As the title suggests, I’ll be discussing one of the things that might be on your mind no matter the school you decide on: your prospective major. At a Liberal Arts school like Amherst, especially with an open curriculum, this is an entirely different experience from the ones my friends at other schools have had…Continue Reading How Major is Your Prospective Major?
Before the event even began, I found myself eagerly sending out emails to newly admitted rural students—inviting them to stop by, say hi, and grab a s’more at our S’mores with STARS gathering during BAM (Be a Mammoth) weekend. I wasn’t sure how many would show up, but I knew one thing: the fire would…Continue Reading S’mores, STARS, and a Taste of Community: A BAM Night to Remember
Let’s be real: homesickness hits different when you’re finally in college. It doesn’t always show up how you expect. Sometimes it’s a wave of sadness on a Sunday night. Other times, it’s the ache in your chest when you see a family eating together at a restaurant or the way your heart softens at the…Continue Reading Dealing with Homesickness in College
Hi all! I know the blog site is buzzing right now with Be A Mammoth posts, but I have nothing to contribute! I entered college during Covid closures, and so had an online Be A Mammoth where I attended a class on Zoom and a couple of Webinars—not nearly as interesting as visiting campus. So…Continue Reading My Experience with the Five College Consortium
A student from the Class of 2029 recently messaged me with a concern that felt all too familiar: “How do you deal with people not understanding your choice to come to Amherst?” I couldn’t help but smile because I’ve been in that exact situation more times than I can count. Choosing Amherst was never a…Continue Reading Why Amherst? Dealing with Doubts About My College Choice
If you’re a prospective student, you might be wondering about some tips and tricks for interviews—whether for jobs or college admissions. I’m assuming some of you reading this have already had a few college interviews, so this isn’t necessarily about that. Instead, this post is about job interviews! Specifically, those for part-time jobs, including the…Continue Reading Preparing for Interviews Guide
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
Probably the biggest part of College is of course, the classes. One of the benefits of looking at Amherst and other small schools is the small class sizes, and that was a huge draw for me. One hesitation I did have though, was: do the small classes mean that I’ll struggle to get into the…Continue Reading Choosing Your Classes at Amherst
When a few students from the upcoming Class of 2029—fellow QuestBridge matches like me—reached out to me on Instagram asking for advice on time management at Amherst College, I knew exactly what to share. In high school, I thought I had time management all figured out. Classes were predictable, extracurriculars rarely overlapped, and everything fit…Continue Reading Time Management: High School Vs. Amherst
As a current first-year student at Amherst College, I’ve experienced the excitement, challenges, and growth that come with transitioning to college life. Reflecting on my journey so far, there are a few things I wish I had known before starting at Amherst. I hope this advice helps high school seniors who are about to embark…Continue Reading What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Amherst: Advice for High School Seniors