There are plenty of apps that I have on my phone, some of which I have not touched since the day I downloaded it. Going into college, I never quite thought that an App could be essential to my freshmen year experience. However, it did not take long for me to understand the legitimate necessity Read More…
Category: Student Life
Must-Have Food Apps
What is a college student’s favorite pastime? Eating, of course. Here are the three best apps to cure your late night cravings or order your post tailgate munchies straight to your dorm. RedCard: Red card is the premium off campus meal plan. Red Card works like a debit card– you load money onto the card Read More…
The key to avoid the Wisconsin Winter
After Thanksgiving, the weather in Wisconsin really starts to take a turn for the worse. I try to wait until second semester to bring my winter parka to campus but some years it just can’t wait! The key to keeping warm in the painfully cold weather on campus is… THE 80! Freshman reading this are Read More…
Three Apps I Seriously Can’t Live Without
As a Junior at Madison, these apps have been staples that I use almost every day. Here are the three apps that I could not live without as a student at UW Madison. Venmo Venmo is easily one of my most used apps as a college student. Find yourself at Taco Bell on a Thursday Read More…
The BEST App to Help You Prep for Dorm Life!
As an incoming freshman, I’m sure you have been asking your older college pals ALL about dorm life. What is essential and what can be left home? How do I manage to fit all of my stuff in such a tiny space? Though they are great resources, there is another way to answer all of Read More…
Study Apps Every College Student Should Be Using
In our modern day and age, apps are not just used for entertainment- they are used for studying as well! Whether you have an Apple or an Android, there is a variety of apps out there for college students to help you stay on track of your work and boost your efficiency. Here are a Read More…
There’s an App For That – Getting Around UW-Madison
Getting around campus in Madison can be done in many ways. Biking, buses, Uber, or just simple walking will get you virtually anywhere you need to go in 30 minutes or less. But, figuring out the best options for yourself is best done with apps. So, here’s 3 apps that’ll best help you navigate UW-Madison Read More…
Moving your Body is Key to Social Isolation
If you’re a gym rat or love the community that your fitness clubs and group workout classes bring or simply enjoy being in an atmosphere where you can improve your physical health, I’m sure that social distancing is hindering that aspect of your life with how everything is closed. These issues that social isolation brings Read More…
Freshman Year: Throw Everything at a Wall and See What Sticks
Naturally, going to a new school and being the bottom of the totem pole after just being on top can be intimidating. Being at one of the largest campuses in terms of student body in the world certainly doesn’t help. However, it really doesn’t need to be. First, its important to realize that you’re not Read More…
Music Mecca Madison
Live music. Live music. Live music. Do not let your freshman year pass by without attending as many live music events as you’re able to. With plenty of venues and artists touring, Madison makes for an amazing concert scene that is sure to suit everyone’s taste of music and provide memories that will last a Read More…