I have to admit I was a little skeptical to take this class because of the title. “Introduction to Film” seemed so broad to me but this was the first class I signed up for after declaring my Com Arts major and I don’t regret it nearly three decades later! From the moment I walked Read More…
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There’s No Place Like Home
Congratulations, you’ve survived your first semester of college! So… what now? I’m sure you don’t even remember what it was like to not cry 5 times a week or have nothing to do, and now you’re going to have a whole month off. What better way to spend your relaxing break than in the comfort Read More…
J202: The Worst – and Best Class I Took In College
Why J202? After changing my major for the third time, I was confident that I had finally found the right fit. I stepped into UW-Madison’s School of Journalism on the first day back at school after Winter Break ready to take on a class with a reputation – J202. The fact that the class was Read More…
Why Ecology of Human Happiness 201 is a Great Class for all Incoming Freshmen
Freshman year comes with a lot of new changes that can be both overwhelming and exciting. Taking a class that is thought provoking and enjoyable will ease some of the tensions of the first year; Ecology of Human Happiness 201 can do this for you. Why should you take this class? Professor Christine Whelan is Read More…
Stay or Go, Do it Together
Why you should see friends over break With one semester of college in the books, it may be tempting to get back to your hometown and revert back to the life you had in high school for a few weeks. While catching up with old friends is fun, I’m here to argue that you should Read More…
To Take or Not to Take English 162
Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:William_Shakespeare_1609.jpg Shakespeare’s works may seem boring, but taking English 162 makes reading Shakespeare fun, interesting, and actually enjoyable! I took this class my first semester of college in the fall of 2016, and I recommend it to everyone. Here are three reasons why you should take this class in the fall of 2019. A Read More…
Spring Break | Welcome to New York!
Unlike Madison, New York City is definitely one of the busiest, loudest but also the most diverse cities in the United States. Freshmen life here in Madison could be boring in the long winter, which makes exploring fun NYC a good option for Spring Break. Visiting Museums The Metropolitan Museum of Arts is one of Read More…
Why Sociology 120 Is The Best Class for Students Seeking Knowledge and Low Stress
You’ve never taken a college course, and although you want to complete courses that count toward your credit requirements, you want to ease your way into the college education experience. You need something captivating, fun, and low stress. Maybe the history of dating or parenting strategies interest you. What class could satisfy these needs? Enter Read More…
A Break From School with a Focus on Yourself
College is a stressful time in a persons life. Freshmen year may be one of not much sleep, poor nutrition, and intense studying. Take time over break and focus inward. Rejuvenate your mind and body. Here are a few suggestions to get you started. Catch up on sleep Freshmen year in the dorms it is Read More…
Things You Need to Know About Political Science 601: The Supreme Court’s Most Recent Term
For students that are majoring in political science, PS 601: The Supreme Court’s Most Recent Term is a highly recommended class. Taught to around 20 students per semester by Prof. Ryan Owens, the course takes a deep dive into six interesting cases on the Court’s current docket. While the course is not offered in fall Read More…