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In many classes here at the Colorado School of Mines, it is taught that the sum of components cannot be greater than their parts. In some cases, this is utter falsehood. Take for instance the two words "spring" and "break." The dictionary of Miriam Webster defines "spring" in a variety of ways: to rise, leap, move, or act suddenly and swiftly, as by a sudden dart or thrust forward or outward, or being suddenly released from a coiled or constrained position or the season between winter and summer: in the Northern Hemisphere from the vernal equinox to the summer solstice; in the Southern Hemisphere from the autumnal equinox to the winter solstice. "Break" is described as "an interruption of continuity; departure from or rupture with." Superficially at least, the sum of these two words means merely that a rest period occurs in the duration of time between winter and summer. While true, many a college student knows that this is a grossly anemic definition. These two words, when combined, represent freedom, relaxation, and opportunity. They conjure images of sun, sand, and small striped umbrellas (preferably in large, cool, glasses). Or perhaps they conjure images of snowy peaks, long naps, or family picnics. School work is pushed aside, at least for one more day, and that upcoming exam no longer seems as dire or imminent. Spring break is not merely some rest period between winter and before summer vacation, it is opportunity. Students here on the beautiful Mines campus often know how to make good use of opportunity Whether spring break entails catching up on homework or catching some rays, have fun!

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