Kelli Frimml

Seasonal depression is worse in dorms

Seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a type of depression that is connected to the change in climate or season. Symptoms can be especially found among freshmen and students living in the dorms, given the small living area and lack of personal space. SAD causes mood changes and a decrease in…

Washakie Dining Center front statue. (Photo by Kelli Frimml)

UW students should be offered a customizable meal plan

Kelli Frimml1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

Washakie Dining Center has unreasonable meal plans for freshmen. With only two weekly meal plan options or a whole semester estimate, students, specifically freshmen, are forced to pay for meals they aren’t even eating. Students should have the option to customize a meal plan that is right for them. Currently, freshmen can choose between 12…