TikTok is now banned on MS campuses. Here are 5 things students can do to fill the void

Recent college graduates are fully aware of how often students get caught going down TikTok rabbit holes for hours at a time. Those days could be over for on-campus college students due to recent law changes in Mississippi.

Lawmakers passed a bill in January banning TikTok from all state-issued devices and any devices connected to state-run networks. The law is into effect on July 1. This means that students on college campuses across the state will no longer be able to access the app unless they disconnect from the school's Wi-Fi network.

With that in mind, here's a list of five fun things students can do in their dorm rooms instead of scrolling on TikTok. For introverted students, these ideal leisure activities can considerably fill the void left by the video-sharing app.

Streaming television

Netflix tends to be the streaming service that first comes to mind for movie lovers that stream television shows and movies. For those that enjoy revisiting nostalgic movies from their past, Netflix has you covered. Shows such as Stranger Things, Outer Banks and BoJack Horsemen are just a few of the long list of Netflix exclusives catered to appease teens and a young audience.

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Meditate

Practicing meditation is a relatively easy thing to do from the comfort of your own dorm room. Place a blanket or towel on the floor and sit in silence to focus in on just your thoughts and breathing. Meditation is a great way to wind down and relax after a long day of school or work.

Become a bedroom basketball master

Nothing beats dominating a basketball league while living in your own imagination. Over the door basketball hoops run for as cheap as $9 online and the joy that presents itself after dunking continuously on the mini hoop is unmatched. Friendly H-O-R-S-E competitions with a friend or roommate can offer an outlet while also becoming highly competitive.

Play games with other school friends

There's only so much you can do alone in your dorm room to entertain yourself. So, why not call up a few friends to engage in friendly games to pass time. Whether those be board games such as Monopoly, card games like Uno or even video games such as Fortnite and NBA 2K, you and your peers can still enjoy each other's company under one roof.

Browse content on other social media apps

The new Mississippi law changes will not affect every social media platform. Content creators and frequent users of TikTok can still browse and create videos on other apps such as Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Similar to TikTok, these platforms also provide the option to scroll videos in reels, create and upload videos and live stream to followers.

This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: TikTok is banned on college WiFi networks. How do students fill void