by Guest Blogger | Apr 29, 2021 | Admissions Blog, Feature Post
Choosing a major in college can be a tough decision to make, especially if you have no idea what kind of career you want to pursue. And if you’re an indecisive person like me, you know this decision can be even more challenging. One thing to keep in mind when it comes...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 20, 2021 | Campus Life, Day in the Life
This year is definitely going to be one to remember. Starting college during a pandemic, classes switching back and forth from online and in-person, and having to get used to a different style of learning in a new environment; but it wasn’t all bad. I learned how to...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 20, 2021 | Campus Life, Community Engagement, Outdoor Activities & Nature
When school gets out for the summer, this new-found freedom might make you want to move back home. While living with family is great, there are benefits to staying in Winona for the summer—the natural summer beauty and the countless outdoor activities being just a...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 20, 2021 | Academics, Campus Life, Career Prep
There are many reasons someone might go to graduate school: earning a higher salary, having more opportunities, or maybe your career choice requires an advanced degree. It is a hard decision to make and takes a lot of consideration. If you are still unsure if grad...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 13, 2021 | Admissions Blog
Winona State University has temporarily converted their residence hall room types to support a safe place for students to live while helping limit the spread of COVID-19. You still have your regular single and suite style rooms, but the majority of the doubles have...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 12, 2021 | Academics, Admissions Blog, Career Prep
Still deciding on a major or maybe questioning the one you currently have? That is totally OK and normal! According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about 80% of college students change their major at least once! My freshman year in 2015, I came into...
by Ashley Bader | Apr 9, 2021 | COVID-19, Wellness Blog
With the semester ending in a few weeks, many students are planning to return home for summer break. As you are packing up your bags, one thing you definitely don’t want to bring home is COVID. To return home in good health and hopefully virus-free, you should...
by Ashley Bader | Apr 7, 2021 | COVID-19, Wellness Blog
With summer break coming up fast, now is the time to start talking to your family about summer plans: if you are planning to stay in Winona for the summer or if you are planning on returning home until the fall semester. Current COVID-19 guidance suggests delaying...
by Ashley Bader | Apr 7, 2021 | COVID-19, Feature Post, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Traveling increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19, even if you are vaccinated. – CDC We get it: the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every part of our lives, especially how...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 3, 2021 | Academics, Campus Life, Career Prep, Support & Resources
Graduating from college is a big deal—it’s one of the first big steps you take into the adult world. It’s exciting, a little scary, and a little sad, all at the same time. Maybe you know what you will do after graduation, or maybe you’re like me who is graduating in...
