This time of year can be very busy as midterms wrap up and finals approach, so we like to remember what’s good in our lives and take a minute to be grateful. Expressing gratitude can increase physical and psychological health by improving self-esteem, helping you sleep better, and opening the door to new relationships. We interviewed participants throughout our facilities to find out what they’re thankful for this giving season. Check out these #ThankfulBadgers below!
Some Badgers were thankful for Rec Well programming:
“We’re thankful for Raquel’s Zumba class!”
-Lauren, First Year Student studying Art and Emma, Fourth Year Student studying History and English Literature
“I’m thankful for Intramural Soccer!”
-Allison, Fourth Year Student studying Biochemistry and Math
“I’m thankful for the people behind Recreation & Wellbeing at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for always setting up such great Intramural Sports to keep Badgers healthy and active.”
-David, Fourth Year Student studying Computer Engineering
“I am thankful for our sport clubs here at UW that give our student-athlete Badgers an opportunity to play the sports they love.”
-Collin, Third Year Student studying Industrial Engineering
A few were thankful to be on this amazing campus:
“I’m thankful for the university water fountains. We actually have really good water here compared to a lot of other facilities and I think that’s something that goes unnoticed.”
-Kia, Fourth Year Student studying Journalism
“I’m thankful for everything in my life: my family, my friends, and being here in the US as an international student.”
-Rhyon, Second Year Student studying Actuarial Science
And others were thankful for their support systems of family and friends:
“I am thankful for all the friends I’ve made through playing sports here at UW-Madison.”
-Brody, Fifth Year Student studying Civil Engineering
“I’m thankful for the life that my parents provided for me.”
-Qianhui, Masters Student studying Agricultural & Applied Economics
“I’m thankful for my incredible support system through the UW, my family, and my friends.”
-Emma, Fourth Year Student studying Accounting and Economics
“I am thankful for all my friends that I have gained throughout the years that help me push to be a better person every day.”
-Ellie, Fourth Year Student studying Retail & Consumer Behavior
These are just a few of the many #ThankfulBadgers on campus. What are you thankful for this holiday season?