When you move out to Madison for the first time, the essentials that everyone will tell you are basically the same. Bring supplies for your dorm room, bring clothing, bring a microwave, and a ton more super obvious items. But there is a slept on item that I guarantee most freshman would never think to Read More…
Category: Indispensable Item
Scarf | Save Your “Turtle” Neck 🧣
Until the cold wind blew wildly on my face, I felt the power of Madison undoubtedly in winter. It patted my cheeks and my neck until…I took out my long, thick scarf and put it on my neck, which turned out to be shorter than the turtle. That is right, a dispensable winter gift for Read More…
Why A Screen Protector Will Save Your College Experience
We’ve all been there. Your phone slips out of your hand and lands face down on the pavement. Your glossy screen now looks like a spiderweb. However, there is a tool that prevents this monstrosity. Screen protectors have saved most of the otherwise fatal phone drops for many of us. These little pieces of plastic Read More…
The Mug That Prepared Me For College
Starting college is a very interesting time. It is so exciting, but it is also quite nerve-wracking especially if you are moving far from home and separating from basically all you’ve ever known for the first time. I was in Target in Madison picking up all my bedding, towels, etc. I couldn’t even enjoy these Read More…
Get Ready to Walk, Walk, Walk, Baby!
Sneakers. While they may not be your top-rated shoe, first-choice footwear in the morning, or most fashionable sole-supporter, it is undoubtable that you’ll need tennis shoes when you come to college. Sure, in the last 18 years you probably have done quite a bit of walking (and think “Eh, I’ll be alright”), maybe even walked Read More…
The Only Item You Need to ~Spice~ Up Your Freshman Year
What is one thing that brings people together, sparks conversation, and generates overall happiness in humans? That’s right, food. Food was one of the highlights of my freshman year. Now, what item is notorious for enhancing almost any food — and will do the same for your freshman year?? You guessed it, salt and pepper. Read More…
Having a lofted bed is an adjustment, but this one item can make it so much easier.
I remember as an incoming freshman I was so caught up in trying to make sure that I had everything that I would need. My suitcases and boxes were packed to the brim with my clothes, decorations, toiletries, and just about anything that you can think one might need for their first year of college. Read More…
Staying Hydrated: Why Reusable Water Bottles Are A College Necessity
As an incoming freshmen, you’re excited to start this next phase of life. You’re looking forward to moving into the dorms and starting your path to independence, and you want to make sure you have everything you need to succeed in college. Laptop? Check. Textbooks? Ordered. Bedding and decorations? Packed and ready! Reusable water bottle? Read More…
Make Your Room The Place To Be
I won’t forget the time I first stepped foot into my freshman dorm. It seemed so plain and too simple. I know an essential item to make your dorm that much better…. Cool lights! Below I have listed three reasons why lights are an essential dorm item! Dimmer lighting I know my dorm freshman year Read More…
Charge up! It’s About To Be a Great Freshmen Year!
Preparing to move into college as a new freshman at UW was honestly a stressful period of my life. My internal contradictory arguments of whether I was bringing too much or not bringing enough was constantly playing through my mind. As I have grown older I have come to realize how exciting it truly is Read More…