Flyby Front Feature
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.
Harvard Houses as Months
12 houses means we needed to find another set of 12 to match up with the houses. And with houses having the same range as randomly picking June or February out of the months…this felt fitting. (Just kidding, all houses are equally great for different reasons. Yes? Right?)
Flyby’s Guide to Building Your Four-Digit Instagram Following (Some Humiliation Required)
This was an issue of the utmost importance to me. My follower count had taken a pause, and with all of the followers gained from clubs, classes, and freshman camaraderie, I was washed up. Yet still, the three-digit number taunted me — horrible, unaesthetic, and downright embarrassing. I needed to fix this. If you find yourself in a similar situation of aura debt, follow these steps to secure some rightfully deserved followers.
The Perfect Fall Day
In New England, fall isn’t just a season — it’s a personality. The moment one leaf turns slightly orange, it’s officially time to curate your photo dump, break out the plaid flannels, and sample every Trader Joe’s pumpkin spice snack. Fall is the time to romanticize your life, so here’s what the perfect Harvard fall day looks like.
The Fall I Turned...
Thinking of becoming the main character this fall? It’s time to decide what kind of season you’re going to have, and truly commit. If you’re hard pressed for some ideas, read ahead, and let Flyby transform your fall.
Flyby Tries: Scrambled Eggs in Every House Dining Hall
The ultimate challenge. Waking up on Sunday morning. To eat 12 eggs. In each of the 12 Harvard Houses. In one to two hours. Follow one to two flyby writers as they attempt this at the cost of everything!
