Summer Mood Mixer: CDS Student Staff Edition
Summer break is only a couple weeks away! Before students are able to soak up the summer sun they have to get through the most dreaded time for a student: finals.
Whether grinding away for that A in the class, or taking a break to drive down Lake Shore enjoying the beautiful weather, the right playlist is a crucial necessity for both occasions. Line up these playlists when feeling the need for a boost of motivation on finals week, or just want the right playlist for a beach day.
This motivation mix is for those late nights when one feels themselves dozing off and need to be reminded what all the effort is for. This playlist will inspire one's drive. Turn this up and feel motivation flow right back in, and self-doubt right out!
Need an extra boost to prepare for summer? Check out some of Creative and Digital Services (CDS) student staff’s favorite songs.
Gizelle - Marketing, Class of 2025
Student Marketing Assistant
Gizelle’s favorite summer songs are “Good Days” by SZA because, “the song has a relaxed and dreamy vibe with its smooth melody and laid-back instruments”. She also loves "Island in the Sun" by Weezer. Take a break between exams and enjoy the lively melody and catchy guitar riffs to spark feelings of joy and positivity.
Rohan - Marketing, Class of 2025
Student Photographer
Some of Rohan’s favorite’s include “Lose Control” by JJ Lin and “Hula Hoops” by DPR Live. He says, “These are the songs me and my friends vibe out to while we’re out on summer road trips. We could be driving through old country roads with the windows down and just singing these songs at the top of our lungs.”.
Grace - Industrial Design, Class of 2025
Student Graphic Designer
Grace’s top picks for summer tunes are “Sunroof” by Nikcy Youre and dazy, as well as “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina & The Waves. She believes these songs “bring a fun, upbeat, and happy vibe!” Grace loves listening to them while biking, running, and working out during summer, especially followed with a refreshing swim in Lake Michigan. Make time to enjoy the outdoors after crushing those tests.
Leia - Computer Science, Class of 2024
Student Web Developer
Leia has a few favorites in her playlist. She enjoys listening to “What Was I Made For” by Billie Eilish, a song that was written for the successful movie, Barbie. Leia loved and resonated with the soundtrack making it a staple in her playlist. Another recommendation from Leia is “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swift. The upbeat tempo of the song kept her in high spirits during her previous break, helping her power through a busy summer. Leia expects that it’ll become a staple in her summer playlist for years to come.
Vamsi - Computer Science, Class of 2024
Student Photographer
Vamsi's go-to music genre is techno, particularly organic house. He enjoys tracks like "Brace" by Jacob Groeing feat. Joy Tyson and "Dtjoh" by Citizen Deep feat. Jessia LM. His absolute favorite is "Twilight- Acid Pauli remix" by Noema and Acid Pauli. These songs hold a special place for him as they capture the feeling of the warm sunny days ahead and gratitude for life. After a long day of studying, Vamsi describes them as groovy tunes that make him want to dance and move to the beat.
Maggie - Marketing, Class of 2025
Student Marketing Assistant
Maggie’s all time favorite summer songs are “Homecoming” by Kanye West and “Passion Fruit” by Drake. She’s played these songs every summer for the past 4 years and they’ve become a staple in her summer playlist. The laid-back beats make for the perfect songs to relax on a summer night watching the sunset on the beach.
Christina - Marketing, Class of 2025
Student Marketing Assistant
Christina’s top picks include “Glow” by Alice Phoebe Lou and “Talk to Her” by The Marias. The peaceful, fun vibes remind her of walking and being connected to nature. She describes the experience as, “The sun is shining, the sky is blue with little to no clouds and there's a light breeze. All is well. Nature is healing”.
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Discover a range of motivational boosts and refreshing summer jams in the Spotify playlists above. These tracks, including CDS student favorites like "Sunroof" by Nicky Youre and dazy,"Brace'' by Jacob Groeing feat. Joy Tyson,“Good Days” by SZA, and "Cruel Summer" by Taylor Swift, are here to get students through finals and inspire a summer of lasting memories.