Tips for Finals Productivity
Finals season is upon us, and we all have extraordinary amounts of work to do. I don’t think there’s a single person on this campus who isn...
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Composers to Listen to While You Study
I love listening to music; I go almost nowhere without a pair of headphones or earbuds. But when I'm studying, I tend to listen to more...
How To Not Write Thesis
As a senior, I have a lot of responsibilities, not the least of which being writing thesis. Also as a senior, there are times when I don’t...
I Finished My Thesis, Now What?
Entering into Bates freshman year the first thing you hear about is thesis. Every Bates grad has to do one and it is the toughest semester...
For the Love of Being Tan
Students are slipping on the sidewalks, post-shower wet hair is freezing upon stepping outside, and girls are breaking out the fracket for...
New Bar in Town: Sonder & Dram
Here at Bates, we have two bars that students go to The Goose and the Cage. But, this summer Sonder & Dram came in and is changing the...
Best Bars in Berlin
Studying abroad is a magical experience. I had the amazing opportunity to study in Berlin for a semester and explore the best Berlin had to...
Jeremy Jordan's "It's All Coming Back to Me Now"
I’m a big fan of musical theater . There’s a huge amount of talent required to sing, dance, and act live on stage, and the people who work...
Trends I Expect to See at Snow Ball
Tonight is Snow Ball, and I'm looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in their (semi-)finest clothing, as well as the decorations. Of...
Top 8 Ways to Create an Instagram Caption
I think we've all been here- you have a super cute photo you want to post on Instagram, you've got the filter chosen, and your picture...
Comedy Specials to Watch When You're Procrastinating
Procrastinating: many a college student's activity during times of overwhelming stress. Below, I've compiled a list of some comedy specials...
Thanksgiving Recipes To Try This Holiday Season
A classic Thanksgiving feast always includes a giant turkey, gravy, stuffing, and a pie. This year lets change it up and try something new...
Songs Everyone Should Listen to in November
November can be such a strange time in college. You are super excited to go home for Thanksgiving but then you know that when you get back...
Thanksgiving Excitement
Like many of my friends, I'm headed home for Thanksgiving, and while I'm not looking forward to the inevitable grilling I'll receive at the...
The First Major Snowfall
I love winter at Bates; the campus looks so magical covered in snow. It’s just a gorgeous time of year, even if it’s colder than a Yeti in...
Harvest Dinner Highlights 2018
Bates’ annual Harvest Dinner was tonight and, as per usual, Commons and everyone involved outdid themselves. In essence, Harvest Dinner is...
Try It Tuesday: Deescalation
You’re sitting with a friend over dinner, laughing and talking. You mention how much work you have to do and suddenly, you and your friend...
The Inevitable Thanksgiving Questions
For me, Thanksgiving is a complicated time. It’s the one time of year when practically my entire extended family is together, which means...
Drop Everything & Listen to a Song by Maggie Rogers (You Won’t Regret It)
After Saturday Night Live’s musical guest performance this past week, many people are wondering, “Who is this angelic/folksy Maggie Rogers...
2018 Midterms: The Elections of Record-Breaking Diversity
Yesterday were the US midterm elections, and although we’re still waiting for some results, most of the elections have been decided, and...
