Student gets help at library / College Library on Flickr (link) Deciding on a major can be challenging—trust me, I know. Whether you have diverse interests or a fear of commitment, you are not alone! Here at UW-Madison, plenty of resources are available to help you find your path and stay on track. Here are Read More…
First Steps to Success: Professional Development for Freshman Students
Coming into campus, It’s both exciting and nerve-wracking. As a first-year student, you’re introduced to many opportunities and can have the freedom to do whatever you want in your 4 years here at UW-Madison. However, this is also when the real world starts kicking in. I remember the first time I stepped onto campus, filled Read More…
3 Ways To Make Madison Feel Like Home
The first few weeks of college are some of the toughest weeks you may have experienced thus far in your life, but know that everyone you are surrounded with is in the same boat as you. Here are some tips to make Madison feel like your second home in no time! 1. Make Your Community Read More…
A Guide to Freshman Year
Are you an incoming freshman this year? Here is a step by step guide on how to branch our, and find your new found home at UW-Madison! There are a few things I utilized myself as a freshman, not too long ago. Right off the bat, I recommend introducing yourself to your fellow classmates in Read More…
Freshman Year: Your Launchpad to a Dream Career
Getting a head start on your career during your freshman year of college can seem overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can lay a strong foundation for your future. Here are some key strategies that I have learned and developed that can help you start building towards your dream career. Networking is so crucial. Read More…
Professional Development: Networking, Organizations, and Careers for Incoming Freshman
Beginning college is one of the most daunting tasks faced by incoming students at this point in their lives. Having now gone through the process myself, I would have certainly done it differently if I had the privilege of hindsight. First of all, I cannot emphasize enough how not-scary networking can be if you do Read More…
Three Tips to Have the Ultimate College Experience
Being a new college freshman can be extremely difficult. Everything is new, exciting and terrifying all at the same time. A key thing to remember is a lot of people are in the same boat as you, they are coming into school in a new city with new people and are trying to figure out Read More…
Navigating College Social Dynamics as a Freshman
As a freshman, I found myself plunged into the web of college social dynamics, a journey blended with excitement and anxiety. The prospect of moving to a new area and being on my own for the first time was both exciting and daunting, leaving me to wonder endlessly about my ability to make friendships and Read More…
Feel welcomed, Feel Like Home
Coming to university can be daunting, so here are three actions you should take to quickly adapt to university life. Welcome Week and Discussion Groups At the beginning of each semester, the university creates a multi-week event called “Wisconsin Welcome.” Students can attend different events such as organization fairs, outdoor activities, and late-night outings. I Read More…
Immerse Yourself in UW’s Campus: 3 Must-Sees
Madison is the ultimate college city. Its vast campus, two lakes, welcoming environment, and wide choice of activities offer many ways to enjoy student life. One of the most essential steps to getting acclimated as a Wisconsin freshman is to explore everything the city has to offer. Here are three must-sees for getting to know Read More…