Happy spring! Our team is back with another guide for the semester ahead.
New here? Let’s catch you up: At the start of each semester, our team compiles an everything-you-need-to-know guide about being a student in Philly—even if you’re not in Philly.
And this semester, we’re back with a little twist! This semester’s guide features all the usual good stuff, PLUS an interview with some of our favorite student foodies, some recommendations for coffee-slash-study-spots from our Instagram family, and more!
Wait! Before you scroll: Here’s the latest on the city’s response to COVID, including a helpful safety checklist to use while navigating the city this semester. Plus, the vaccine is now available for certain groups—learn more about the City’s plans for distributing vaccines and reserve your place in line. Sign up today!
Looking for something specific? Jump right in:
Campus Philly Events: Our Spring Lineup is LIVE!
Outdoor Events & Indoor Experiences: Explore the City Your Way This Semester
Work it Out: Find Your Fitness Community
5 Resources for Spring 2021: Start Here, Start Now
Hungry? Here’s Your Mini Food Guide for This Spring
Mental Health: Meditation, Mindfulness, and More
Campus Philly Events: Our Spring Lineup is LIVE!
Our spring 2021 lineup of career events is here! Campus Philly’s virtual events are the best opportunity to directly connect with employers in the region who are currently hiring for entry-level jobs and/or internships.
Interested? Sign up today (registration links below!) for this semester’s events, hosted by Campus Philly Event Host Ayannah Kamryn, and taking place virtually on Zoom and Brazen.
Grad School Virtual Happy Hour: We’ll speak with three panelists all about grad school: How the admissions process works, what financial resources you’ll need, and the tests you’ll need to take for your specific grad school path.
And, because it’s 5 o’clock in Philly, we’ll kick off the event with a special Virtual Cocktail Making Lesson with professional drink slinger Bartender Barry.
Sign up here. Space is limited!
Psst. Now, it’s time to start preppin’. Keep up the momentum by checking out our other career resources for college students and recent grads:
- Watch all past virtual events and interviews
- Read our career advice
- Browse the Job Board
- Sign up for our email list for weekly career tips & event updates!
Outdoor Events & Indoor Experiences: Explore the City Your Way This Semester
Museums are BACK!
Note: Hours and offerings may be different due to Covid-related changes. Double check the organization’s website before exploring!
- The Philadelphia Museum of Art offers Pay-What-You-Wish admission every Wednesday night beginning at 5 pm, and on the first Sunday of each month!
- The Barnes Foundation offers free admission from 10 am to 5 pm on the first Sunday of each month.
- Wonderspaces, a walk-through interactive gallery experience, offers $20 student tickets with a valid student ID.
- The Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology offers FREE admission on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3-5 pm (through May 31, 2021) when you present your college ID at the Welcome Desk!
View the FULL list of student deals and discounts here!
Let’s talk parks. Because we’ve got a lot of faves.
- Check out Franklin Square in Center City to play mini golf for just a few dollars or to soak up the sunshine.
- Elevated green spaces like Rail Park and Cira Green offer panoramic views of Philly. Plus, both experiences are also free to enter!
- Meditate and take a moment to yourself at Race Street Pier for a free one-hour yoga class daily when the weather is warm.
- Take in the views of the city at Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk and River Trail—a great spot to take a walk or ride a bicycle by the water.
- Adventure out of the city to Wissahickon Valley Park in Manayunk to enjoy over 50 miles of trails!
Plus, check out these two student favorites:
“I love Rittenhouse Square because it’s in the center of Philadelphia & perfect for people- or dog-watching! There are also so many cute restaurants with outdoor dining close by!” –@foodie.phl
“I love Fairmount Park because of how big it is! There’s always something new to explore and do—whether that’s through the nature trails or the recreational areas—you can enjoy the outdoors and escape the city for a little bit with being just steps away from it!” –@jfabel
Ready to start exploring? Check out even more Philly parks here!
Work It Out: Find Your Fitness Community
Are you a yogi? We’ve got you covered.
- Join a virtual yoga class with Unity Yoga—or join a Live Stream before or after studying!
- Take a virtual yoga class with Three Queens Yoga.
- Get hot yoga on-demand or via Live Stream with Hot Yoga Philly!
Start burning with barre.
- Barre3 offers free classes, guided breath work, meditation, and more, all on their IGTV!
- Tuck Barre & Yoga offers free workouts on their IGTV! From ballet to boot camp to shred, there are plenty of options for all types of barre classes.
Plus, check out even more ways to find your fitness community.
- Center City Fit Free Skate: Keep active outdoors at the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink with complimentary admission and skate rental.
- City Fit Girls: Join a community of women who share a passion and interest in fitness.
- Never Give Up Training: No matter your starting point, they’ll help you get to where you want to be!
- Bicycle Coalition: Looking to brush up on your bike riding skills? Check out this skill-building video that outlines an easy step-by-step process to conquer the basics on your bike.
5 Resources for Spring 2021: Start Here, Start Now
- Find a Job with the Campus Philly Job Board: Find your next gig with our free Job Board this spring! Looking for a full-time job or an internship based in or around the Philadelphia region? We post new opportunities every day—from companies who are currently hiring and looking for young professionals just like you. Get started today!
