Going into college, I was under the impression that there were two types of students: those who studied and those who partied. However, the University of Wisconsin defied my expectations, as students often juggled both. While there were more than a handful of occasions where I should’ve stayed in and studied instead of going out Read More…
Author: hmellen
How-To Avoid The Freshman 15 Using a Microwave and Mini-Fridge
Coming into college, my cooking abilities relied on one appliance: the microwave. Growing up, I had grown accustomed to having healthy meals prepared for me, and truthfully, I hadn’t considered the fact that avoiding the Freshman 15 might require some workarounds, especially when presented with more than enough indulgences the dining halls had to offer. 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…