Let’s Talk About The Open Curriculum

Frost Library in the fall

Disclaimer: This blog post only shares my personal encounters with the Open Curriculum after one semester at Amherst. It does not reflect the experiences of everyone at Amherst, and my thoughts about the Open Curriculum may look different in the future! I don’t think people at Amherst talk about the Open Curriculum that much. As…Continue Reading Let’s Talk About The Open Curriculum

Reflecting on My First Semester at Amherst College — On-Campus Employment

Hello from Japan, as I write this blog post, I am packing my suitcase to head back to Amherst. In this blog, I wish to continue from my blog series of reflecting on my first semester, this time on the topic of on-campus employment at Amherst College. In this blog, I hope to offer you…Continue Reading Reflecting on My First Semester at Amherst College — On-Campus Employment

Reflecting on My First Semester at Amherst College — Extracurricular

Hello from Japan, as I write this blog post, I am still in Japan enjoying the last few moments of winter break with my family. In this blog, I wish to continue from my blog series of reflecting on my first semester, this time on the topic of extracurricular activities at Amherst College. In this…Continue Reading Reflecting on My First Semester at Amherst College — Extracurricular

My Favorite Val Hacks

Val Hall

If you’re anything like me—or any other student at Amherst College—you might occasionally find yourself craving a change from the usual Val menu. Even though I’ve only been here for one semester, I’ve already started collecting some of my favorite Val hacks, whether discovered with friends or passed down by upperclassmen. With the new dining…Continue Reading My Favorite Val Hacks

January Thesis Work

Hello everyone! I’m writing from a cold, snowy Amherst moving at half speed. We’re still a week out from the start of classes, and the only people on campus are those either doing research, working campus jobs, or writing theses. We’re very fortunate that Amherst allows us to stay on campus with a meal plan…Continue Reading January Thesis Work

Considering Amherst? Here’s Why Office Hours Are a Big Deal!

The Mead

At Amherst, learning goes beyond lectures and textbooks. With small class sizes, every discussion feels personal, every voice is heard, and every idea matters. Professors become mentors who challenge and support you, while classmates turn into collaborators and friends. Discover how Amherst’s intimate academic environment fosters deep connections and transforms the way you think, learn,…Continue Reading Considering Amherst? Here’s Why Office Hours Are a Big Deal!

Stopping Senioritis

High school graduation

Hello readers, You are most likely halfway through the school year! You should be proud of yourselves for all you’ve accomplished so far. I’m proud of you all. High school seniors, you’re so close to graduating!!! As you can tell from the title, this blog is dedicated to stopping senioritis. I want you all to…Continue Reading Stopping Senioritis

Study Abroad Part Two: Arrival, Getting Settled, and Academics

Hello from Amherst! I’m back on campus for J-term as of Friday evening. In this post, I’ll be writing more about my study abroad experience from the spring 2024 semester (my junior spring). I spent the semester in Lisbon, Portugal with CIEE Lisbon. I stopped in Germany en route to Lisbon to visit a friend,…Continue Reading Study Abroad Part Two: Arrival, Getting Settled, and Academics