Many Choate classes are heavy on discussion — a major part of one’s final grade is determined by class participation. I have no complaints with discussion on its own; it makes class so much more entertaining because it prompts us all to constantly stay engaged. In fact, I’ve become soRead More

The topic of the 40-minute lunch block has been thoroughly discussed in the community. However, we tend to skim over one aspect of the average Choate student’s weekly lunch schedule — the habit of skipping lunch between STEM classes. Many students find it pointless to walk the 10 minutes upRead More

An essential part of any Choate boarding student’s life is his or her adviser, who helps with everything — from keeping up with classes to having a fulfilling social life. They also serve as trusted adults on campus to talk to, as many of us boarders live far away fromRead More

During the a cappella concerts on Parents’ Weekend, students flooded the second floor of the PMAC for a better view of the performances below. In the commotion, students failed to notice the artwork scattered across the balcony. Clear signs had been placed to warn passersby away, and yet, they didRead More

My family lives in Guilford, but after Choate accepted me, I requested to live on campus. Initially, I was rejected because of a lack of available beds. And so my first year here, as a third-former, I was a day student, commuting over an hour every day. Over the summerRead More

I became vegan not only to improve my physical well-being but also because a good friend told me about all the ways animal products harm the environment. It has been a little over a year since I converted, and I now enjoy a healthy lifestyle and a smaller carbon footprint.Read More

The divide in American politics is widening rapidly. This is a fact that many Americans have come to understand and even accept as they themselves contribute to the escalating tension between Republicans and Democrats. Some political psychologists such as Lilliana Mason claim that members of one political party dislike theRead More

Meatless Monday, International Food Station, Burger Day — many at Choate have their grievances with SAGE. However, people seldom realize the struggles of those with religious diets. For people with religious diets, finding necessary nutrition from the dining hall is no easy task. As a practicing Muslim, I have aRead More

What frustrates me most about the 2018 midterm elections is that I’m too young to vote. Though the possibility of a continued red wave undeniably concerns me, it’s not quite as frustrating as knowing that I ultimately can’t contribute my voice and vision to this year’s election­­­­ — one thatRead More