Admittedly, Amherst’s location is a little far from major cities as it is about an hour-and-a-half drive away from Boston and an hour’s drive to Hartford. I know a ton of my friends had worries about transportation when deciding whether to come to Amherst College or not, especially because first-year students are not allowed to…Continue Reading Transportation in Amherst
Concluding My First Semester at Amherst
I can’t lie – the conclusion of my first semester at Amherst College was a little hectic and stressful with finals, having to pack for winter break, and figuring out travel plans. However, I can’t deny that it has also been an enjoyable experience. Even though December is finals season, it is also the holiday…Continue Reading Concluding My First Semester at Amherst
My First Snow Day
First snow day. My first snow day! I have grown up in Los Angeles’ climate all seventeen years of my life. The chances of seeing snow are very very low, I had never seen it fall from the sky with my eyes. At Amherst College, I was aware I would be experiencing all four seasons….Continue Reading My First Snow Day
Alza Tu Voz
If you know me, I enjoy my time learning through storytelling and discussions. Amherst students recently hosted an event called Alza Tu Voz, Raise Your Voice, as an opportunity for students to share about Latinidad through poems, stories, songs, etc. Coming from an Oaxacan household, I am always looking to connect to others and their…Continue Reading Alza Tu Voz
Creative Writing at Amherst
One of my favorite hobbies growing up has always been writing. Though I was able to practice journalistic writing in high school, I wasn’t able to practice creative writing in school as there weren’t any clubs or creative writing programs and courses offered at my high school. However, when I arrived at Amherst College, I…Continue Reading Creative Writing at Amherst
Science Center Highlights
For many students, the most impressive building at Amherst is the Science Center, located between the Keefe Campus Center and the Powerhouse, an event space. Opened in the fall of 2018, the Science Center quickly became a favorite place for students to study and hang out. The building itself is gorgeous as the large glass…Continue Reading Science Center Highlights
Grab-n-Go’s Best Features
While dining at Valentine Dining Hall is always a great option, Grab-n-Go is often a popular lunch choice for students, regardless of whether they just want to avoid the lunch rush at Val or don’t have the time to get lunch at Val. One of the best parts about Grab-n-Go is its location in Keefe…Continue Reading Grab-n-Go’s Best Features
Spending Thanksgiving on Campus
Like many students from the West Coast, I decided to spend my Thanksgiving break on campus. Traveling to and from California can be tiring and expensive, and I figured that since I’d be returning home in just a few weeks after Thanksgiving break for winter break, which lasts about a little over a month, I’d…Continue Reading Spending Thanksgiving on Campus
An Introduction to Resource Centers at Amherst
While most people stop by the Keefe Campus Center daily to pick up a package from the post office or to grab a meal and some snacks from Grab-and-Go, not a whole lot of people stick around for one of the most valuable resources this school has to offer for students: the resource centers. For…Continue Reading An Introduction to Resource Centers at Amherst
Lindsey Huang ’26 — Introduction
Hello everyone! My name is Lindsey Huang, and I’m a sophomore (class of 2026) from San Francisco, California. I’m a prospective Psychology and Economics double major, but I’m also interested in taking social sciences and humanities classes. I’m a recruited student-athlete, and I play on the Amherst Women’s golf team, which has been one of…Continue Reading Lindsey Huang ’26 — Introduction