corbis)

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Monopolize on Black Friday - With no distractions, you can seriously map out your Black Friday strategy in your area. Get online or use the newspaper ads to figure out how to make the best of the most important shopping event of the year. Good luck and don't forget to set your alarm. (Photo: Flint/Corbis)

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Don’t Forget to Facetime the Fam - With all the activities you have planned this break, make sure you make the time to check in with the family and let them know how much you love them and miss them. (Photo: JLP/Jose L. Pelaez/Corbis)