College Is Hard

Finding your place at UW Madison is difficult. I am an incoming senior and I don’t feel like I fully know where I belong yet. In my opinion, the idea of finding a perfect niche where once you find it all your problems will be solved is a fantasy. That being said, finding people to Read More…

Finding Your People at UW–Madison

When I first arrived at UW–Madison, I had this image in my head of instantly finding my group—laughing in the dining hall, walking to class together, and staying up late talking about life. What actually happened was a lot of wandering around campus solo, trying to figure out where I fit in. But eventually, I Read More…

How to Build Powerful Connections Outside the Classroom

college.library, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons UW Madison is full of opportunities outside of the classroom to connect with students and industry professionals. If you went to college only to go to class and stay in your dorm, then you could’ve saved money by staying home. Here are a few ways I’ve developed Read More…

From Nervous to Ready: Freshman Starter Pack

College is full of new experiences, relationships, goals, and so much more. As a result, it can sometimes feel intimidating to step out of your comfort zone. Even so, do not fret! Confusion and feeling lost are totally normal, and it takes time to adjust throughout your undergraduate years. At least, that’s how it was Read More…

Your Freshman Year Friend Formula

When I moved into Chadbourne Hall my freshman year, I thought I had to find my “forever friends” in the first week or risk being alone forever. Spoiler: I didn’t meet all my closest friends right away, and that’s completely normal! Feeling like part of the campus community takes time, but there are a few Read More…

How Freshmen Can Start Building Their Professional Future

College goes by faster than you think. It’s easy to get caught up in classes and social events, but if you’re even a little unsure about your career goals, freshman year is the perfect time to start figuring them out. So what exactly is “professional development,” and why should you care? Professional development is all Read More…