How International Students Spent Their Thanksgiving!!!

Many international students, with some domestic students, stayed on campus to celebrate Thanksgiving on campus. Today, I hope to share few highlights I did during my thanksgiving stay! 1. Bubble Tea Trip with the i2i Team Of course, my fellow members from i2i, Amherst’s student-led accelerator, and I decided to grab some bubble tea at…Continue Reading How International Students Spent Their Thanksgiving!!!

Farewell Fall

Collage of fall scenery at Amherst

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

 Why I Chose Amherst College: A First-Year FLI Perspective

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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

My First Fall @ Amherst––Falling in Love with Nature

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

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Amherst: Advice for High School Seniors

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

Litzy Castañeda ’28 — Introduction

Hello everyone! My name is Litzy Castañeda, and I’m a first-year student (Class of 2028) from Bridgeport, California. I am currently pursuing a major in Psychology. In addition to my academic pursuits at Amherst, I contribute to The Amherst Student as a features writer. Outside of school, I enjoy volunteering with leadership and journalism-focused non-profits,…Continue Reading Litzy Castañeda ’28 — Introduction

Exploring the Archives

Hello, welcome to the blog! This week I’d like to talk about my newly discovered love for the Archives. My findings shall be documented here. This is a space for us to learn and discover together!  The Archives are a great resource for students. If you can’t find time to physically go into the Archives,…Continue Reading Exploring the Archives