October of my freshman year was a blur of picking roommates, apartment tours and my mom asking, “Do you seriously need to sign a lease this early?”. In this haste to sign, some of my friends chose to share rooms in “luxury” apartment buildings for absurd prices, and others had to live far from campus Read More…
Category: Unit 3
2 Tips for Keeping your Dorm Room & Your Life Organized
It only took one month before my freshman year dorm was a cluttered disaster. From syllabus week to midterms, the last thing you want to worry about is dealing with overflowing hampers, mismatching socks, and dirty sheets. The secret to preventing a messy dorm room is to get a head start and create clean habits Read More…
Your Parents Head Home… Now What?
It can be both liberating and terrifying when you head to college, leaving your home and parents behind. Whether you were independent and took care of your own errands and tasks, or your parents did your laundry and made your meals, living on your own will take some getting used to. With the following information Read More…
Ibuprofen—don’t leave for college without it
The most indispensable item I brought with me to UW Madison was a bottle of ibuprofen. Yeah, that’s right, the over-the-counter painkiller. I know it sounds stupid, but when I’m dealing with a fever or toothache, I don’t think, “Wow, I’m so glad I brought that microwave!” (Microwaves rank #2 on my list of indispensable Read More…
For Protection and Safety!
As an upcoming Freshmen at UW-Madison, you will soon understand that College Library will be one of your favorite library due to it being 24-Hours. As you are into your deep studies, you will soon realize that it is past 2 am and there are no buses in transit anymore. This is when pepper spray Read More…
5 Reasons Why I Wish I Still Lived in a Dorm
Looking back on my dorm life nearly 30 years ago, I had no idea how good I had it. When you’re 18 years old living in a dorm might seem a little hokey, but here are some of reasons why I wish I still lived in one today: Cafeteria – I mean I am a Read More…
As Rihanna Once Said, “You Can Stand Under My Umbrella”
This may seem like a small and unimportant item, but don’t be mistaken, you will come to find that an umbrella is a must have while in college! Many, like myself, didn’t even realize that they needed an umbrella until that unfaithful day when they stepped outside and it was pouring rain. Even better, you Read More…
10 Reasons Why You Should Share an Apartment with Your Best Friend from Home
Moving into an apartment is always exciting but having your best friend there with you makes it even better! Cooking Together is Always a Party: You know each other’s favorite foods, what more could you ask for? Someone to Go Home With: Whether you are going home for a weekend or for winter break you’ll Read More…
Scented Candles: Smell of Happiness
If I had to choose one item to bring with me forever for my dorm life, I would say scented candles as my best choice which can bring me smell of happiness with little effort. With candles being lighten on for a few minutes, pleasant smell will fulfill the entire room and last for long Read More…
First Year Means First Big Decisions
Housing can be tough your freshman year whether you live in an apartment or have a dorm on campus. Most have a roommate who they may have not known before and that can be challenging for some. How about deciding to purchase a meal plan or cook for yourself? Below are some tips on how Read More…