Cultural survival: An eclectic community of indigenous artisans
Erica Garnett, Travel Editor
October 15, 2015
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
The public roam freely on the grounds, browsing among artwork and talking face-to-face with the artists behind them. Cultural Survival prides itself on featuring fair-trade art and screens the vendors to ensure direct sourcing from the artists.
A nightmare abroad
Taylor Gilmore, Writer
May 2, 2015
Filed under Study Abroad, Travel
Barcelona International College is not located along the coast, and the roof-top terrace is surrounded by buildings, although the image on the website shows blue skies all around. The only students I met during my time at BIC were American students studying abroad and we were not given any opportunities to meet local students.
Kelly’s Restaurant: your Saturday morning breakfast spot
Andrea Comerford, Writer
May 1, 2015
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
In the corner of a run-down strip of stores on College Street in Amherst, Mass., resides a small, casual breakfast and lunch spot for both locals and students. The average Saturday morning at Kelly’s has two types of customers: students in baggy sweatpants, slippers and mascara flaking off eyelashes from a good time the night before, or locals that you can tell are regulars.
Antonio’s: Stories by the slice
Brilee Weaver, Managing Editor
April 30, 2015
Filed under Around the Valley, Campus, Showcase, Travel
The North Pleasant Street storefront with the perpetual line out the door is the well-loved icon of Amherst — the college town institution that students remember and talk about long after they flip their graduation cap tassel and move on to the "real world."
Top Five places to visit while studying in Australia
Katie Bowler, Campus Editor
March 10, 2015
Filed under Study Abroad, Top Five, Travel
Whether you're thinking about studying abroad or have simply caught the travel bug, Eastern Australia should be on your list of places to visit. Australia is home to many hidden and natural wonders, and especially an array of beautiful beaches.
A student’s guide to eating Indian
Nia Decaille, Writer
February 18, 2015
Filed under Travel
For three weeks I peeled apart Indian breads like “poori,” a deep fried wheat flour that looks like a puff, drank coffee with fresh cream and sipped freshly squeezed juices. Food became a way to try to connect with as much of the culture as I could.
Hidden Gem: A look inside an asylum
Maureen Meyer and Sarah Robertson
February 10, 2015
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
The campus has since been abandoned and fallen into disrepair. The floors are scattered with documents from years past, stating the names, medications, and conditions of former patients. Trespassers have covered the walls with graffiti that only adds to the asylum's eerie aura.
New art bar opens in downtown Amherst
Julie Shamgochian and Kerry O'Connor
November 25, 2014
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
This past Sunday, November 23rd, everyday writing pencils were replaced with different styles of painting brushes, displayed in cool colored mason jars, and a palette of Christmas colors. Under the instruction of Annalise Ritter, a group of aspiring painters put their creative energy into designing advent calendars for the holiday season.
What my Italian language crisis taught me about happiness
Sarah Robertson, Writer
November 21, 2014
Filed under Study Abroad, Travel
“Are you Italian?” my friends would ask. “Not that I know of, but my dad was adopted so I might be.” “You could be, you’re kind of tan so you look Italian.” My spirit would fly a bit higher every time I heard someone would suggest I was Italian. Maybe this is why when I decided...
The buzz on All Things Local
Erica Garnett, Travel Editor
November 5, 2014
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
But inside, you'll find a fresh take on over 200 local producers providing everything from organic spinach to handmade baby shoes.
Amherst Coffee: hidden in plain sight
Zach Hammer, Contributor
October 19, 2014
Filed under Around the Valley, Travel
You can hear the grinding of beans, the hissing of the machines, the low murmur of conversation as well as the occasional shaker mixing some type of special, adult beverage. Jazz plays at a low volume in the background, creating the perfect environment to do your work.
UMass alum takes a leap to volunteer in Nicaragua
Kerry O'Connor, Writer
October 14, 2014
Filed under Study Abroad, Travel
“Right after college is the best time to do something like this,” Robinson said, “It’s a time where you’re trying to figure out what’s next in your life. Going far outside your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with a completely new culture and language is a great way to reflect on the past 4 years of college. It’s a time where you have the most freedom you will probably ever have in life.”
Darian Barlow, Contributor
Avoid a Britney-level meltdown with these tips from a fellow college student on how to be your best self this semester.
Student profile: Tom Leary, professional videographer and entrepreneur
Amelia Marceau, Contributing Writer
Is the New York Times anonymous op-ed an act of treason, or an act of resistance against the Trump administration?
