What is your favorite holiday and why?

“I’d probably say Christmas just because of the holiday spirit and stuff. It’s a good time of year. Everyone’s happy.” —Vincent Tarbat, sophomore history major

“My favorite holiday, I’d have to say, is Christmas because I’m with all of my family. I love opening presents and watching their reactions because it makes me happy to see if I got it right.” —Carmen Martinez, junior, pre-nursing major

“Christmas because (starts singing) ‘It’s the most wonderful time of the year.’ I just like the vibes of Christmas, it’s very festive and everyone’s in a good mood. And then presents. I’m not going to lie, I really like getting presents.” —Morgan Fernandez, first-year undeclared major

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