Madison is the ultimate college city. Its vast campus, two lakes, welcoming environment, and wide choice of activities offer many ways to enjoy student life. One of the most essential steps to getting acclimated as a Wisconsin freshman is to explore everything the city has to offer. Here are three must-sees for getting to know Read More…
Month: May 2024
Freshman Career Playbook: Hacks for Student Success at UW-Madison
Starting your first year at college can be an exciting yet intimidating time, especially for students without a sense of direction. As a UW-Madison student, I remember feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information presented to me during my freshman year. Let’s break down some key ways to set yourself up for success. Explore Your Read More…
6 Strategies to Find Your Dream Internship
As a college student navigating the career world, finding the right internship can be daunting and stressful. With many different internship options and the pressure to make the right choice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, in this guide, we’ll explore strategies to help you secure your dream internship. 1. Leverage UW-Madison Career Services Utilize Read More…
“Work Hard, Play Hard” at UW-Madison
Feel a Part of the University Community The college transition can feel insurmountable– harder than trekking up Bascom itself. You’re in a new place, dealing with isolation from friends & family, and experiencing a new school environment. BUT– you and every other incoming freshmen are experiencing it together! Embrace the shared intimidation. Let it foster Read More…
How to Choose Extracurriculars: 3 Tips to Find the Right Fit
You’re a future Badger! There are many amazing opportunities on campus and numerous Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) to explore. Establishing what RSO is best for you can be overwhelming, so here are 3 tips to find the right fit: 1. Establish your interests. Before joining an organization, it is essential to establish your interests. Take Read More…
Three tips to be “original” badger
As a freshman, it is always frustrating to start a new journey with a completely new background and no high school friends around. As a senior who also experienced freshman year, let me give you a few tips to adapt to UW-Madison. After reading this blog, I guarantee you will be an ORIGINAL BADGER just Read More…
An Underrated Aspect of Campus Life: Finding Your Favorite Study Spots
Let’s be honest. Studying somewhere depressing sucks. So, to prevent you from getting stuck studying somewhere dark and sad, I’ve culminated a few study spots that I thought were positive environments that you can try out for yourself! Here’s a few of my favorite study spots: If you live on Lakeshore, try the D.C. Smith Read More…
Building Lifelong Friendships at UW-Madison: 3 Tips to Bond and Belong
Starting at a big university like UW-Madison can be an exciting adventure, especially when it comes to making friends and finding your place in a new environment. As a freshman, you have the opportunity to meet so many new people and experience everything the campus has to offer. Here are three tips from my own Read More…
A Guide for New Badgers: Level Up Your Social Life at UW-Madison with Student Orgs
Let out your inner social butterfly this fall on campus! It is important for incoming students to get the full effect of UW-Madison’s social life. From clubs to organizations, there are so many opportunities to cultivate your interests and help you flourish! Finding Your Interests Campus provides so many social opportunities that it can feel Read More…
Finding Your Place at UW-Madison
On a campus as large as UW-Madison, it can be hard to know where you belong. There are thousands of people to meet and it can feel impossible to know where to start. In this post I will go over a few of my personal tips to start finding your place on campus and some Read More…