When I arrived at UW-Madison, “professional development” sounded like something reserved for juniors with LinkedIn Premium and business cards. But looking back, freshman year was the perfect time to start. My best advice? Explore early and often. You don’t have to commit to a major right away, I didn’t, but start attending events that pique Read More…
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Making Friends in College: A Mindset & Some Luck
Making connections in college is largely about mindset and openness. Students who approach social situations with positivity and confidence are more likely to form meaningful relationships. Rather than worrying about whether others will like them or assuming everyone already has a friend group, it’s more effective to enter a space thinking, “Look at how many Read More…
It’s Okay to Change Your Mind
The best advice I can give to anyone is this: don’t be afraid to explore, even if it doesn’t fit perfectly into your DARS four-year plan. Trying new classes, even the ones outside your major can help you figure out what you actually want to do for the rest of your life because choosing a Read More…
Freshman Advice: Professional Development is the College Experience
As an incoming junior, professional development is something that I have always thought about, but found myself unintentionally doing. While most college freshmen may be stressing about how to stay productive on this manner, I am here to reassure you that it will come in almost everything that you do! For one, networking is the Read More…
How To Choose an Engineering Major Without Sacrificing Your Sanity
Congratulations! You just accepted your place at the UW College of Engineering! You’ve made a great decision and don’t worry if you feel overwhelmed. As an electrical engineering major who just faced some of the same challenges during my freshman year, I’m here to give you my top three tips to set you up for Read More…
How to Build Powerful Connections Outside the Classroom
college.library, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons UW Madison is full of opportunities outside of the classroom to connect with students and industry professionals. If you went to college only to go to class and stay in your dorm, then you could’ve saved money by staying home. Here are a few ways I’ve developed Read More…
From Nervous to Ready: Freshman Starter Pack
College is full of new experiences, relationships, goals, and so much more. As a result, it can sometimes feel intimidating to step out of your comfort zone. Even so, do not fret! Confusion and feeling lost are totally normal, and it takes time to adjust throughout your undergraduate years. At least, that’s how it was Read More…
No Experience? No Problem: 3 Tips for a Successful Internship Search
Finding an internship as a freshman can be difficult, especially when it feels like you don’t have experience in your field. I felt the same way as a freshman, but by following these three tips I was able to grow my professional experience and ultimately land my first internship. Tip #1: Lean on your resources Read More…
Jumpstart Your Career: Advice for UW-Madison Freshmen
Starting college is exciting — but also a bit overwhelming, especially when you start thinking about your future career. As a fellow UW-Madison student, I want to share some tips to help you get a jumpstart and make the most of your time here. Explore Early and Often Don’t wait until your last year to Read More…
How Freshmen Can Start Building Their Professional Future
College goes by faster than you think. It’s easy to get caught up in classes and social events, but if you’re even a little unsure about your career goals, freshman year is the perfect time to start figuring them out. So what exactly is “professional development,” and why should you care? Professional development is all Read More…