How to Make Thanksgiving Dinner On-Campus
Are you staying in the residence halls over Thanksgiving break? Many students live hours or even states away from Winona so they wait until winter break to go home. Although missing out on grandma’s homemade pie can be a tragic loss, thanks to Pinterest, I’ve...
Tips for Surviving Winter in Winona
As much as we are in denial of it, winter in Winona is coming. If you are anything like me, winter is fun for the first couple of weeks but then it becomes a multiple-month-long nightmare. Surviving winter in Winona can be a daunting task but I am here to act as your...
9 Tips for Beating Sickness in the Residence Halls
It’s that time of year again… everyone is getting sick! From your professors who are cancelling class, your favorite cafeteria workers who aren’t there, to your closest friend who basically lives in your room. Before you catch whatever is coming your way next,...
6 Tips for Mid-Semester De-Cluttering
Midterm season is upon us, and that means we get a “fresh start” half-way through the semester. Although our grades don’t restart, we should treat it as if they do! After this, we’re in it for the long haul! De-cluttering is a great way to relax and gear up for the...
Show Us Your Space Photo Contest
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,...
Moving Out and Moving On
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 prepared to move...
3 On-Campus Summer Housing Options
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 get to...
How to Make the Most of Your Residence Hall Experience
Living in a residence hall is an experience unlike any other you will encounter in your life. If you're an incoming freshman next fall, here's some tips to enjoy your residence hall experience to the fullest when you get to campus. For many of you living in the halls...
How to Brighten Up Your Spring Cleaning
I will be the first to admit that I am a hoarder of most everything. I have too many clothes, trinkets, shoes, books, you name it and I have twelve or more of them. Half of my things I never use! Usually when the spring season approaches, I am dreadfully reminded that...
How to Host a Winter Olympics Viewing Party
Since everyone obviously can’t be in South Korea for this years’ winter Olympics, a great way to celebrate and watch your favorite winter sports is to grab a few friends and watch them from your warm, cozy living room. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="medium"...