by Janae Mann | Mar 22, 2019 | Admissions Blog
Let’s face it: college can be stressful and intimidating at times, especially for any first-year or transfer student. Being in a new environment as a student of an underrepresented and underserved minority can add another level of uncertainty. However, Winona State...
by Janae Mann | Dec 6, 2018 | Admissions, Housing & Residence Life
Can you believe it? You’re almost halfway through your senior year of high school! When I was a senior, all I could think about was college and doing everything I could to prepare for it. Once I had decided that Winona State was the school for me, it was full speed...
by Janae Mann | Sep 12, 2018 | Campus Life, Housing & Residence Life
Now that everyone is settled into their new homes in our residence halls, we want to see your decorated rooms – show us your space! Submit your room photos to Winona State Housing and Residence Life’s Instagram, @winonastatehousing, by sending a Direct Message...
by Janae Mann | Aug 28, 2018 | Campus Life, Jobs
You just got here on campus, settled into your new room, and started your first semester of classes. It’s daunting to think of adding one more thing to that list of new experiences but considering having a part-time job might just be worth your while. Working while...
by Janae Mann | Aug 17, 2018 | Admissions
As students move into the new stage of college, they want to leave behind everything associated with high school. They want to move on to a new place, with new people and new opportunities. However, it’s important to not get rid of everything that has gotten you to...
by Janae Mann | Aug 7, 2018 | Admissions
Starting college is a new experience and can be a little intimidating too! But not just for you, for your parents too. Especially if you’re their first child to let go, this can be a very difficult time for them. Leaving for college isn’t just a new...
by Janae Mann | Jul 27, 2018 | Admissions
Meeting a whole new community of people at college is often a daunting thought for incoming freshman. But the best way to meet new friends is to just be yourself and let it happen naturally. During Welcome Week, everyone is walking into a new environment and looking...
by Janae Mann | Jul 18, 2018 | Admissions
The last month of my senior year in high school, I experienced something many people would call a “senior slide.” Much of the time I probably should have been studying was spent dreaming about what my next year at college would look like. Once I graduated, it...
by Janae Mann | Apr 19, 2018 | Campus Life Blog, Housing & Residence Life
The end of the year is usually accompanied by the stress of last-minute papers, end-of-semester projects, and countless final exam cram sessions. Then, after that last day of finals, you’re suddenly moving out. Don’t let it take you by surprise! Be...
by Janae Mann | Apr 3, 2018 | Campus Life Blog, Housing & Residence Life
Have you decided that Winona is just too great to leave for the summer? Or did you land that dream internship here in town you’ve been hoping for? Well, luckily for you, we have space available right here on campus for you! With our summer housing options, you...
