Finishing this past semester of college had me feeling like the world had been lifted off my shoulders. After months of online schooling, I was ecstatic to begin my summer in Madison as not only a student on campus but, now, just another local resident. However, I quickly realized that, because I spent so much Read More…
Month: June 2021
Binge Worthy Comfort Show
By: Grace Paar A show that will make you laugh uncontrollably, it is easily quotable and the episodes are only 30 min long is the perfect show to binge. Parks and Recreation is my binge show of choice and I can confirm I watched the entire season during winter break and my parents were a Read More…
New Girl: The Best Show to Binge
I have always loved sitcoms. My favorite show as a kid was Good Luck Charlie, which then transitioned to Friends in high school, and now as a college student, my new favorite sitcom, New Girl, is the best TV show to binge. New Girl is a modern day sitcom, which aired in 2011, that revolves Read More…
How NOT to make friends in college.
You may have heard all the great ways to MAKE friends when you get to college, but I would like to focus on the cautionary tale of someone who DIDN’T make friends.Sally was excited about college. After all, UW Madison is an amazing school with so much to offer academically. But when it came to Read More…
Simple Tips to Get you Through
Coming to college can be scary for many reasons. One of them is learning how to complete all of your work and study so that you are as best prepared as you possibly can be. It can be a scary change from high school, but I am here to give you a few tips to Read More…
Study Smarter Not Harder
Many students realize their high school study habits aren’t very effective in college. This is understandable as college is quite different. Often, professors are less personally involved, classes are bigger, exams are worth more, reading is more intense, and courses are much more rigorous. That doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you; it just means Read More…
Cut Down on Screen Time When Possible.
Throughout the Coronavirus pandemic, I found myself spending drastically more time on my phone and laptop than ever before. Online school made me exhausted, both mentally and physically. Taking breaks has always seemed like its own task that I’ve never been great at. Here are three ways I take a break from digital distractions to Read More…
Studying Tips From A Social Butterfly
Studying and social butterfly seem like an unlikely pair right? Not anymore… Coming to college, I felt like high school had prepared me well. But, I’d be lying if I told you my first semester Freshman year grades were perfect. That semester taught me how to adjust to the different type of academic environment and Read More…
Get Up and Move into your Study Break!
Study breaks are a crucial part of making it through exams and especially finals! No one can study 24/7 no matter how hard you try. It’s important to give yourself a mental break to stay sharp and focused during your study time. I have found that the best study break is to get active. You Read More…
It’s Always Sunny in…Madison
College can be stressful at times, and it is always a good idea to take a step away and relax. One way that I like to do this is by binge watching my favorite TV show: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. You can stream all 14 seasons on Hulu. It’s Always Sunny is about 5 Read More…