It may seem surprising, but I find shoes to be the most important part of my college wardrobe. UW–Madison offers a wide variety of activities, and different seasons, that require a wide variety of shoes in your arsenal. I’ll go over some of the essentials that you should consider packing before you arrive in Madison! Read More…
Category: Unit 2
Studying Tips for New Students at UW
Coming to a college campus can be very scary if it is your first time. Especially at a school like UW-Madison that is so big you can barely keep track of yourself let along thousands of other students. So the best thing you can do is familiarize yourself with the campus and develop good study Read More…
Welcome to College: Step Outside Your Comfort Zone!
Heading off to a new place with people you’ve never met before can be intimidating. But, with the right tips, this transition can be a breeze. Moving to college is different for everyone, but one common factor remains, everyone is meeting new people. This is your opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and interact Read More…
Binge-Watching Community
A show that I highly recommend is “Community” starring Joel McHale and directed by famous director Dan Harmon. This show is a fantastic binge and can be found on both Hulu and Netflix. The satirical take of what it is like to go to a Community college is an absolute gut-buster as we follow around Read More…
Making Friends at College: Enjoy the Experience!
Making new friends at college may become the easiest, or the hardest, part of the experience. There are a vast number of ways to make friends at college, as outlined here. The biggest aspect that may be different from high school is that UW-Madison has a very large undergraduate community, so you can be assured Read More…
Freshman Icebreakers: Opening The Door on New Friendships
At some point in our lives, there comes a day where we have to pack-up and leave mom and dads basement. For many it’s the day they move into the dorms as a freshman in college. Moving to college is a big change in itself. It can be nerve racking to be moving a new Read More…
Dorm Diaries: Socializing without Drinking
Living in a residence hall is lively, memorable and can jumpstart life-long friendships. Even with UW-Madison being one of the largest party schools in the United States, drinking isn’t the best icebreaker when meeting new people. Network beyond drinking by sitting in social areas, attending campus events and maintaining an adventurous attitude (safely, of course)! Read More…
Dive into the Unknown
Going to college is scary and exciting all in one, and probably the biggest life change you have ever encountered. Although the weeks and maybe even the whole summer leading up to college will leave you with an uneasy stomach as you battle with the fear of the unknown, there are ways to ease this Read More…
First Year Fashion
There isn’t too much to say when it comes to dressing up for class. We are a very large school which makes it hard to have a dress code for classes. With that being said, I feel it is important to keep mind a few fashion tips when getting ready for class. First a and Read More…
Four Easy Ways to Start Making Friends Now!
Congratulations! You’ve decided to attend UW Madison this fall. Freshman year can be stressful — not least because you’re leaving home and childhood friends behind. However, these four strategies will have you connecting with other students and making new friends even before leaving home. Social Media: Connect with fellow Badgers and the University on social Read More…