With the middle point of the fall semester coming lickety-split, some students at Iowa State may think it is too late to get involved on campus. On the contrary, right now is the best time to join new clubs, participate in Intramural Sports, try new foods and to call your grandma.

Iowa State has a bustling club community with over 900 participants! No matter your passion, there is a club for you to join — and they are always looking for new members. Clubs are a great way to meet new people while building or working on new skills. Just remember, DO NOT FORGET to call your grandma and tell her about these new friendships and how much fun you are having.

Intramural sports are another great way to make new relationships while trying to gain clout by obtaining the coveted championship shirt. This competition society holds all types of sports, from the traditional basketball and flag football to new sports trends like bouldering and spike ball. However, DO NOT FORGET to call your number one fan, who cannot wait to hear how great your college experience is going.

Ames also has a bustling food scene with numerous tasty and trendy restaurants. Places like Cafe Beaudelaire or Szechuan House could be great places to try new genres of food at decent prices. While for date night, top-tier places like Provisions or The Cafe are always happy to provide fantastic dining experiences for you and your special someone. With all these great options, DO NOT FORGET to call your grandma, who most likely watches a little too much Food Network.

The hustle and bustle of the fall semester can be overwhelming for many students. Through all the assignments, tests and quizzes, it may seem impossible to find the time for a conversation with your family members at home. But please, take this writer’s opinion and call your grandmother right now, because I wish I could.