by Guest Blogger | Aug 27, 2020 | Wellness, Wellness Blog
Right now, the slightest cough puts everyone on high alert. Could it be… COVID-19? Or is it just a common cold? I struggled with these questions. This summer, I’d been trying my best to stay safe for myself and my loved ones by wearing a mask,...
by Hailey Seipel | Aug 18, 2020 | Campus Life Blog, Feature Post
College doesn’t have to be all work and no play, especially during a pandemic. And the last thing we want is for you to be cooped up in your res hall or home. That’s why at Winona State, there’s plenty to do outdoors in the local community that’s also close to campus....
by Guest Blogger | Aug 18, 2020 | Academics, Campus Life, Cultural & Social Topics, Day in the Life
Every year, Winona State has a University Theme that promotes partnerships and conversations between faculty, staff, students, and community members about important issues. For the 2020-21 academic year, the theme is “My Global Identity, Our Global Community.”...
by Hailey Seipel | Aug 12, 2020 | Admissions Blog
At Winona State, one of the pivotal experiences as an incoming student is Welcome Week. And although the COVID-19 pandemic has put many plans on hold, we’re happy to announce that Welcome Week is on this Fall! Read on to learn more about this deep-rooted...
by Guest Blogger | Aug 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Let’s address the elephant in the room: as you prepare to return to Winona State, consider that you may contract COVID-19 at some point during the school year. Although this may sound harsh, it’s the truth about our new reality. Because of this, the first two...
by Guest Blogger | Jul 31, 2020 | Campus Life, Residence Life
As you begin to prepare for your move to Winona State University, I’m sure many of you are searching through Pinterest and other websites to figure out the best way to make your residence hall room reflect your style and personality… while also fitting your...
by Guest Blogger | Jul 22, 2020 | Feature Post, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Psst! Did you know that you don’t have to sacrifice your social life during a pandemic? It’s true. There are lots of ways to safely talk to and hang out with current friends, as well as make new ones. Depending on how you want to talk to or hang out with them,...
by Guest Blogger | Jul 13, 2020 | Admissions Blog
The new normal seems anything but normal and “expect the unexpected” has become our daily motto. We’ve all been challenged to accept, change and adapt to quite a bit these past several months. But it’s important to remember not to lose sight of the goodness...
by Guest Blogger | Jul 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
So, you’ve got to wear a mask and physically distance yourself from others. You may be thinking, What next? Well, someone who is infected with COVID-19 may or may not show symptoms, making it tough for you to know when you’re in the clear. If you’ve been in contact...
by Kiva Grote-Hirsch | Jul 2, 2020 | Admissions Blog
You’ve been looking forward to your first semester of college–and hoping it will live up to all your expectations. You’ve anticipated the excitement of living in the residence halls, eating in the dining hall, making new friends at all the Welcome Week...
