Reading Period
Harvard to Open 24/7 Study Spaces for Graduate Student Reading Weeks
This spring, Harvard will open 24/7 study spaces for graduate students for the first time during reading period.
How to Make the Most of a Late Final
It can be tough to watch your friends pack up and head home when you still have finals left. However, there are some perks to a late final.
The Five Stages of Writing Papers
Writing a final paper is an experience, to say the least. We've broken it down into five critical stages.
Reading Period Roundup
Need a few breaks during reading period? Here are some of the on-campus highlights.
How to Practice Self-Care During Reading Period and Finals
When you’re stressed and tired, your work performance and efficiency suffers as well. Taking some time to relax can actually save you time in the long run.
For Reading Period, Lamont Adjusts Weekend Hours
Some libraries on campus are changing their hours and accessibility to accommodate the deluge of cranky students cramming at the last minute before their exams.
The Scream
Braving the cold December air, hundreds of students gather in Harvard Yard late Friday night in anticipation of Primal Scream.
Khurana Tacos
Dean of the College Rakesh Khurana hands out tacos to students Monday night outside Cabot House as a stress reliever during reading period.
Netflix is Downloadable Now So Say Goodbye to Your Productivity
You can kiss those pity A-minuses goodbye! Hello, procrastination.
Slippery and Streaking, Primal Scream Runners Storm Yard
Slipping, shouting, and streaking, herds of naked students participated in the biannual tradition of Primal Scream at midnight on Thursday morning, blowing off steam on the last night before final exams commence.
Spring Screaming
Students gather in Harvard Yard at midnight before finals period to relieve stress through a spring Primal Scream.
Best Spots to Cry During Reading Period
If you’re finding that the stress of impending exams is making you go through a box of tissues a day, don’t worry; it’s perfectly natural to get a bit (a lot) teary-eyed at this time of year. However, your snot-covered crying face is probably less than cute and sobbing in a fetal position in the middle of Lamont cafe is probably less than optimal. Never fear—we’ve got you covered with a list of the best places to have your reading period emotional breakdowns.
Scene and Heard: Food During Finals
Finals period is coming, and with it, the need for non-HUDS food is stronger than ever before. To help you through Harvard’s hell week, FM has compiled a list of ways to get a satisfying—and cheap—culinary fix.
