College Life
Visitas Back Packs
After attending different events in the Science Center, visiting students exchange phone numbers. All visiting students received a Harvard back pack filled with informative materials to guide them through the weekend.
Don't Be That Prefrosh
You've seen them before. Heck, once upon a time you even were one. Yes, the prefrosh will arrive this weekend. And, as expected, many of them will be anxious to see the world that is Harvard, scared that they might not fit in, yet hopeful that they'll be lucky enough to find some new friends. Before you hosts out there lose your new admits to the multitude of events and celebrations going on this weekend, you might consider laying some ground rules—you know, so your prefrosh doesn't slowly morph into that prefrosh. High school seniors, take note: here's how to avoid being the talk of the town before you even enroll.
Epic Vaginas
CAARE speaker, Jincey Lumpkin, talks about female sexuality and the way it is portrayed in the media. She spoke about her own struggle and how she has worked to overcome it.
CIA official discusses Global Affairs
Former Top CIA Official and State Director of Policy Planning, David F. Gordon, addresses attendees of Steven Schrage's weekly study group at the IOP. Gordon led a discussion on the main global threats that could affect the upcoming presidential election and how their outcome will affect the world.
Yoga on Campus
Students, led by Lisa Matthews from the Center for the Environment, do yoga in the Junior Common Room at Winthrop House on Monday evening. Free and welcome to all skill levels, students meet every Monday from 7-8:30 to de-stress and relax.
Yoga on Campus
Students, led by Lisa Matthews from the Center for the Environment, do yoga in the Junior Common Room at Winthrop House on Monday evening. Free and welcome to all skill levels, students meet every Monday from 7-8:30 to de-stress and relax.
Ivy League Spring Concerts, Updated
Last week, Flyby published a piece summarizing the festivities that will be taking place around Ivy League campuses this spring. Since then, two further schools have announced their line-ups:
Plaza Taco Sneak Preview
Half a trailer is parked outside the Science Center, bearing a Plaza Taco logo on it. Although the logo looks cute, how the food tastes is the real question at hand.
Colton T. Gyulay ’15 and Sudheer R. Poluru ’15
If you think that living outside of the Yard as a freshman isn't worth the hassle, then you should take a look at the dorm room of Colton T. Gyulay '15 and Sudheer R. Poluru '15. Gyulay and Poluru's abode is a spacious Pennypacker double that includes a common room, bathroom, and bedroom which makes the walk from the Yard well worth the time.
College Releases New Alcohol Policies
Harvard released a new College-wide alcohol policy Friday, ushering in an era of greater University regulation over undergraduate drinking.
Tacos Come to Science Center
The truck once part of Harvard Skate will now return as the Plaza Taco food truck, run by Harvard University Dining Services.
Nelson Leaves Her Legacy at Harvard
While administrators and student leaders universally praised Nelson, some said they thought Nelson was perceived by undergraduates as overbearingly involved in student organization governance—or conversely, not known to many students at all.
Nominate FM's 15 Hottest Freshmen
Fill out this poll to nominate current Harvard first-year students who you believe should be selected as this year's 15 Hottest Freshmen.
Homework in the Yard
Residents of Straus Hall, Emmanuel Figueroa '15, Mark Grozen-Smith '15 and Michael Proulx '15 take advantage of the sunny day by doing their Stat 104 problem set in the yard.
Spring in full bloom
After enjoying a couple of hours of tanning and chatting with friends in the sun, Brett Roche '15 heads back to his dorm room in Matthews.
