Exam tomorrow… Essay due at midnight… Laundry to do…. Hmmm. What can I do instead?
As a typical college student, I always find myself procrastinating the work that I need to get done.
Sometimes, I’ll be in the middle of writing a paper and before I know it, I’ll be browsing Facebook.
Whenever I go on Facebook, I notice that my friends and family “share” articles on their page that catch my eye.
These articles come from a website called Buzzfeed, which provides the perfect way to control any amount boredom.
Founders John Johnson and Jonah Peretti created Buzzfeed in 2006 as a way of entertainment. Buzzfeed contains online quizzes, articles about interesting topics and the latest entertainment news stories.
This website is more than just something to use for fun; it also displays the biggest news stories from headlines such as Ebola in the United States to the U.N.’s warning about ISIS.
Buzzfeed is the perfect way to procrastinate.
Personally, I always find myself trying to find things to do instead of my homework. When I see an article shared on Facebook, I just have to see what it was about.
I mean hey- who doesn’t want to find out which Disney princess they would be or see how “basic” they are?
There are so many different articles to read and even more online quizzes to take. Many students find these quizzes entertaining, and sometimes, once one is taken, it’s impossible to stop.
Completing Buzzfeed quizzes is like eating oreos; you can’t stop at just one!
From “Who’s your TV boyfriend?” to “Which cheap wine should you drink tonight?,” the quiz themes are endless.
One of my favorite things to do on Buzzfeed is read articles that are short blurbs written by thousands of people each and everyday.
The articles on this website are perfect for college students; they have everything from hairstyle techniques and DIY Halloween costumes to easy recipes for students on a budget.
My roommate and I always end up sending each other articles throughout the day.
I believe that this website is such a hit due to the fact that the content is relatable and entertaining.
Whether you’re procrastinating on homework, or just looking for a little entertainment, Buzzfeed is sure to please.
With the large amount of quizzes, articles and entertainment news, you will be sure to waste hours online.
Next time you’re bored, go ahead; find out what all of the buzz is all about.
