Ally Sepe

2 months ago | columbiaspectator.com | Ally Sepe |Anais Fotsing

If your SSOL waitlist is looking as unpromising as your New Year’s resolutions, don’t panic—Spectrum’s got you covered. We understand the struggle of crafting the perfect email to convince a professor to let you into a class, so we’ve created a foolproof template to get you enrolled. I hope this email finds you well. My name is ____ (insert your name), I am a student at ____ (your college), majoring—or thinking of majoring—in ____ (lie, we know this is just for a core requirement).

Nov 21, 2024 | columbiaspectator.com | Jessica Singh |Sophia Li |Ally Sepe |lifestyleBy Ally Sepe

With Thanksgiving break just around the corner, most of your friends are bound for home, ready to catch a break from the bustling city life. However, you may feel stuck on campus. Luckily, you don’t have to be! Your friends here at Spectrum have compiled a list of short day trips for you to enjoy New York state’s natural beauty and take the breather you deserve.

Nov 13, 2024 | columbiaspectator.com | Jasveenkaur Wahan |Ally Sepe |Manuela Moreyra

Barnard prides itself in the Foundations curriculum, which students must complete in order to graduate. Yet, staying on track for your major while also fulfilling what feels like an unending stream of Distributional and Modes of Thinking requirements can certainly get confusing. But don’t worry—your friends here at Spectrum are here to ensure that your transition into spring 2025 is as smooth as possible. Major requirements will vary based on which major you choose.

Oct 30, 2024 | columbiaspectator.com | Loyca Jean |Ally Sepe

But Halloween is just around the corner, and aside from all the parties, parades, and showstopping costumes, the season makes for a perfect excuse to binge-watch some of the best, most thrilling, yet comforting movies. So whether you’re looking to feel the season’s cozy vibes or get so creeped out that you won’t be able to sleep for weeks on end, look no further. While this is a great solitary activity, fall break is coming up and hopefully you have the opportunity to hang out with friends.

Oct 20, 2024 | columbiaspectator.com | Ally Sepe |Sophia Li |lifestyleBy Sophia Li

“And 5… 4… 3… 2… 1. Pencils down!” Those words signal the end of a familiar and stressful experience. Shoulders drop, students lean back in their seats with a wave of relief—or maybe disappointment—but at last, it’s over. With exams behind them, a question remains: What comes next? Spectrum has curated the ideal way to relax after the intense cycle of studying, test-taking, and academic pressure as a Columbia or Barnard student.