Flyby Front Feature
We’re Not Really Strangers: Visitas Edition
Before you commit immediate friendship transgressions by asking questions like “What other colleges did you get into?” or “Are you going to Bulldog Days after this,” let us be your guiding star. We’re Flyby, your trusty navigators through the treacherous waters of small talk. Because let’s face it, you’re not here to only collect LinkedIn connections and merch you’ll never use; you’re here to get to know the Harvard ~community~ and meet other members of the Class of 2028.
The Best House Scandals in Harvard History
As you will soon see for yourselves, no House story is complete without the lowlights — here are a couple scandals to open your eyes to both sides of housing life.
An Open Letter to the Quad from Your Ex (Resident)
An ex-Quadling writes to the neighborhood she left, reminiscing about the good old days.
How To: Saltburn Your Way Into A Relationship
The dating pool (or should I say bathtub?) is shallow, and anything would be better than yet another lonely Valentine’s Day. A recent film gave a step-by-step set of instructions on how to make a relationship happen, and maybe more?
A Hate Letter to the Snow
A six hour flight delay. A series of unfortunate events. It’s just this little Flyby writer and her overpacked suitcase against the world.
The Best of Flyby 2023
How do you measure a year in a life? In daylights, in sunsets, in… Flyby articles? Presenting: the best of Flyby articles in 2023.
Harvard Highlights of 2023
All in all, 2023 definitely left a mark on Harvard’s campus in one way or another.
Flyby’s Spotify Wrapped
Well, in case you were curious, here’s Flyby’s year in audio data, because we’re always listening ;).
Study Methods For The Unhinged
Flyby Blog is back with another piece to help you all become better students this final period. Read this piece on the most effective study methods known to Harvard students, but only for those unhinged enough to try.
Senior Scaries: An Open Letter to the Class of 2023
Dear Seniors: As Harvard spray paints the Yard green once again to schmooze the Class of 2027, our own class seems to have moved firmly into an era of excitement and festivity. While this space for celebration is certainly well-deserved, I also want to carve out a bit of space for something else: uncertainty.
Whatever You Do, Don’t Go to Cafe Gato Rojo!
Remember when we told you not to go to the Barker Cafe because the drinks were too yummy and the baristas were too nice? Well, I now have another place to add to the list of cute cafes and study spots for gatekeeping. So stop reading and pay attention to your lecture because trust me, you definitely don’t want to know about yet another cozy, student-run spot to spend your Board Plus.
Lessons Learned From Midterm Season
We’ve done it. We’ve gotten through another season of midterms, finally handing in that paper we’ve been stalling on for weeks, taking that test in the Science Center everyone crammed for. But now that we’ve gotten a very well-deserved break, let’s take a moment to reflect back on this midterm season before gearing up for finals or yet another round of midterms, since apparently I learned more than just my Quizlet flashcards.
The 2023 Harvard Housing Day Video Rankings
Alas, it’s the piece that you have all been waiting for. Yes, we know it’s after spring break, but hey — better late than never! Here are Flyby’s 2023 Housing Day video rankings!
Things I Missed About Harvard on Break
Does being on campus again and completing yet another midterm make you bummed? Take a step back for a second, and you'll find that there are many things to love about Harvard. While enjoying more sleep, I found myself missing a few Harv-specific things while on break.
7 Types of First-Years on Housing Day
As an independent observer with no stake in housing at all (it could make or break my college experience), I can almost guarantee that there will be some absurd reactions and some fascinating strategies. From a fellow first-year, here’s a rundown of seven types of first-years you’ll find on Housing Day.
How To: Determine the Last Person in your Blocking Group
It’s blocking season and you have a group of seven with one spot left… how could you possibly decide who it should go to (spoiler alert: it is not a waiting list)? Fear not, because we have five strategies to help you determine your best fit to top off your blocking group.
Why February, in fact, is the Emotional Trough of the Year
We thought February was going to be our month, or at least a good month. But now, here we are, and somehow, somewhere (here), February has taken a sharp knife and gutted us all like one of Red’s best catches.
How To: Guide to Galentine's Day
Forget Valentine’s Day—Galentine’s is the real, notable, love-related ‘holiday’ in February. Flyby’s got you and your (single) besties covered this year, with ideas on how you all can spend the evening. From playing squash to hosting a cook-off and watching rom-coms all night, this year’s Galentine’s will be full of laughter and fun, and definitely no Valentine’s Day fomo (finger’s crossed on that last one).
Dating Apps? Nah, Datamatch
Are you looking for a new friend or something more *wink wink*? Well have no fear, Datamatch is here!
The Day I Learned That Goldilocks is a Mouse
There are many strange facts that live rent-free in Janani's brain. One of these facts is that mouse droppings very closely resemble black sesame seeds. This information isn’t relevant just yet. Just remember it for later. Read the full story now!
Burst The Bubble: Romanticizing Winter in Boston Edition
This winter, you don’t have to hibernate in your dorm. For those of us who still have a few days left on campus, there are so many ways to embrace the season with outdoor adventures to cherish the chilly weather and indoor activities to get cozy and festive.