If there’s one thing I know how to do, it’s spend money, often in places I shouldn’t. I’ve had a debit card since I was a freshman in high school, and in order to support my shopping and Whole Foods addictions, I’ve had multiple streams of income for years. College has become a new ballgame Read More…
Adulting: Become a Morning Person
Productivity of an early morning is slept on (pun intended). In High School, my mom was always up before me, usually on her second cup of coffee, telling me everything she had already achieved that morning. Not convinced? Let me explain. College can be busy. So busy that you might leave your dorm at 9am Read More…
Going to College, AKA, Becoming an Adult
One of the scariest things about entering college is the fact that you will soon be on your own and forced into becoming an adult. You will no longer have your parents, guardian, or siblings by your side to help you along the way. Basically, entering college means “adulting.” Now, while this may seem like Read More…
Mindfulness: the key to staying sane in adulthood
As I entered freshmen year, I knew this step in life was synonymous with entering adulthood. A lot of intimidating things happen when entering adulthood. Most incoming college students know the classic adulting things to prepare for like laundry, budgeting, healthy eating, etc. Something that I have learned is very important that most people do Read More…
Time To Find Time
Alright, so you’re leaving your parents house for the first time and all of a sudden you’re expected to know how to cook for yourself, do laundry, manage schoolwork AND maintain a successful social life?! Whew… I feel like I don’t really have it all figured out, but there are a few tips and tricks Read More…
Being a Transfer Student: What it’s Really Like
Going to college, you are filled with a mixture of emotions; excitement, stress, anxiety, and happiness. You wonder about what dorm you’ll get, what friends you’ll make, the classes you’ll take and all of the new experiences. For me, my college experience might be a little different than others, because I was a transfer student. Read More…
The Freshman 15: Expectation vs Reality
It’s one of every incoming freshman’s biggest fears – at least, I know it was mine upon entering college. I had been told countless times to watch out for the stereotypical fifteen pounds comprised of late nights, unhealthy food, Ian’s Pizza slices and not enough walks up Bascom Hill. Vain? Maybe, but I couldn’t help Read More…
Trader Joes. That is All.
Adulting is definitely not an easy thing to do. If you’re anything like me, the key to staying stable and happy is eating the right foods and getting enough nutrients. As a freshman in college, this is the probably the hardest transition. While the dining halls offer a variety of good options, sometimes it is Read More…
Guide to Adulting From A New Adult
I am 20 years old, but considering myself an adult feels strange. I do have to give myself credit for how well I’ve adjusted and the tips and tricks I have picked up along the way. My brother is going to be a freshman at UW-Madison next year and today I am going to share Read More…
Volleyball: The Perfect Social and Distant Activity
So, you are starting your freshman year at the beautiful University of Wisconsin-Madison. The weather will be beautiful, there will be thousands of new people just waiting to meet each other, and something else that isn’t entirely normal that I can’t put a finger on. Oh ya, I remember now. There is a global pandemic Read More…