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No school, no problem: How Badgers are spending snow day

January 30, 2019 ​By Kayla Huynh ​

Though school is temporarily out due to extreme temperatures, that hasn’t stopped UW–Madison students from making the most of their day off.

For a group of roommates, a cold day called for getting as comfy as possible… with a huge fort of pillows to serve as a jumbo bed.

Photo by Kylie Steinke

A mini party was even held, where friends locked themselves indoors together to bond.

Photo by Darby Peter

Others braved the cold — just to say they did it.

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Another tested the theory that boiling water automatically freezes when you throw it into the air — all in the name of science.

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And this student indulged their sweet tooth with a tasty treat.

Photo by Margie Whiteside Kentz

While some held tight to their pets for warmth and unlimited cuddles…

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Photo by Darby Peter

Many stayed inside with the company of a good book, homework and Netflix.