Transferring from a community college to a massive public university like UW-Madison may feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. The the shift in culture, community, and environment will likely feel jarring, but there are ways for you to plan ahead to ensure your UW experience matches your expectations. Here are some things to Read More…
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Kick back and Relax! Best Comfort Show to Binge
Laughing uncontrollably for the entirety of its 22 minute playtime, one of my favorite binge worthy TV shows is without a doubt, The Office. So easy to wrap yourself up in, I often find myself sitting through five episodes without noticing. The plot follows a small paper company located in Scranton, PA and the day Read More…
What type of clothing do I REALLY need to bring with me to school?
Ah Madison…. home of Bucky Badger, Bascom Hill, State Street, legendary football games and the Memorial Union Terrace. I was beyond happy when I found out that I was going to UW Madison. The summer before freshman year was spent working and planning what I was going to bring with me. After all, you can Read More…
What “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” will teach you about feminism.
Buffy The Vampire Slayer is more than an “old” cheeky supernatural drama series, it is a guide to young women on how to embrace their femininity, break stereotypes and be a boss. In 1997, Buffy The Vampire Slayer made its debut following the failure of the film version that was made in 1992. The show Read More…
Saving and Spending Tips for Your Pre-College Transition
As an incoming freshman, the months between getting accepted into college and moving day can be exciting, daunting, and at times stressful. But have no fear! Here are some tips to help you as you start to transition into college life: Save Your Money We have all heard the stereotype of being a “broke college Read More…
Pre-College Transition: Easy Peasy
The summer before your first year of college is packed with nervous jitters and what if’s. You may be excited or nervous…or even both! There are many ways to make this life-changing transition into the smoothest adjustment you possibly can! Make plans to hang out with your roommate beforehand Having a good friend before the Read More…
Binge-Watching Must-Haves!
It’s time to kick back and relax as I deepen your understanding of some of the top must-watch binge-worthy shows and movies on Netflix! These suggestions are coming straight from my Netflix cue and right into your yours;)). Do what you need to do to buckle down for some serious binge-watching action because once you Read More…
Achieving Your “Dream Dorm”
Growing up, I always watched Youtube videos ranging from dorm decoration ideas, college life-hacks, move-in vlogs – you name it, I watched it. The summer before my move-in, I revisited these types of videos to finally curate my ‘dream” dorm room. Here’s the places that I started at before arriving to my dorm move-in day. Read More…
True Crime Fan? Watch This Series.
You might find yourself having a lot of extra time in your schedule as a freshman in college… I know I did. I had much more downtime in my first-year of college compared to my hectic senior year of high school, and there’s a good chance you might have the same. Binging Netflix was the Read More…
3 Not-So-Obvious Tips That Will Make Your College Transition a Breeze
As your move-in date approaches, you may be feeling excited and anxious. Either way, here are 3 tips that will make your college transition a breeze! Spend Time With Your Pets You probably already know that you should spend time with family and friends, but don’t forget about your furry (or scaly) friends, too! Unlike Read More…