Affordable Date Ideas For University Students

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Affordable Date Ideas For University Students
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• Dating in university can be fun, exciting, and
  full of firsts. For many university students,
  however, it can also seem expensive. Don't let
  the fear of hefty restaurant bills and show
  tickets stop you from dating. There are plenty of
  ways to date affordably, and affordable or cheap
  dates can be just as, if not more, romantic than
  expensive dates.
• Small romantic gestures can go a long way,
  especially if theyre creative. Here are some
  ideas to get you started.

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Share a Romantic Dinner in Your Dorm or Apartment

• Daily meal preparation might not always seem fun
  or easy, but a cool date can make the effort
  totally worthwhile. Make it more romantic by
  adding a theme, such as something that represents
  how you met, where you met, or something special
  that the two of you share.

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• A dinner of chili, gingerbread cookies, and warm
  drinks could represent warmth and meeting in the
  winter or a shared love of the winter. Maybe your
  date loves to travel and a meal that includes
  foods from their favourite place will win you
  major brownie points. If you really want to make
  an impression, decorate your suite or university
  residence to go with the theme.

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Binge Watch Their Favourite Movies or TV Shows

• For a student on a budget, even going to the
  movies can be expensive. Luckily, streaming
  services, like Netflix, have plenty of films and
  TV shows to binge on. Find out which ones are
  your dates favourite and invite them over for a
  binge-a-thon. Make your space cozy and dont
  forget the snacks!

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Plan a Romantic Picnic

• Its winter in Canada, so a picnic in the park
  is out of the question, but it doesnt mean that
  picnics in general are out of the question. No
  matter the time of year or general setting, a
  picnic date is always a romantic idea.

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• Since its cold outside, you could set your
  picnic up inside. In fact, you could have a
  picnic in either of your apartments, suites or
  dorm, where the weather is nice and you dont
  mind the cold, you and your date could have a
  'freeze out' picnic outdoors. Remember to dress
  for the weather with warm clothing and make sure
  your picnic basket includes warm, comforting food
  and drink. Theres nothing sweeter than sharing a
  warm thermos of hot chocolate and a blanket!

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Attend a School Event

• Most universities have school events happening
  year round. Plays, sporting events,
  school-sponsored concerts, etc. are great
  settings for dates. An exciting event with a fun
  atmosphere is also a great place to break the ice
  and ward off date-related nervousness. Theres
  also the added benefit of super cheap or free
  event tickets.

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Use Your Student Discounts

• If youre determined to show your date a good
  time outside of campus, make sure to use your
  student discounts. These discounts will allow you
  to take your date to a movie, dinner, or out for
  a drink at cheaper prices.

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• If you live at 1Eleven, take advantage of your
  resident discount card and save at several local
  businesses, as well. To make the date even more
  interesting and fun, visit multiple places,
  taking advantage of many discounts, and turning
  your date into several cool mini dates.