The MHM Blog

Whether you are moving out of your parent’s house for the first time or are on your third or fourth roommate in college, picking the right person to live with can be stressful. So much thought goes into choosing the perfect roommate, and if you have never lived with anyone but your parents, you might […]

After your time living on campus comes to a close, moving into your first apartment off campus can be a big step. While it requires careful planning and consideration, it comes with a more independent living style and the ability to decorate and furnish your apartment however you please. Giving you more freedom and privacy, […]

Finding a new apartment in Chicago can be daunting, whether you are a resident or a student. With so many things to consider, it can be hard to know where to start. Luckily, the students of UIUC have some of the best options on campus and off. The biggest reward of finding a new place […]

When the chill of winter finally gives way to the warmer spring air, students, teachers, and locals alike start crawling out of their houses and into the sunlight. With 4-5 months of cold, the emergence of spring is a much-needed mood boost to help propel you to the warmer months.  People are excited to start […]

In the age of digital media, where our phones are connected to our hands, going through your digital library and maintaining your apps is essential. Spring cleaning is no longer just for the physical world; it also applies to your digital life. It’s easy to accumulate clutter on devices and harder to know when to […]

With apartment living becoming increasingly popular, the luxury of space is few and far between. Whether you’re in a big city like Chicago or New York or a small college town, apartments pose the ultimate challenge: how can I maximize my space and minimize my clutter? The key to functional living is utilizing what you […]

When going away to college, all students face similar worries before their first day. Will I enjoy being on my own? Will I make friends, like my classes, and get acquainted with the campus? All answers to those questions come with time and patience, and it’s no different for international students.  But if you’re coming […]

Each year of college brings new difficulties and experiences than the last. At some point in your college career, you must start thinking about your out-of-college career and how you can help yourself get there. This is where the internships and career opportunities that UIUC provides can be beneficial.  UIUC is proud of how they […]

UIUC is as bustling in the winter as in the spring and summer, with tons of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you fit, healthy, and exercised before and after all that holiday food. From intramural sports to state parks and trails close to campus, there is no excuse to stay in your dorm room […]

Studying abroad can be a super exciting and life–changing experience with opportunities to deepen your understanding of other cultures and experience things only available in other parts of the world – but taking the leap to leave your home country and come to the United States to study can be a tough and taxing decision […]