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Top 8 graduation songs
May 18 - As graduating seniors prepare to walk across the stage at the Kohl Center this weekend, there will no doubt be endless celebrations to applaud everyone’s accomplishments. And what better way to throw a celebration that with some cheesy graduation songs? Here is a list of HC-Wisconsin’s top eight: 8. Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life) – Green Day It’s one of those... Read more

10 brain food tips
May 10 - It’s 11:56 p.m. and you're standing outside of College Library with the decision most students will make within the next week: to eat junk food or not to eat junk food. Well, I found myself, along with my friend (who will probably want to remain nameless), both drained from studying with two bags of Lay’s Chips very late at night. One bag contained the oh-so-flavorful... Read more

Last minute "get happy" tips
May 3 - Exams and the end of the school year are quickly approaching, but before you go insane and lock yourself in the Memorial cages, do some quick little pick-me-ups that’ll leave you happy and content. By the way, I recommend listening to “Get Happy” by Judy Garland while doing these activities. 1. Wine Wednesday meet girl’s spa night What is better than aromatherapy... Read more

Spotted
Apr 29 - Polka dots are finding there way onto the fashion scene this spring. It’s a fun trend that anyone can pull off, whether in a full printed dress or with a spotted accessory. Check out these polka dot finds for some inspiration:     Polka Dot Pants: Anthropologie Polka Dot Dress: Madewell Polka Dot Shoes: Madewell Polka Dot Tank: Madewell Polka Dot iPhone Case: Kate Spade... Read more

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Epic goodbyes
In honor of my last Her Campus article EVER (tears, so many tears), I’ve decided to make this post a sort of send-off to college, UW-Madison, HerCampus, etc. I am too sad to express my sadness in my own words, so I’ve compiled a list of some epic movie goodbyes to sum up how I’m... Read more...

My first kiss: a reflective look back
It is officially one week away from graduation, and I have become increasingly nostalgic and wistful, and have experienced a strange, intense longing to go back and re-experience some of my childhood. In light of these bizarre, inexplicable feelings, I have decided to recount my first kiss. In... Read more...

Five movies you should see right now
This completely irrelevant and arbitrary post stems from the fact that I am in a finals/senioritis/permanent lethargy-type coma, and I have recently spent far longer than is appropriate or necessary researching upcoming movies. I also recently renewed my subscription to Entertainment... Read more...

My Campus Celebrity

Elyse DeLaittre, Camp Kesem PR Coordinator
1. What is Camp Kesem? Camp Kesem is a free weeklong summer camp for children between the ages of 6-16 whose parents have or have had cancer. It is a chance for them to get away from the stresses of...

Kelly Winkel, Adaptive Exercise Volunteer
Can you describe what you do as an adaptive exercise volunteer? Essentially, I aid individuals of various disabilities engage in physical activity. The clients can choose to work in the gym classes...

Katie Foran-McHale, UW Jazz Orchestra Saxophonist
How did you get involved with the UW Jazz Orchestra? At the beginning of my sophomore year of college, I realized that I really missed having jazz be a part of my musical life. (I was a band geek in...