With Christmas just around the corner (in 23 days, to be exact), the excitement for winter is in the air! That also means we must say goodbye to fall. To celebrate the beauty of this year’s fall season, I am dedicating this blog to all the photos I have of fall activities and foliage at…Continue Reading Farewell Fall
Isn’t the snow just lovely? Last Wednesday (12/4) and Thursday (12/5) around 4-5 inches of snow fell on Amherst. I’m from Massachusetts and used to experiencing snow every year but it felt more beautiful on campus. People from warmer parts of the country and world were especially mesmerized by the feathery flakes dancing through the…Continue Reading Snow at Amherst
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
Hi everyone! My name is Emiliana Knauer, and I am a sophomore (class of 2027) at Amherst College. My current hometown is Katonah, NY, but I’ve also lived in NYC and Barcelona! I am a declared double major in Psychology and Spanish, but I also really enjoy taking English and SWAGS (Sexuality, Women and Gender…Continue Reading Emiliana Knauer ’27 — Introduction
Hi reader! My name is Chanelle Jaeger, and I’m from Santa Fe, New Mexico. I’m a sophomore (class of 2027) at Amherst College, and I study Law, Jurisprudence, and Social Thought (LJST), and Environmental Studies. I am a walk-on athlete for the track and field team, writer for the news section of The Amherst Student,…Continue Reading Chanelle Jaeger ’27 — Introduction
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