The art of adulting can be a very difficult and time-consuming process of learning. Your first year of college is bound to be full of unexpected moments you wish you knew about. Here are 7 affordable items to keep in your backpack that can make adulting an easier process. 1. Back Up Charger Whether it Read More…
Watch Your Freshman Year Flash By in Short Video
Freshman year is full of so many different emotions, ranging from curiosity, happiness, anxiety, love, frustration, excitement, to so many more. It is likely you’re going to meet an incredible amount of new people, doing unfamiliar and new activities, all in a brand new place. This is a year you definitely don’t want to forget. Read More…
Scarf | Save Your “Turtle” Neck 🧣
Until the cold wind blew wildly on my face, I felt the power of Madison undoubtedly in winter. It patted my cheeks and my neck until…I took out my long, thick scarf and put it on my neck, which turned out to be shorter than the turtle. That is right, a dispensable winter gift for Read More…
How to Have a Healthy Mind & Body in College
Everyones heard of the dreaded “freshman 15”, a horror story spread by many. The freshman 15 refers weight gain that often happens to first time freshman. People rarely fail to mention the mental toll your mind can take as well. I’m going to give you my best suggestions on how to keep your entire spirit Read More…
What’s the Deal With PicCollage?
Every dorm room has one: a cute collage of someone’s family, high school friends, or dogs. They remind every freshman of the great memories they have made at home! If you’re feeling a bit sentimental, you can simply look at your collage of pictures and feel at home again. But what about all of your Read More…
This is (Trans)it! This is THE app you need!
So, by now you’ve read about the most necessary item you need to bring to college (In case you forgot, it’s tennis shoes!). Now it’s time to talk about the app you’re going to thank me 10x over for making you download… and you’ll probably thank me 20x over when it’s -30 degrees out for Read More…
Small Talk…It’s What Breaks the Ice
Guess what? If you’re an introvert like me, small talk is torture I wouldn’t burden my worst enemies with. So you can imagine the fright my little freshman self was feeling when she had to start from scratch in a new city with new people, a new school and living on her own. It can Read More…
Think, Plan, and Act Like an Adult
Going to college is one’s real first opportunity to see how they can “adult” on their own. A lot of changes take place during this time period that can make the transition seem daunting. I found there to be three main ideals to focus on when living on your own. Think – When thinking like Read More…
These 3 Apps a Day will Keep the Home Sickness Away…
Here is a list of the three apps I couldn’t live without out… and you can’t either! Starbucks: In college, whether you were a coffee lover before or have never taken a sip… you will need it! Are you exhausted from a late-night studying or out with your friends? This app will allow you to Read More…
Three Smart Tips to Save Money in College Without Compromising Your Quality of Life
1. Save money on textbooks each semester When buying college textbooks, many students shop at the University Bookstore for their classes. There is a book or two or three listed for each class, so students add them to their shopping cart and checkout. That is a big mistake. You should check your class syllabus first Read More…