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Ranking Items From Head of the Charles
I love to try new things, especially for free, and if you didn’t know, the Head of the Charles is the perfect place to do that. Here’s a ranking of the items I received for attending.
A Sweet Treat for Every Mood
No matter the occasion, you always deserve a sweet treat. Here’s a little guide to finding a sweet treat for every mood, from yours truly.
LEAK: Inside the School-Sponsored H-Y Tailgate
Dean of Students Thomas Dunne said a few days ago that we would have a Harvard-Yale tailgate “that is attractive to students and fun and feels like what they imagined Harvard-Yale to be, but it’s also safe.” Well, Flyby Blog has the scoop and he’s right! Here’s a look inside what this attractive tailgate will be like.
Head of the Charles is Like a Zombie Apocalypse
This weekend, 200,000 people will descend upon the Charles River to watch a bunch of high schoolers, college students, and professionals row row row their boats. Here’s how to get ready for the zombie apocalypse: a.k.a. Head of the Charles.
Flyby Tries: A Week of No Spend
I tried not to spend money for a week. That’s it. That’s the article.
Love it/Hate it: Blank Street
Fast coffee, subscriptions, interesting flavors of matcha... Blank Street has it all. Now that the café has settled into its place in Harvard Square, read on to hear how two Flyby writers really feel about it.
10 Things You Will Probably Hear On Campus This Fall
ALERT! Fall has arrived on Harvard campus: midterms are here, the Canada Goose jackets are already on, and the rats are migrating back into the dorms. Students have gotten back into the swing of school, and from disappearing future economists to the quest for fall weekend activities, it seems they already have plenty to yap about.
Janky Harvard Websites, Ranked
Harvard websites: love them or hate them, you have to use them. Read along to count down Harvard’s most clunky websites; maybe you can redo one of these as your CS50 final project?
Flyby Tries: Tenoch Mexican
Flyby writers Annette and Raymond try Tenoch Mexican, a new Mexican restaurant that opened in the Square last month. Is it worth checking out? Read on to find out!
Dude That’s Rude: There’s a Human in My Room (Mosquito POV)
I feel like it’s time to set some boundaries. First of all, the whole swatting and throwing things has to stop. It’s invasive of my personal space. Whatever happened to hello? How are you? My name is? Instead you go straight to the slapping and screaming profanity. Rude.
Dude That’s Rude: Cronkhite
Don’t know what Cronkhite is? Let’s break down the strange reality of living in Harvard's least desired dorm. Welcome to Cronkhite, where your social life disappears.
Harvard Before-And-After: From Summer to Fall
“This is going to be my year,” we all say in unison at the start of each semester. But then, on the first day of class, we’re all somehow already three lectures behind and locked in Lamont. The transition from summer to fall feels like getting the wind knocked out of you.
Flyby’s Fall Wishlist
Recently, people on TikTok have been posting their “fall wishlists,” oscillating between genuinely achievable items, emotionally devastating relationships, and $1,000,000. Well, we at Flyby are great at asking for things that will never happen, too.
Matching the Houses to Albums of the Summer
We can all agree, this was a great summer for music. But now that summer 2024 is officially in the rearview mirror, let’s match the iconic albums with where we all live. Why? For the vibes!
Flyby Tries: Taking on Mount Madison
A Flyby writer takes on Mount Madison, and fun times ensue. Turns out physically strenuous activity is a lot more fun than doing psets.
Ode to the Extra Roommate
The extra roommate (your roommate’s significant other) can drastically shift the dynamic of the space. Is it for better or for worse?
Flyby Tries: Kayaking on the Charles
Instead of touching grass, I touched some river water. Here’s my experience kayaking on the Charles.
Open Letter to Olympia Moving & Storage
Dear Olympia Moving & Storage, First and foremost, let me just start off by saying how truly grateful I am for all of your hard work these past few weeks.
Everything You Need to Know About Class Marshals
What’s a Class Marshal? What’s a Class Committee? What do they even do? How do I vote? Why am I even voting? Find the answers to all these questions in our latest article!
Top Ten Things To Ask For On a House Mailing List
Are you at a loss for how to remind your 400 neighbors you exist? Fear not, Flyby is here.
Dude That’s Rude: Vanserg
Wondering why you have so many classes in Vanserg this semester? Me too. You won’t find any answers here, but perhaps we can commiserate.
Burst the Bubble: Improv Comedy
I catapulted myself out of the Harvard bubble for a night of stand-up at Boston Harbor. Surrounded by a crowd that was double my age, I enjoyed a show filled with unexpected laughs and life lessons.
So, BoardPlus Hasn’t Changed Since 2007…
I noticed that BoardPlus was still $65 per semester this year, and I began to think: how long has that been the amount of BoardPlus each student has received each semester? Spoiler alert: we should be getting more BoardPlus.
Sophomore Culture Shocks
From leaving Cabot Science Library, to actually having to pick a concentration, sophomore year is quite a different experience! Read on to reminisce about the joys and struggles of being a freshman.
What Your Harvard Parent Merch Says About You
Now that the semester’s over, hot girl summer is in full swing, and there’s no better time than Commencement to start serving. It’s time to make note of the serves and flops of Harvard Parent fashion. I gathered my “reads” for the most iconic Harvard merch worn by you, the #1 supporters of Harvard seniors, and what that says about you!