Being a new college freshman can be extremely difficult. Everything is new, exciting and terrifying all at the same time. A key thing to remember is a lot of people are in the same boat as you, they are coming into school in a new city with new people and are trying to figure out Read More…
Category: Finding your niche
Feel welcomed, Feel Like Home
Coming to university can be daunting, so here are three actions you should take to quickly adapt to university life. Welcome Week and Discussion Groups At the beginning of each semester, the university creates a multi-week event called “Wisconsin Welcome.” Students can attend different events such as organization fairs, outdoor activities, and late-night outings. I Read More…
Immerse Yourself in UW’s Campus: 3 Must-Sees
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…
“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…
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…
First Steps to Friendship: How Freshmen Can Thrive Through Joining Clubs on Campus
When it comes to making friends in college, it can be overwhelming. In a school as big as UW-Madison it is especially important to find your smaller communities within the big world of being a Badger! A great place to start cultivating these friendships and communities is through joining clubs on campus. While it may Read More…
Finding Your People
The first step on campus can be super overwhelming; an unfamiliar place with completely new people isn’t easy to grapple with. That being said, UW-Madison is a huge place full of exciting opportunities and wonderful people to interact with. Here are some tips that will help you take that first step to making your time Read More…
It’s the People Who Make the Place: Building Connections and Thriving at UW-Madison
Starting college is like stepping into a whole new world of excitement with endless freedom and opportunities. Sure, it might feel a little scary at first, but these are going to be some of the most memorable years of your life. Before you know it, you’ll be celebrating graduation beside your best friends wishing you Read More…