Me? I’m a rising senior that transferred to UW from a small college in OR my sophomore year, now paying bills with my own checkbook. You? A rising freshman with very little “adulting” experience, about to begin living in the “real world”. Take a breath! If there’s anything I’ve learned about being a college student, Read More…
Tag: Adulting
Adulting is easy when you love what you’re doing
It’s your first day at college, you carefully unpack all of the things that was on the “Bed, Bath, and Beyond” shopping list that your Mom insisted that you buy and watch your parents drive off into the sunset. For some, this is a sad day or a whole new chance at freedom. But truly, Read More…
Networking 101
Aside from your studies, another important goal of higher ed is to meet people and make connections you can use for finding jobs, recommendation letters, or your own future employees! Here’s how to begin low-key networking in your community and start getting the most out of college for your professional life.
It’s Okay to Become a Adult
For some of you out there, you get a little nervous when you hear the word “adulting”. You think to yourself: how am I going to pay for all my bills, who is going to do my laundry, am I going to have to make the doctor appointment all by myself and much more. Read More…
Adulting at it’s Finest: Fresh Food
One thing I learned entering college is that dorm food gets old very quickly. My freshman year, I had a solid diet of non-perishables–which turns out to also not be a good idea. I am not here to preach about your diet or tell you what to buy, but this is more of a friendly Read More…
Adulting can be hard. It can be even harder when you’re hours and miles away from your parents. You may glide through college with ease at first, but when you decide to actually apply for a new job on campus, or an internship, you’ll realize you don’t own a single business casual or business professional Read More…
4 Ways to Master “Adulting” Freshman Year
Starting college can be an exciting and intimidating experience! Moving from living at home with your parents to living on your own is a huge life change. There are, however, ways to make it seem much more manageable. Here are 4 life hacks on how to master “adulting” in your first year: 1. Find your Read More…
How to “Adult” Like a Pro
When entering the craziness that is College there’s a lot to consider. Typically, it’s the first time that you are completely on your own. Want to know how to master “adulting” Freshman year? Here are five quick and easy tips on how to master adulting at UW-Madison: 1. Learn how to be okay being alone. Read More…