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Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by pschneiders

These TikTok Trends Will Help You Beat the Quarantine Blues

It is no surprise that the viral app TikTok has become a staple for many of us during quarantine. The endless stream of new content spanning from short funny clips to cooking tips have us all captivated, but some specific trends have stood out more than others, making for great examples of ways to get Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by shweitz

Why Tie Dye Will Cure Your Quarantine Blues

Social Distancing. Two words that I will never forget when the Covid-19 pandemic is finally over. However, until then, as we all do our part to protect ourselves from one pandemic, another seems to be making its way into our homes. Not, coronavirus, not the flu, but boredom. Finding activities to keep myself entertained can Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by lazu

Want to Learn How to Be Happy? Take Philosophy 304

That’s right, a class at UW-Madison all about how to be happy, called Philosophy 304: Happiness and the Good Life. In this 3-credit L&S course, students can discuss ancient and contemporary philosophers’ theories on how to find meaning in life. The name alone was enough for me — after all, who doesn’t want to learn Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by terhaerdt

Creativity: The Solution to Quarantine Boredom

Sitting inside during quarantine can feel like every day is mushing into the next and suddenly a month has passed, you can’t recall ever leaving the house. Getting out of this cycle can be difficult, so to do so, you must have a plan. On this list should be to get creative. This does not Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by ceisen

Expectation Vs. Reality: You Are Not Alone.

There are so many resources on Campus, such as the UW writing center, and if you just utilize them correctly you don’t ever have to feel lost and confused. Although the lectures are very large and some professors ramble on, breaking down into smaller discussions and engaging with your TA and other classmates really allows Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by cboynton

Think You’re Not Creative Enough to Take Creative Writing? That’s A Creative Thought

Before you ~write~ me off about this, think about this: no matter what your major is or what career you want to enter, English 207 could benefit you. Not only does it fulfill your Communications B requirement, but it has many hidden benefits. Gail Tompkins, a literacy professor, concludes several reasons all children need creative Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020April 29, 2022 by beidner

How Can You Leave the World a Better Place?

In the School of Human Ecology, the Community and Nonprofit Leadership program executes many courses with life changing curriculums. I was fortunate enough to experience CSCS 300 which taught a wide variety of ways to create an impact on the world. Why take CSCS 300? Professor Michael Maguire is a devoted man who is invested Read More…

Posted on May 30, 2020 by pballweg2

Your Ticket to Freedom and Feeling Like a Kid Again

Do you remember your childhood bike? It was a pivotal time when you could venture out on your own, no longer dependent on your parents to shuttle us around, and we knew instantly that a bicycle was our ticket to freedom. My bike, “Trusty Rusty,” was a hand-me-down from my brother; it was a brown Read More…

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