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Transferring To UWSP: The Next Place You Call Home

UW-Stevens Point transfer student Anyon Rettinger details his experience and shares why UWSP could be your next home.

If you are reading this from another school somewhere out there and you are thinking about transferring, just know that it is possible. You can be happy and successful somewhere else, and I encourage you to look into UWSP. It just might be the next place you call home!

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5 Essential Oils For College Students

UW-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources blogger Shanon Columb shares five essential oils for fellow Pointers to try.

I began my essential oil journey a few months ago. I decided to start using essential oils because I wanted to use a more natural product in my everyday life, which not only would benefit me but the environment as well. Before I got into essential oils, I always thought they were only used for aromatherapy. Boy, was I wrong! Essential oils are extremely versatile and have so many benefits.

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8 Ways To Be A Greener Student

UW-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources blogger Shannon Columb shares eight ways to be a greener student.

Becoming more eco-sensitive doesn’t happen overnight. I have to admit, it’s hard to integrate greener habits into everyday life, especially in the world we live in. Being green isn’t always convenient in our society. But in the long run, it’s the best option for you, the environment and for the future.

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Eating Vegan Off Campus

Health blogger and vegan Alyssa Deem thinks outside the house salad on the menu when she goes out to eat with friends.

For me, eating healthy and eating vegan at home is one in the same and I find it very easy. When people question my lifestyle and wonder how I do it, I tell them it is simple and the only time I struggle is when I eat out, or at least that’s when I used to struggle.

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Personal And Professional Development Through Travel

Anyon Rettinger shares his experiences joining campus organizations at UW-Stevens Point and traveling to student conferences across the nation.

Join clubs and organizations, and travel with them to conferences and conventions. You can expand your horizons professionally and network, while exploring a new place. I am so thankful I chose UW-Stevens Point because I really feel like I have learned so much and am ready to take on the world after college.

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