Amherst Archives

	Crepes in Newport By Evelyn Kramer February 4, 2013 - 8:42pm French majors, French speakers, Francophiles, and foodies, come to the Newport basement at 7:30 Thursday evening for crepes and conversation! READ MORE
	Fireplace for S'mores By Vivian Mac December 18, 2012 - 7:20pm A fireplace for making s'mores on a chilly winter evening: some inspiration as you finish up exams and head home for the holidays! READ MORE
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	Santa Claus By Evelyn Kramer December 15, 2012 - 7:59pm In order to help you get into the Christmas spirit, this week’s Campus Celebrity is none other than Santa Claus! Back in the day, Saint Nicholas was a 4th century saint and Greek bishop. He had a reputation for leaving coins in the shoes of people who left them out for him. The Dutch took this tradition up, but morphed Saint Nicholas into Sinterklaas, which, obviously, is how we ended up with the name and iconic figure Saint Claus. On Saint Nicholas’ Eve (December 5th), Dutch children put their shoes in front of the chimneys, and leave hay and carrots for Sinterklaas’s horse. The next morning, the children who have been good find candy, marbles, and small toys in their shoes. READ MORE
	Amherst Trendsetter: Sam Kiki By Emma Werner December 14, 2012 - 4:21pm Sam Kiki is our next Amherst Trendsetter. Take note of this classic winter look, Amherst gentleman. Sam chose darker colors as a base, with a colorful watch and wristwear to give it that unique edge. I’m especially diggin’ the cuffed pants and funky socks, which add a playful flare to the ensemble. Sam is wearing: Marc New York Jacket Rag&Bone Jeans H&M Sweater True Religion Shoes Urban Outfitters socks Express Belt Marc Jacobs Wristwear Watch from Modify Watches (Deadmau5 special edition) READ MORE
	Christmas! By Evelyn Kramer December 14, 2012 - 3:40pm It's almost Christmas! My favorite day of the year! Hope you've all been good this year, and Happy Holidays! READ MORE
	Will Poss '16 By Lisa Hsiao December 14, 2012 - 3:17pm Name: Will Poss Hometown: Chestnut Hill, MA Class Year: 2016 Dorm: North Hall High School: Phillips Academy Andover Major: Undecided READ MORE
	Campus Style: Fur Vest By Emma Werner December 12, 2012 - 3:47am Campus Style Spotted: Fur Vest This week’s pick for campus style is Sarah Wise. Her vest, from Banana Republic, is the perfect style piece for looking fashionable and cute even in cold Amherst weather! READ MORE
	Sub Free Diaries: Art By Vivian Mac December 11, 2012 - 4:23pm After decorating my window with Christmas lights, I went to the Mead Art Museum to look at a paintings. Despite having lived next to the museum for almost one whole semester, it was only my second visit. I briefly browsed parts of the museum and I found a cozy place with brown couches, religious art and an unlit fireplace. I believe it’s called the Rotherwas Room. I might have found another great study spot. I headed back to the painting I was there for, McEntee’s Sea from Shore. I spent awhile just sitting or standing in front of it, looking at it from up close, from afar, and from angle to angle. It was quite an unique experience. I was tempted to lie down on the plushy seat in front of the painting, but that’s probably not museum-approved. ...
	Dining Out in Paris: Duck, Followed by Duck By Evelyn Kramer December 10, 2012 - 4:03pm In the US, for decadent and festive occasions we have roast turkey and the works. In France, they have foie gras. In case you didn’t know, foie gras is duck liver. It’s decadent, high in fat content, and delicious. It comes in the form of a flaky pastry, or a circle ready to be spread onto toast. READ MORE