If you’re like me, when you look at the Course Guide everything sounds interesting. I want to learn about healthcare, politics, economics; the list goes on and on. PA 200: Contemporary Public Policy Issues with Professor Smeeding covers all of that and more, making it the perfect class for students with many interests. Here are Read More…
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How to Answer the Most Important Interview Question: “Why should we hire you?”
Having a sense of business knowledge is versatile for any major at the University of Wisconsin. Specifically, when interviewing for jobs, individuals need to know how to market themselves and discover their unique selling point. The exact class to learn to market yourself in the competitive workforce is Marketing 300! I enjoyed Marketing 300 for Read More…
Cartoons In Class? Well, Now You Can.
Have you ever wanted to watch Looney Tunes for credit? What about Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs? The Simpsons? Boy, do I have the solution for you! Communication Arts 357: History of Animated Film CA 357 is a 3 credit course that is taught by Lea Jacobs and Casey Long. The classes are usually Read More…
ART 346: The Graphic Design Class You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about graphic design, then taking Art 346: Basic Graphic Design is a must. All students can benefit from learning applications of design principles in this 3-credit art course. Beyond more than learning how to use basic Adobe InDesign or Illustrator navigation tools, Professor Henrique Nardi brought a unique Read More…
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…
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…
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…
So You Think You Can Dance? – Dance 111
I know what you’re thinking: A dance class? In college? That sounds like a waste of time. However, hear me out on this. Dance 111, also known as Contemporary Dance Technique and Theory I, is more than just a dance class. Available this Fall 2020 and open to freshman, this course introduces students to the Read More…
5 Reasons Art 508 Is for You
Whether or not you are an art major, Colloquium in the Arts is the class for you. Art 508 is run by Professor Elaine Scheer who recruits artists from across the United States to come to UW-Madison and speak. Keep reading to hear 5 reasons you should enroll in Art 508 this fall! 1. Accessible Read More…
Learn Media Design in the Least Intimidating Way Possible With LSC 332
Do you ever find yourself asking the question “when will I use what I’m learning at school in the real world?”. I definitely have, and if you have too, then I suggest taking the class Life Science Communications 332. Why should you step outside of your digital comfort zone? I would consider myself someone Read More…