AmhSL's Profile Information

Age:20
Gender:Female
Grad Year:2011
Major:Biological and Biomedical Sciences
School:Amherst College

AmhSL's Comments

Posted on Amherst College Computers

There are two main labs on...

"There are two main labs on campus that can get crowded at night and especially around exam time. There are also random desktops all over campus that can be used to check e-mail. I would recommend bringing your..."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Overall Experience

I really love going to school...

"I really love going to school here. It's hard work, but the people are fun, and I get time to have fun too. I love playing basketball and being able to do lots of other activities. I really feel like I'm..."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Drug Scene

It depends on who you're...

"It depends on who you're with. There's a fair amount of marijuana use, but you can easily avoid it. Drinking is very prevalent."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Campus Dining

There's only one dining hall,...

"There's only one dining hall, Valentine, and it's mediocre at best. There are lots of options—two entrees, salad, sandwiches, pizza—but the quality is not very good. There's a coffeeshop/café in the student..."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Off-Campus Dining

There are great restaurants...

"There are great restaurants within walking distance and short drives away. There are also a lot of delivery options. The best places in town are Judie's and Pasta E Basta and The Pub. "

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Transportation

There is a pretty reliable...

"There is a pretty reliable bus service if you want to go farther away, but downtown Amherst is less than a 5-minute walk. There are also good shuttle services to the airport in Hartford, Connecticut."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Diversity

Our campus has a fair amount...

"Our campus has a fair amount of diversity. Since financial aid is given to students who need it, we are able to have a wide range of economic backgrounds. We also have a lot of international students. This is..."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Local Atmosphere

Amherst is a pretty close...

"Amherst is a pretty close community. There are lots of great restaurants and shops. Large chain and grocery stores are a really quick car or bus ride away. There's also Northampton, a little down the road, that..."

Posted on 2/18/2009

Posted on Amherst College Nightlife

The parties on campus are...

"The parties on campus are pretty fun. There are dance parties and a lot of socializing with people you don't see day in and day out. The bars have nights for 21+ students. The best places are Monkey Bar and The..."

Posted on 2/18/2009