Hey there, freshman Badgers! Stepping onto the UW-Madison campus two years ago as an incoming freshman, I vividly remember the overwhelming combination of excitement and nervousness that I felt. With thousands of students walking around and countless organizations on campus, finding your people at such a big university can seem hard at times. Here are Read More…
Category: Unit 2
Jump-Start your Career: A Freshman’s Personal Guide to Professional Development at UW-Madison.
Photo of UW-Madison students meeting with an advisor at College Library. Image courtesy of Creative Commons. Entering college is both exciting and daunting, especially when you already are thinking about your future career path. Many ask themselves, “how do I even start my career?” and “who can I network with to help me be successful?”. Read More…
Mastering Self-Trust
Dear Incoming Freshman, Congratss! As you step into this new chapter of your life, remember to give yourself space to grow and discover who you are and what you’re passionate about. I would recommend that you get specific with yourself regarding what you want to gain from your college experience. Having self-growth and academic goals Read More…
3 Ways To Make Madison Feel Like Home
The first few weeks of college are some of the toughest weeks you may have experienced thus far in your life, but know that everyone you are surrounded with is in the same boat as you. Here are some tips to make Madison feel like your second home in no time! 1. Make Your Community Read More…
Freshman Year: Your Launchpad to a Dream Career
Getting a head start on your career during your freshman year of college can seem overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can lay a strong foundation for your future. Here are some key strategies that I have learned and developed that can help you start building towards your dream career. Networking is so crucial. Read More…
Professional Development: Networking, Organizations, and Careers for Incoming Freshman
Beginning college is one of the most daunting tasks faced by incoming students at this point in their lives. Having now gone through the process myself, I would have certainly done it differently if I had the privilege of hindsight. First of all, I cannot emphasize enough how not-scary networking can be if you do Read More…
Navigating College Social Dynamics as a Freshman
As a freshman, I found myself plunged into the web of college social dynamics, a journey blended with excitement and anxiety. The prospect of moving to a new area and being on my own for the first time was both exciting and daunting, leaving me to wonder endlessly about my ability to make friendships and Read More…
How to Choose Extracurriculars: 3 Tips to Find the Right Fit
You’re a future Badger! There are many amazing opportunities on campus and numerous Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) to explore. Establishing what RSO is best for you can be overwhelming, so here are 3 tips to find the right fit: 1. Establish your interests. Before joining an organization, it is essential to establish your interests. Take Read More…
Three tips to be “original” badger
As a freshman, it is always frustrating to start a new journey with a completely new background and no high school friends around. As a senior who also experienced freshman year, let me give you a few tips to adapt to UW-Madison. After reading this blog, I guarantee you will be an ORIGINAL BADGER just Read More…
An Underrated Aspect of Campus Life: Finding Your Favorite Study Spots
Let’s be honest. Studying somewhere depressing sucks. So, to prevent you from getting stuck studying somewhere dark and sad, I’ve culminated a few study spots that I thought were positive environments that you can try out for yourself! Here’s a few of my favorite study spots: If you live on Lakeshore, try the D.C. Smith Read More…