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What You Don’t Know About Whitewater

Origin of “Whitewater”   The name “Whitewater” comes from the Potawatomi Native Americans when they first settled along Whitewater Creek. They called it “Waubegannawpocat” (which translates to “white water”) because of the creek having white sand at the bottom. John… Continue Reading →

Coffee Orders: How to Cut the Calories Without Cutting the Caffeine

Caffeine is a necessity in college! Many college students (myself included) tend to drink multiple cups of coffee throughout the day. Whether it be a cup to start your day, or a mid-day roast to keep you going, caffeine is… Continue Reading →

Best Movies of All Time

There have been many, MANY movies that have topped the charts at the Box Office over the years.  However, there are a few that stand out amongst others.  Here are the top rated movies by decade that are a definite… Continue Reading →

How to Avoid Semester Burnout

We all know the feeling… the countdown to break has begun, simultaneously opposing the rapidly expanding to-do list. Just as the weather warms, your free time seems to plummet. You’ve pushed so hard up to this point, but will you… Continue Reading →

Easy Fitness in Your Dorm

Everyone makes New Year’s resolutions, but most find it hard to stick with them because they don’t have the time, or they lose interest in fulfilling them. The stereotypical resolution that people think of would be to lose weight or… Continue Reading →

Life Hacks for College Students

Let’s face it. As college students, we typically don’t have a ton of time or money. When we find a cheaper or easier way to do something, we jump at the opportunity. Therefore, I’ve compiled a few nuggets of knowledge… Continue Reading →

How to Wrap Presents Like a Pro

So, you’ve ordered all your friends’ gifts and gotten them in the mail well before Christmas. You got each of them something that they’ve been talking about all year. Awesome! But there’s one small problem, the only way you’re able… Continue Reading →

Pie-Off!

Everyone loves pie…but what is the best pie this time of year? Cherry? Apple? Pecan? Check out the link below to find out! https://youtu.be/54YoIUgCdLU

Travel Abroad Must Haves

When leaving the country it can be really difficult deciding what is important to bring, especially if it is your first time.  Here is a list (in no particular order) of travel abroad must haves that I believe are vital while traveling… Continue Reading →

Ten Reasons You Know You Go to School in Whitewater, WI!

1) Accessibility is easy to come by as we are the #1 ranked UW school for accessibility. The Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) is a huge part of that. As part of their mission, “CSD actively collaborates with students, faculty, and staff… Continue Reading →

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