You Know You’re in Your Junior Slump When…

Rebecca L. and Tekle S.J. • September 27, 2025

As the Class of 2027 navigates their way through the challenges of junior year, we are here to share our top 10 moments of when you know you are in a junior slump.

… you still haven’t eaten lunch by 3:10 p.m.

… you find yourself sleeping through a fire drill

… the caffeine in Steaz stops working

… sweatpants seem more enticing than khakis

… senior privileges feel more like junior rights

… Canvas is overloaded with late and unsubmitted assignments

… you feel like you’re stuck in September

… chemistry and physics begin blending together

… your parking spot never seems to fit your car

… your SAT book starts to collect dust

About the Contributors

Rebecca L., Managing Editor

Rebecca is a junior in her fifth year of writing for Spyglass and second year as an editor. Outside of writing articles, you’ll find her constantly in coffee shops, curating new Spotify playlists, or walking one of her three dogs.

Tekle S.J., Editor

Tekle is a junior in her third year of Spyglass and second year editing. Outside of Spyglass, she enjoys reading tasteful memoirs, walking down (and driving up) the hill she lives on, and rewatching Veronica Mars.

Grace F., Design Team Member

Grace is a junior in her third year of Spyglass Design. She enjoys looking at birds and mangosteen.