I’ve got a secret (not a secret whatsoever)

Everybody knows UWGB is a heavy commuter college. It’s busy in the day, but in the off hours, it can be a ghost town. Many people see this as a drawback, and many of my on-campus peers find it hard to make friends. As someone who has attended as many events as possible, I can guarantee that this school is almost always busy. Many people don’t know this, but the campus has an app called “Involve” that shows every club event. Most, if not all of these clubs just want people to attend their events. By attending events, you can also earn points which you can cash in for Phlash cash or prizes. I’ve cashed in my points for $50 Phlash cash this year twice already! So technically, I’ve earned $100 this year for hanging out and getting free prizes and food! I also now have friendly faces all over campus. I know people from all years, majors, countries, and walks of life. It’s an enriching experience that I hope everybody can experience someday.

When there aren’t events happening, there are still places on campus where you can join in. During the day, there are tons and tons of club offices and hang-out spaces that are bustling with people. The Student Government Association is always a great place to study, or you could hang out in the Good Times Programming Center if you want to get some board games or multiplayer video games in. The Pride Center plays kids’ shows on Mondays (including Bluey and Zoboomafoo), and every Friday, they play Star Trek around noon. Watching Star Trek in the Pride Center is one of my favorite things because we’re always making fun of how the actor for Captain Kirk didn’t realize he was on a progressive show. Some of the quotes we find of him from interviews are hilarious! It’s always a good time. The Phoenix Club and the Gaming Center are almost always busy on weekends and weeknights. You can always find someone to play pool or Mario Kart with, or just hang out and enjoy the atmosphere with a treat.

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Becoming Awesome: Part 1

would like to create three goals to aid in my academics and wellbeing this semester. I need to get better at submitting assignments on time. I’ve always had a tough time remembering deadlines. Last semester I turned in only 13 assignments on time! Thirteen, out of hundreds! I’ve tried one thousand ways to remind myself, but nothing seems to work. I have planners, post-it notes, cell-phone reminders; you name it. I think the problem lies in my work ethic rather than my memory. I get things started, but then leave them at that. I am going to start devoting more time while beginning my essays and assignments so I can complete them in one go or get a good head-start. My second goal is to get involved more on campus. I participate in clubs, and I hang around events, but I’d like to do more. Being a part of this campus will help me out in the future. The world is built on connections, the more I volunteer, the bigger my world can be. I will be more devoted to my community if I can make an impact. My third goal is to take time to be thankful. I want to start a journal to write down at least one thing I’m thankful for or grateful for every day. Phones and computers take up most of our free time now-a-days, we’re constantly fed information. Everything moves so fast; this would be a designated opportunity to slow down. This type of reflection will help my mental wellbeing and allow me to see the positives on paper, too. If anybody else would like to join me in daily positive affirmations, feel free! Everyone could use some more sunshine these days. 😊