by Samantha Johnson | Mar 13, 2018 | Admissions
Preparing for a year of firsts and lasts. She’s taller and looks older but my baby sister, Maddie, is going to be a freshman in college while I’m a senior in college. This year has been full of nostalgia. Maddie has been dress shopping for her last prom, she’s applied...
by Samantha Johnson | Mar 2, 2018 | Emotional, Wellness
I find it slightly ironic that I have been putting off writing this blog post. Why? Because this post is about stigmas and breaking the silence. Because this post is supposed to bring awareness to a topic that is challenging to talk about. No shocker, it’s pretty hard...
by Samantha Johnson | Feb 14, 2018 | Social, Wellness
When it comes to friends – I’ve been blessed with some of the best. It’s never been about quantity as much as quality and I admit I can be picky when I pick ’em. We’re influenced by the attitudes and actions of those we are around most often. You get out...
by Samantha Johnson | Jan 18, 2018 | Improving Our World
Spring semester is always a challenge for me to get into the swing of things. The winter months usually leave me feeling sluggish. Without enough stimulation during the day I end up feeling unfulfilled, restless and unproductive. When I don’t believe I have...
by Samantha Johnson | Dec 7, 2017 | Social, Wellness
After cramming for finals and running out of spending money, the thought of going home to see friends, family, and a fully stocked refrigerator is music to my ears. Even though you’ll have much needed down time, going home for break isn’t always smooth sledding. I am...
by Samantha Johnson | Dec 1, 2017 | Intellectual, Social, Wellness
So, here’s the thing, I enjoy learning and I find school to be interesting. That’s not the problem with having a Type B personality. The problem is that I find so many things to be so interesting that I spend so much time enjoying those things rather than doing...
by Samantha Johnson | Nov 17, 2017 | Wellness
Getting sick is the absolute worst, especially in college. Your mom isn’t there to take care of you, some professors can have a “tough luck” attitude about missing class or assignments, and you are more than likely miserable with symptoms of illness. With winter and...
by Samantha Johnson | Oct 19, 2017 | Campus Engagement, homecoming, Improving Our World
2017 WSU Homecoming! The statement itself gets me pumped up, and if you’ve ever attended a WSU’s homecoming, I know you’re excited too. One thing most students agree on is how fun our homecoming is. With people galore and purple everywhere, homecoming weekend is one...
by Samantha Johnson | Sep 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
The WarriorsINNOVATE Challenge is a competition that provides an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed to put innovative ideas into action, as well as a chance to win a share of $10,000 toward jump starting that idea. Michael Pelley, a senior Public...
by Samantha Johnson | Sep 21, 2017 | Campus Engagement, Improving Our World
Last week, September 11th through the 18th, was I Love WSU Week. It was a time to celebrate donors for the way they enhance the student and faculty experience here at WSU. Throughout the week, Alumni Relations and SOAR covered the campus with numerous tags on the...
