Many Hmong-American students on campus are first-generation students and are far away from home. Many freshmen have a hard time connecting and finding social clicks within campus. This could lead to loneliness and seclusion from the campus spirit. Hmong American Student Association is an organization on campus that helps connect fellow Hmong students who are Read More…
3 Must Have Decorations for the Dorm Room
The dorm room is the hardest to decorate because of the limited amount of space you have. I found myself wondering what the best way was to personalize the seemingly boring and generic dorm room. After living in the dorms and then my sorority house, I’ve picked up a few key items that makes such Read More…
No one can beat Momma’s cooking
When you come to college, you are so excited about all the new things. Whether it’s friends, classes, or clubs, you are ready to make your own choices and have freedom. One of those things that I too was excited about was food! I was so excited to try all the new restaurants and be Read More…
The 3 Best Spots to Study in Sellery
Sellery (and Witte) Residence Hall certainly has its reputation for buzzing with social activity around the clock. While in my experience this proved to be true, I also found several great spaces to get some studying done within the walls of Sellery! 1. Your Floor’s Den I would say this is the best place to Read More…
Make the Most of Your Academic Dreams
With college, your first priority is obviously academics. You’re paying tuition, and your parents don’t want that money to go to waste. At UW-Madison, there are more options than you’d believe. So why don’t you get your money’s worth? Some students come in knowing exactly what they’d like to pursue. But if you’re like me, Read More…
Organization is More Important Than You Think
Organization does not come easy to everyone, but it is a skill that everyone should have. Organization will keep your life less stressful and will allow you to make the most of your time at the University of Wisconsin. Here are 3 ways to stay organized. 1. In classes Using a planner is the best Read More…
Mice, Fruit Flies and Adulting Oh My
Mom and dad told you about how much you’ll miss the home cooked food, your sister talked about how hard it is to budget and your brother even mentioned that the college dating scene is HARD. But, no one prepared you for the scariest task you will face as an adult: bugs, rodents and other Read More…
What’s an Introvert with FOMO Supposed to Do on Spring Break?
Spring Break, legendary for sand, sun, and fun. But what if you don’t have $1,000 to drop on a trip to Florida or Mexico? Or if you really just don’t want to spend hours on the beach surrounded by hot, sweaty, drunk people, but also don’t want to actually tell your friends that you spent Read More…
From Child to Adult Real Quick!
After Freshman year, I can safely say that I have “adulted.” I have been on my own for the first time in my life, which has not caused me difficulty but confidence. To incoming Freshman, you may think that this time where you “adult” never comes. It happens to the best and the worst of Read More…
Become a Stand-Up Adult Citizen with this One Step
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…