Meet the WIDI Team: Anne Coulling, Co-Director – Southeast Region, WIDI BOD Secretary, WIDI Tournament Merchandise Coordinator At Wisconsin Destination Imagination (WIDI), our success is powered by the incredible people who dedicate their time, talents, and creativity to supporting students…
Meet the WIDI Team: Nikky Urbaniak: Affiliate Tournament Director
Meet the WIDI Team: Nikky Urbaniak, WIDI Affiliate Tournament Director At Wisconsin Destination Imagination (WIDI), our success is powered by the incredible people who dedicate their time, talents, and creativity to supporting students across the state. From coordinating tournaments to…
Finding the Balance: Schoolwork, Destination Imagination, and Extracurriculars
Finding the Balance: Schoolwork, Destination Imagination, and Extracurriculars Today’s students often juggle busy schedules filled with schoolwork, sports, music, clubs, and creative programs like Destination Imagination (DI). While extracurricular activities are enriching, striking a balance is key to ensuring students…
Meet the WIDI Team: Mikaela Becker: Co-Affiliate Director, Interim Northwest RD
Meet the WIDI Team: Mikaela Becker, WIDI Co-Affiliate Director and Interim Northwest Regional Director At Wisconsin Destination Imagination (WIDI), our success is powered by the incredible people who dedicate their time, talents, and creativity to supporting students across the state.…
The Benefits and Rewards of Being a Destination Imagination Team Manager
The Benefits and Rewards of Being a Destination Imagination Team Manager: No Experience Necessary When you step into the role of a Destination Imagination (DI) Team Manager, you’re not just volunteering—you’re opening the door to an incredible journey of creativity,…
Pushing Through the Early Season: Why the First Steps in DI Matter
Pushing Through the Early Season: Why the First Steps in DI Matter Every Destination Imagination (DI) season begins with the same scene: a new team gathered around a Challenge packet, flipping through pages of rules, requirements, and possibilities. At first…
Meet the WIDI Team: Elliott Kaas, WIDI Board Chair & Challenge Master
Meet the WIDI Team: Elliott Kaas, WIDI Board Chair & IC Challenge Master At Wisconsin Destination Imagination (WIDI), our success is powered by the incredible people who dedicate their time, talents, and creativity to supporting students across the state. From…
Destination Imagination (DI) in the Spotlight: Lake Geneva & Germantown Shine on ‘Varsity Blitz’!
Destination Imagination (DI) in the Spotlight: Lake Geneva and Germantown Shine on ‘Varsity Blitz’! We’ve got exciting news to share—participants from the Lake Geneva and Germantown Destination Imagination (DI) programs recently took center stage on Mike McGivern’s Varsity Blitz High School…
Destination Imagination: Helping Kids Rediscover Curiosity
Destination Imagination: Helping Kids Rediscover Curiosity As parents, we’ve all seen it: kids glued to screens, passively scrolling, tapping, or watching. While technology has its benefits, too much screen time can reduce opportunities for free play, problem-solving, and—most importantly—curiosity. Studies…
Destination Imagination: Reviving Curiosity in the Classroom and Beyond
Destination Imagination: Reviving Curiosity in the Classroom and Beyond Across the education landscape, one theme is emerging: student curiosity is on the decline. Teachers report that many students are less inclined to ask questions, explore deeply, or engage in open-ended…