by John Otis | Apr 26, 2016 | Campus Life, Residence Life
As spring semester is wrapping up, it is time to think about where you’re moving to next. Whether you’re moving home for the summer, moving to summer housing on campus, or moving off campus, it’s important to move efficiently and smart! If you’re anything like me, you...
by John Otis | Feb 23, 2016 | Academics, Campus Life
Does the word public speaking scare you? Or perhaps the thought of interacting with people whom you aren’t familiar with is scary too? Well, if you’ve answered yes to either of those questions, this blog post will be of great help! “Communication is, above all, a...
by John Otis | Dec 8, 2015 | Campus Life, Community Engagement
As we are approaching our favorite (or least favorite) time of the year, finals, something that helps me stay positive during this hectic time is what I’ll be doing with my month of freedom from classes. Photo by Brian Waldbillig ’18 So, without further ado, I...
by John Otis | Nov 18, 2015 | Campus Life, Residence Life
Although there are tons of requirements and responsibilities that go along with being an RA, which are covered in my last blog, the rewards of the position are awesome. Here are a few things you can gain from an RA position: 1. Making friends who will last a...
by John Otis | Oct 21, 2015 | Campus Life, Residence Life
If you are thinking about becoming an RA, you should know that the RA process is long and stressful, but I encourage you to do your best and put your best foot forward. You must first go to the information sessions for the position in order to get the application. As...
by John Otis | Sep 23, 2015 | Campus Life, homecoming
I’ve experienced multiple homecomings in my past few years here at WSU. Which means there have been many games, fun times with friends and tons of school spirit. It’s a huge motivator for me for the rest of the year! Because I’ve had so...
by John Otis | Jul 6, 2015 | Campus Life Blog
10 days can really fly by! We were fortunate enough to welcome many high school students to stay and learn at Winona State University! The H.O.P.E. (Harnessing Opportunities for Post-Secondary Education) Academy is a ten-day summer residential program for male and...
by John Otis | Jun 24, 2015 | Admissions, Admissions Blog, Residence Life
Whew! We are now at a close from a very busy week here at WSU! From volleyball games, free ice cream, getting your laptop, signing up for classes, and to going to see your future room in your residence hall– it’s been a great week here at WSU! All of our...
