Monthly Archives: October 2016

Transfer Student Q&A: Becoming a Pointer

One of the most difficult things about going to college is separating from your high school friends. So, when my friend Cait decided to transfer to UW-Stevens Point, I was thrilled. A few short years later, we’re wrapping up our courses and planning to graduate together in May! Recently, I sat down with Cait to […]

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The Great Debate: to Work or Not to Work

Should you work part-time while you’re in college? During my freshman year at UW-Stevens Point I did not work at all. Now, in my sophomore year here, I work three jobs: UWSP blogger, server at Point Bowl and freshman volleyball coach at Stevens Point Area Senior High. While this may seem like a drastic jump, […]

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Your Guide to Coffee on Campus

Coffee and college go together like peanut butter and jelly. You’ll start gradually with one cup before your 8 a.m. Then, soon enough, you’ll be on cup number six at 10 p.m. in the library – completely over-caffeinated. And although you can’t stop twitching, you know all the caffeine will be worth it when you […]

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11 Must-Have Apps for College Students

Ever wonder if there is an easier way to keep yourself organized, on budget, or in shape? Well with today’s technology, we can have tools to help us right at our fingertips. There are so many apps out there that can do so much and many can help college students control our crazy schedules. Here […]

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Healthy Eating on a College Budget

Every college student or high school senior has heard of the stereotypical weight gain associated with first-year college students. One of the main issues students face is trying to save money while eating as much as possible. Fast food is cheap food, but not healthy food. Consuming too much of it can result in unwanted […]

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