STUDENT LIFE
Yale releases new study proving — again — that the so-called oldest map of America is a fake

The so-called oldest map of North America — the Vinland Map — sits in Yale’s Beinecke collection in a slim volume along with a medieval […]

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Yale Votes aims to increase student turnout in local elections

Even without a national election, the Yale Votes coalition has continued to work towards increasing voter turnout at Yale.  The coalition — made up of […]

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Students reflect on new study spots around campus

On any given weekday, The Underground — a dining space housed within the lower level of the Schwarzman Center — is filled with students from all […]

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Menus at Commons kitchens to rotate seasonally

Seasonal and local ingredients have been added to the dining hall menus in Commons, periodically bringing new flavors to students and faculty who dine at […]

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Sophomores participate in “Myth of Miscommunication” workshop

This week, the Communication and Consent Educator program launched its “Myth of Miscommunication” in-person programming for third-semester students. While students usually participate in the workshop […]

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Yale prepares for return of study abroad programs

At Yale, with vaccinations widely available and the COVID-19 pandemic showing some signs of waning, the Yale Study Abroad team is hopeful that the University […]

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Yale Capital Campaign launch alters Commons service for three days

Students’ dining routines were disrupted this week after preparations for a Yale Capital Campaign launch event in the Schwarzman Center resulted in adjusted service to […]

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Package receiving center changes spark student frustration, confusion

A sick day is usually an excuse to stay in bed, but for Caroline Twyman ’24, it was the perfect opportunity to visit the package […]

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Yale Health sees “unprecedented” number of visits and calls this fall

Dubbed the “Yale Plague,” a non-COVID-19 sickness has spread throughout the student body. Yalies infected with the illness have struggled to make up content for […]

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Students return to in-person exams after more than a year of virtual learning

After a year of Zoom classes and virtual exams, classes at Yale have returned to offering in-person examinations this fall.  With the start of October, […]

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Residential college butteries make a comeback

After more than a year, residential college butteries — or late-night cafes — are finally up and running again, offering boba, cookie dough and midnight […]

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