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Outlandish things to do when bored

Mya Schumacher-Grossen, Contributor
March 10, 2026
Kenzie Whaley
A blanket fort sits on top of a couch in Corvallis February 9, 2026. Building a fort in a living space is something students can do when bored.

Get a new piercing

Personalize your earring stack by adding a helix piercing or maybe a rook.

Build a dorm/ apartment fort

Who said we cannot act like little kids in college? Make a fort with all your blankets and pillows (of course, only if your roommates are alright with it).

Start a podcast with your friends

You do not need the fancy setup or expensive microphone. All you need is you, your best friends, and your humor. 

Borrow a dog for the day (Heartland Humane Society does this)

Heartland Humane Society legit lets you borrow a dog for the day. It is called “Fetch a Friend.” Do not worry, the link is attached.

Fetch a Friend: https://www.heartlandhumane.org/get-involved#FetchaFriend 

Start writing a memoir

Everyone has unique experiences that people would love to hear about. So, write about yours!

Pass out positive notes to strangers

Everyone could use a boost of positivity in their day. So, why not be that positivity? Write some notes on a piece of paper or a sticky note and pass them out to people you see passing by.

Enter America’s Got Talent

Not promising you will get picked, but why not give it a shot? 

Dye your hair a crazy color

Whether you dye your full head or just money pieces, adding a pop of color could never hurt.

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About the Contributor
Mya Schumacher-Grossen
Mya Schumacher-Grossen, Writer
Hi, my name is Mya Schumacher-Grossen, a writer for the Beaver Digest! I am from Sublimity, Oregon, and am a freshman majoring in psychology with the hope of becoming a therapist. I love spending time with friends, getting coffee, thrifting, listening to music, and just getting out. I am so excited to be a part of the Orange Media Team!