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Central Wisconsin Summer Fun

Mikayla Jankowski has the inside scoop on summer fun in central Wisconsin!

When you think of summer in Wisconsin, what do you think of? Most people imagine riding water slides in the Dells or water skiing on a lake up north. Central Wisconsin is not always a place people imagine visiting during the summer. However, I am here to tell you there is more than enough to keep you busy and entertained. Here is a small sampling of things to do in central Wisconsin this summer:

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How to Keep Your Wallet Happy Over Summer Break

Financial Aid Office blogger Kaitlyn Keech gives three tips for managing money this summer.

Hi, Pointers! Summer is approaching fast. With about three months of break, there’s plenty of time to make smart financial choices to help yourself in the future. Today, I will be sharing three things to do over summer to prepare yourself financially for next year:

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Recipe of the Month: Cashew Sour Cream and Mayonnaise

Alyssa Deem shares easy two recipes for vegan sour cream and mayo - made with cashews!

This month I’m sharing two smaller recipes with you. When it comes to being vegan, many people worry about missing out on two of their favorite condiments: sour cream and mayonnaise. Little do most people know, a common nut can actually be used to make both of these! Cashews are a staple ingredient for vegan cooking. When they are purchased raw and unsalted, here is how you can use them:

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Internship Spotlight: Rachel Gasper

Val Every interviewed UW-Stevens Point senior Rachel Gasper about her summer internship at Miller Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

I sat down with Rachel to find out more about her internship experience and what advice she had to offer to other students.

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Why choose UW-Stevens Point?

Mai La Yang gives seven reasons to choose UW-Stevens Point.

As the end of the year draws near, high school seniors are preparing to bid farewell and get ready for the college adventure. I can understand choosing between colleges can be difficult, but here are seven reasons you should think about choosing the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point…

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