- Lock In Internet Essentials from Comcast: Comcast is taking immediate steps to make it easier to connect low-income families to home Internet. New Internet Essentials customers will receive two free months of Internet service if you apply and are approved by June 30, 2021! Learn more here.
- Check Out a Comcast Lift Zone: Comcast has developed 1,000 Wi-Fi-connected “Lift Zones” in community centers across the country—including these spots throughout Philadelphia.
- Student Loan Relief: In response to the Coronavirus National Pandemic, the Department of Education has extended the pause on federal student loan payments and collections, and will keep the interest rate at 0%.
- Attend the Beyond College 2021 Webinar Series: Covering a wide variety of topics from personal finance to professional development, Wells Fargo’s free webinar series will help better prepare you for what’s next after college. Check out their upcoming spring webinars!
Hungry? Here’s Your Mini Food Guide for This Spring
Indoor or outdoor dining? Delivery or takeout? Here’s what’s available.
Both indoor and outdoor dining are available in Philadelphia, so whether you’re comfortable dining indoors or would rather grab a bite outside, both options are available to you!
Now, the big question: Where to eat? The Philadelphia Citizen’s got a great list of where to dine this spring—check it out here! Plus, we’re loving this running list of spots to dine by neighborhood.
Looking for fresh eats?
Check out these farmers’ markets happening throughout the city this semester:
- Rittenhouse Saturday Farmers’ Market
- Headhouse Farmers Market
- Christ Church Farmers Market
- Clark Park Saturday Farmers’ Market
Plus, there’s always ways to dine from home (and support local!).
Outside of ordering direct (AKA, the best way to support your favorites!) our team also loves Black & Mobile—the first Black-owned food delivery service to exclusively deliver for Black-owned restaurants.
Not looking for food, but still want to support your go-to spots? Buy a gift card this spring to support your favorite businesses!
We’d be remiss if we didn’t chat all-things-coffee… But don’t just take it from us!
Check out the recommendations from students below. Psst: These also make great study spots!
“I love Saxbys because their coffee tastes amazing and there are so many healthy options. Also, the staff is so friendly!” –@tinaverzi
“I really love Bold. It’s one of my favorite coffee spots in Philly because of its flavorful coffee and great atmosphere!” –@marleyslotkin_
And, because we hope you love coffee as much as we do, here are some other student favorites to check out:
- Renanimator Coffee, –@maria.prik
- Renata’s Kitchen, –@selfcarewithsabrina
- The Monkey & The Elephant, –@jfabel
- Suprema, –@04isje04
Want to share your favorite coffee-place-slash-study spot? DM us to be added to this ever-growing list!
Oh, and speaking of recs, let’s pass it over to some of our favorite student foodies!
Check out our mini-interview with @phillyfoodladies—a food-influencer account managed by Temple students Rebecca Neckritz & Christina Mitchell—to hear all about how they launched their account, and why they love sharing their Philly bites with YOU!
1. Tell us about @phillyfoodladies. Why did you start your foodie account?
Becca: “We started @phillyfoodladies during our freshman year at Temple University! Christina and I were roommates and immediately bonded over our love of food. We wanted to share our delicious discoveries with our friends. We also feel that embracing eating, as women, is a radical act that hopefully helps other people create a healthier relationship to food. Our page has grown so much over the past four years and we’ve gone from 30 followers to over 5.5K!”
2. That’s awesome. And what about Philadelphia’s food scene made you most excited—what makes Philly’s food so special?
Christina: “I come from a small, suburban town where there were very few multicultural food options, and most of the restaurants were either big chains or fast food. When I arrived in Philadelphia, I was blown away by the plethora of local businesses and cultural dishes. Now I have so many places on my bucket list that I’m not sure if I’ll ever be able to cross everything off!”
3. Yes! Our bucket list is also h-u-g-e. Let’s talk about being a student in this city. Why Philly?
Becca: “Philly has so much culture. From nights out at the orchestra to museum student discounts to Restaurant Week, Philly has it all. Plus, it’s much more affordable than other big cities. As a theater major, I’ve been able to work with professional companies while still being a full-time student. There’s always a new mural to find, or ramen bar to eat at, or play to watch in Philly!”
4. OK, now we gotta ask this because you two are THE experts: Where’s the best foodie deal in the city?
Christina: “Some of my favorite deals are Sampan’s tasting menu (8 courses for $50), Apricot Stone’s mezze for 2 (also 8 courses for $50), Pizzeria Vetri’s 21+ deal (3 courses and two drinks for $65), and literally anywhere for Center City Restaurant Week!”
Check out @phillyfoodladies for amazing foodie photos, and give them a follow for even more budget-friendly recommendations!
Mental Health: Meditation, Mindfulness, and More
Want to improve your mental health? We’ve got a guide for that.
From engaging with your school’s wellness group to journaling, exercising, and meditating, we’ve got eight ways to improve your mental health in this guide.
Plus, utilize these tools & free events this spring:
- B. PHL Innovation Fest’s Mindfulness Over Matter Series on YouTube
- Calm: Meditation & Sleep Stories on the App Store
- DMAX: Conversations That Connect via Zoom
And, as always, you’ve got us.
Our team here at Campus Philly is here for you—and we mean it.
Whether you need help finding your go-to sushi spot, or you need some guidance on figuring out your next career move, we’ve got your back… at a safe distance, of course.
