It’s move-in week at UW-Madison! It can be a daunting time for new students learning how to navigate the streets, the rules, and the lingo of life on campus. We’re here to help! Thanks to our friends at the Badger Herald, here’s a quiz of some UW-Madison jargon that students use. Take the test, and soon you’ll fit right in!
How Well Do You Know UW Slang?
Here’s a quiz of some UW-Madison jargon that students use. Take the test, and soon you’ll fit right in!
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