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The digital-first, student-run online magazine at the University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run online magazine at the University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst Wire

Friendsgiving: Easy recipes for those who struggle in the kitchen

Friendsgiving: Easy recipes for those who struggle in the kitchen

Katherine Bernier, Contributor November 24, 2022
A cherished tradition for many students towards the end of November is Friendsgiving, a fun excuse to get together and do what you do every week–eat food and talk. Friendsgiving is special though, there is something different about this get-together. Being tasked to bring something to the table (literally) is not always a fun opportunity. For those of us who struggle in the kitchen, it may even be scary. In some cases, it may be easiest to just buy something from the store. But, if you are looking to give it your best shot, keep reading. Below, I have some pretty easy recipes to follow if you are looking to bring homemade dishes to your Friendsgiving. 
Northampton’s Stayin’ Alive

Northampton’s Stayin’ Alive

Chelsea Staub, Lifestyle Editor November 18, 2022
By 11 p.m., the club was booming. Almost everyone who had entered now danced under a disco ball, shaking and moving with plastic cups in their hands on a Saturday night while the DJ played Afrobeats and Reggaeton.
Top five late-night snacks near UMass

Top five late-night snacks near UMass

Alexandra Greenberg, Co-Social Media Editor October 1, 2022
It’s Saturday night, you just got back from going out and now, you and your friends are starving. Every place you know is closed and after searching for nearby spots to eat, you’re stumped. Don’t worry! There are still some local spots for late-night snacking. 
ADHD in the Classroom: A Solution

ADHD in the Classroom: A Solution

Patrick Shea, Contributor February 25, 2022

It should come as no surprise that attention-deficit disorders are more prevalent now than ever. The National Institute of Mental Health claims that roughly 4.4% of adults in the United States have ADHD....

Mind the Vibez: Explore Curiosity

Mind the Vibez: Explore Curiosity

Liam Zielony November 15, 2021

In this episode of Mind the Vibez, host Liam Zielony leads a mediation on curiosity and explains how it can enrich life and mediation practice. Subscribe to the Amherst Wired Network here: Spotify Produced...

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