Trying to find a study spot on campus can be difficult, but if you are looking for the perfect spot to study during the day, check out these less frequented study spots! The Engineering Centers Building is a recently constructed building with a modern design, there is not a lot of seating but it’s never Read More…
Category: Student Life
10 Reasons to Join WSUM Radio
WSUM, a student run freeform radio station, is a popular campus organization. Believe it or not, you don’t need any prior radio experience to join! And it’s not just a place for music fanatics and Radio, TV, Film majors; it draws people from many different majors. You can have a music, talk, or sports show Read More…
Student Life
If you’re like me, and your graduating class in high school was less than 150, coming to Madison and instantly having 7,000 new classmates can be more than a little daunting. Thankfully, with a student body as big and diverse as the one at UW-Madison, there are multiple places for students to build a community Read More…
Get Involved by Giving Back: 3 Reasons to Volunteer in College
One of the most exciting aspects of beginning college at UW – Madison is getting the opportunity to experience all that the city of Madison, Wisconsin has to offer. A great way to get involved not only on campus, but also in the city of Madison, is Badger Volunteers! Badger Volunteers is a student organization on Read More…
Avoid the Freshman 15 by Getting Involved
We’ve all heard about the dreaded Freshman 15. While for me it was a sad reality, there are an endless amount of ways to help you avoid the weight gain by staying active on campus. Check out these three suggestions to get involved and stay fit! Join a sport club team Read More…
The Secrets To UW-Madison Game day Traditions
There isn’t a greater feeling than waking up Saturday morning with “Jump Around” blasting in the background and looking out your window and seeing a sea of red all throughout the streets. Game days have been around for years and there are so many traditions that come along with them! I wish I would have Read More…
6 Ways to Get Outdoors and “Hoof It”!
Living in Madison provides a multitude of opportunities to enjoy nature. From paddleboarding on Lake Mendota to hitting the slopes, Badgers are some of the most adventurous college students around. Wisconsin Hoofers allows students to make friends and get active while enjoying each season in beautiful Madison through their 6 clubs. 1. Mountaineering No matter Read More…
Getting Involved on Campus: 3 Reasons to Join Greek Life
A great way to expand your social circle and enjoy living in one of the gorgeous mansions on Langdon Street is joining Greek Life at UW-Madison. As an incoming freshman in a class of about 30,000 undergraduates, it can be pretty overwhelming to think about making new friends. Whether you are the sole representative from Read More…
Welcome to the Campus Survival Guide, brought to you by J175!
Hello! Welcome to the Campus Survival Guide, your how-to for surviving and thriving at UW-Madison. This blog is brought to you by the students of J175: Media Fluency in the Digital Age. Over the next few weeks, we will be writing and posting about a variety of topics, including hidden study spots in Madison, ways to Read More…