Flyby Blog
Ode to the English Department
Many students arrive at Harvard blissfully undecided in their studies. Their freshman year is dedicated to experimentation, and they dedicate themselves to Hum 10, Ec10a, and LS1a simultaneously. To be Pre-Med, a humanities girlie, or a finance bro. Decisions, decisions. As freshman year goes on and they realize that Harvard is actually all work and no play, the decision of concentration looms in front of them; will their Harvard experience turn around? Is there a correct choice? Yes. English.
Hazed by Harvard
Harvard’s decided to crack down on hazing under a new federal law. Blindfolds, drinking, and a conga line? That’s worth a suspension, according to the College. Now that to me just sounds like a boring Saturday night on campus. (Don’t judge.) So, I’ve decided to compile a list, in lieu of a formal complaint, of Harvard experiences that should now be designated as hazing. Maybe we could suspend them, too.
Sick Season Affirmations
With the change of seasons, Sick Season is rolling around. Here are some tips and tricks to stay healthy and prevent germs from entering your body. After all, you can't get sick if you never gave consent in the first place.
Dear Freshmen, Please Shut Up in Lamont
I speak for the people — the tired, the stressed, the upperclassmen who remember when Lamont was a place of peace — when I kindly, firmly, and desperately BEG the freshmen to shut up in Lamont. Respectfully. But also urgently. Midterms are approaching, and I simply cannot take it any longer. The silent floors are silent for a reason.
Flyby Tries: Performative Male Contest
Labubus, totebags, matcha, oh my! One Flyby writer dashes to the Signet to participate in their performative male contest. He recounts his transformative experience to live up to his performative potential.
What Should Replace the Old Starbucks?
When one door closes, another door opens. With the Harvard Square Starbucks closing its doors last Saturday, we’re left with a prime piece of real estate and one looming question: what should take its place? Spoiler alert: not another bank.
Donuts: The Good, The Less Good, and the Chewy
As a self-proclaimed donut-hater, or simply someone who would never go out of their way to buy one, I have answered your burning question: What is the best donut in Harvard Square?
