Northwestern for a California Kid?

<p>I’m a sophomore and every year when the first snow of the season comes (usually in October) everybody from California runs outside to experience their first snowfall. People have a really good time with it. After about a week the snow turns brown, the sky turns grey, and the wind gusts so hard that your face is throbbing by the time you get to your destination. I never thought weather would be a big deal, but after 6 months of winter you start to question your reasons for coming to Chicago. Trust me, the weather really is that bad and probably worse.</p>