by Elizabeth Berres | Feb 18, 2022 | Campus Life, Money & Finances, Support & Resources
If you search online for ideas on how to pay for college, you’ll find plenty of articles telling you to apply for scholarships. This is absolutely great advice– and WSU offers tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships each year– but it can be...
by Robin Woodhouse | Feb 9, 2022 | Winona
On Valentine’s Day, it’s expected that you spend time with your romantic partner, provide chocolates and flowers, and have a fancy dinner. But what happens if your partner has work and can’t spend the day with you? What happens if you don’t have a...
by Ethan Kolb | Feb 7, 2022 | Improving Our World
Housing and Residence Life halls knew Halloween was a time to give out candy, but these students gave up their time instead. On Saturday, Oct 30, 2021 from 8:30am- 11:30am, residents of Housing and Residence Life halls got up early to give back to their community....
by Guest Blogger | Jan 28, 2022 | COVID-19, Cultural & Social Topics, Feature Post, Wellness, Wellness Blog
Whether you’re for the COVID-19 vaccine or against it, getting the shot is something everyone seems to have an opinion about. Now, before you stop reading, I want to let you know that my intention in writing this is not to tell you to drop what you’re...
by Amy Nelson | Jan 27, 2022 | COVID-19, Feature Post, Wellness Blog
What to Expect When Getting Vaccinated You may be wondering what to expect when getting your COVID-19 vaccine. Besides side-effects, you may be wondering what happens before, during and after your appointment. Before making a vaccine appointment, investigate the...
by Roberta Kennedy | Jan 5, 2022 | Campus Life, Community Engagement, Outdoor Activities & Nature, Residence Life, Support & Resources
Tis’ the season for a Minnesota winter! With cold and snowy days here, it’s best to be prepared for worst case scenarios. Here are 10 emergency kit items to have in your vehicle. 1. Ice Scraper This is a necessity! When driving, visibility is key and having a...
by Roberta Kennedy | Dec 13, 2021 | Campus Life, Money & Finances, Student Jobs
If you’ve looked at your financial aid award letter and have seen ‘work study’ on there, that’s great news! Work study is a financial-aid based program that provides an opportunity for students who have qualified to work special access jobs on...
by Guest Blogger | Dec 7, 2021 | Campus Life, Residence Life
Heading home for winter break? Here are 5 things to think about: 1. Figure out what to pack: Make a list of essential items you will need while you are home. The semester break is also a great time to take some stuff home that may be cluttering your room. 2. Set...
by Madeline Schonitzer | Dec 7, 2021 | Academic News, Academics, Commencement, Feature Post, Featured Post
As a kid growing up, Alex Tracy wanted to be a teacher. When he was six years old, he would come home from school and teach his homework to his stuffed animals, family members, or to no one at all. That dream never changed. The Fall 2021 Winona State University...
by Madeline Schonitzer | Nov 4, 2021 | Academic News, Blog Slider, Community, Featured Post, Features, HP Feature 1
As the leaves change for the season, so too has the level of impact that Marcia Ratliff is making in the Winona community. Ratliff, a ‘14 Winona State University alum, left her full-time job a month ago as a Youth Services Associate at the Winona Public Library where...
