Winter is coming! In WI, that means freezing temperatures, icy roads, and lots of snow. Now is the time to prepare. Here are a few tips to make sure you, your family, and your vehicle …
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Winter Break Traveling
Tis the season to do some traveling! As the fall semester comes to a close, we know many residents will spend time away from your apartments. If you intend to travel for an extended period …
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Winter Safety Tips from Your Resident Managers
As I mentioned in last week’s Community Connections, on November 18 I gave a Winter Safety presentation at the Community Center. We had a good turnout, with many great questions – thanks to all who …
Inclusive Language Series: What Allyship Is & Isn’t
Valentina ally video from TikTok as a pop culture reference. Ally: to unite or form a connection or relation between Folks who support a marginalized community may refer to themselves as an ally. While allies …
OPEN SEAT UPDATE
The Open Seat will not be doing a distribution on 11/27 (the day before Thanksgiving). Our East Campus Mall location will also be closed that Friday, 11/29. Below is a list of available options for …
Inclusive Language Series: The Myth of the BMI
As part of our Inclusive Language Series, we are introducing some terms and resources for you to learn more about this semester in an effort to create more inclusive communities. This week’s term is Body Mass …
Inclusive Language Series: Indigenous Terms
This week in the Inclusive Language Series, we’re aiming to bring awareness to Native terms that have culturally significant meanings and to correct ways in which these terms are used inappropriately by non-Native people. November …
Inclusive Language Series: Gender Pronouns
Have you ever seen gender pronouns on a name tag or in an email signature and wondered why they were there or what they mean? Pronouns are often used in place of one’s name. Examples …
To Call or Not to Call, That is the Question
Years ago, someone tried to break into my home. Luckily, I was there and scared the burglar away before they entered. With the situation resolved, I decided it wasn’t worth “bothering” my local police department. …