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…
Category: Unit 4
Anticipation rather than Procrastination
Procrastination, defined by Merriam-Webster as “to put off intentionally the doing of something that should be done,” is something that all college students deal with at some point. Learning how to not procrastinate was one of the biggest and best adulting hacks I found during my freshman year. Procrastination is inevitable, since it is easy Read More…
Adulting Tips: Balance Is Key
When I first went to the Student Org Fair during my freshman year, I put my email down for at least 20 clubs. I also signed up for a lot of credits, which put me under a lot of stress. I needed to learn how to balance, which is why I am sharing some tips Read More…
appsolutely download this.
Here’s the deal. Keeping track of your money isn’t an option once you get to college, it is a necessity. You no longer have your mom handing you 10 dollars before going out with your friends, or your dad to take you for take-out after practices. It’s just you and your debit card… and that’s Read More…
Adulting? More Like Microwaving. Recipe How To
It’s hard leaving the comfort of home and your own kitchen where you know your way around. It’s always easier to whip something up when you have a stocked pantry and full kitchen. Although dining halls exist, and there’s normally a communal kitchen somewhere nearby, I never felt that I was getting what I needed 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…
Simple Survival Strategies for “Semi-Adults”
Picture this. It’s November, you’ve gained 15 pounds, and mom’s not waiting with hugs in your dorm when you (maybe) flunk your midterm. Scenarios like these happen to many students during the transition from high school to freshman year of college. But while “semi-adulting” seems terrifying now, don’t worry – you’ll figure it out eventually. Read More…
Tips To Think About as You Prepare For “Adulting;” What I Wish I Knew
Adulting: MyHomework, Google Calendar, Exercise, and Sleep
Here are four pieces of advice for incoming freshmen: (1) Use the myhomeworkapp.com website to organize homework, quizzes, assignment, and exams by course. I begin each semester by inputting the assignments and due dates so I always know what I need to focus on. Avoid the horrible “this huge paper is due tomorrow and I Read More…
The best college life-hack: Get more sleep!
Hacking your sleep has never been easier, and I promise it is a sure-fire way for an incoming college student to start every day feeling refreshed and ready to take on whatever comes your way! During my first semester as a freshman in college, I was always staying up until the late hours of each Read More…