Embracing the Power of Routine When I first arrived at Amherst College, I felt the pressure almost immediately. Between rigorous coursework, adapting to a new environment, and the drive to succeed, it was easy to feel overwhelmed. However, I quickly realized that prioritizing my mental health wasn’t just essential for my well-being—it was crucial for…Continue Reading How I Balance Academics and Mental Health at Amherst
Seeing people dragging their luggage out of dorms last Friday, I suddenly felt my “international-ness” of being in the U.S. However, thankfully, Amherst hosts several activities over the break that make me feel at home ~ ISA Cooking Night 🫕 The International Student Association (ISA) hosted a cooking night on Sunday the 24th. Several international students…Continue Reading Thanksgiving at Amherst
Are you interested in getting to know your professors better outside of class? The perks of being at a small liberal arts college are that professors will really get to know you as an individual, especially with the small class sizes. Amherst College also offers a program called TYPO (take your professor out) that helps…Continue Reading Take Your Professor Out To Dinner
As Amherst is known for its open curriculum, I have been taking diverse courses to explore my interests and would like to share two interesting ones with you! FYSE 102 Progress? Every freshman at Amherst takes a first-year seminar in the fall semester. These courses are capped at 15 students per class and are designed…Continue Reading Interesting Courses I Took This Fall
KEYWORDS; FLI (FIRST GEN-LOW INCOME) As a first-year student at Amherst College, I’m frequently asked, “Why did you choose Amherst?” At first glance, it seems like a straightforward question, but for me, the answer is filled with meaningful experiences, core values, and a touch of serendipity. Keep reading, and you’ll discover how my journey to…Continue Reading Why I Chose Amherst College: A First-Year FLI Perspective
Growing up in Shanghai, there wasn’t really nature to engage with, so I was fascinated by my first fall here at Amherst. ❤️ After conducting field research on a Monday in September, my friend and I decided (rather arbitrarily) to take a break from work––we hiked Mount Norwuttock. ⛰️ It was not the best choice…Continue Reading My First Fall @ Amherst––Falling in Love with Nature
When applying to colleges, my biggest worry was whether I could handle the academics. Was the education I received at my public high school adequate compared to private schools? Would I be behind my peers? Was I smart enough to attend an elite college? During my first month at Amherst College, I feared that admissions…Continue Reading Finding Academic Success at Amherst
Xin chào! That means “hello” in Vietnamese. My name is Thu Hoang, and I’m a first-year student (Class of 2028) from Haiphong, Vietnam. While I don’t know what I want to major in yet, I’m interested in Computer Science, Psychology, Mathematics, Education Studies, and Religion! That is why I chose Amherst, because I know I’ll…Continue Reading Thu Hoang ’28 — Introduction
Hey! Long time no see! This is Tetsuya here! In this post, I hope to give you a glimpse into the election night at Amherst College! At the beginning of November, as election night drew closer, anticipation and nerves filled the air at Amherst College. Continuing its tradition, the Keefe Campus Center hosted its renowned…Continue Reading Election Night at Amherst College
Hello! My name is James Desmond, I’m a First-Year (2028) from Abington, Massachusetts, a small South Shore town about 45-minutes from the South-end of Boston. I went to to a private High School in Dorchester, a neighborhood in South Boston, called Boston College High School. Because of that, I spent a lot of time in…Continue Reading James Desmond ’28 — Introduction