In Qatar, migrant workers were forced to run a “megamarathon” in jeans and flip-flops in a demonstration of the state’s competence ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The connection between forcing wage slaves to run a marathon and a country’s suitability for an international sports competition. (The Daily Beast) Senator Dianne Feinstein has called […]

It’s that time of the year again: spring everlasting winter! And that can mean only one thing—the annual installment of Bwog’s housing reviews.  And now we bring you Hogan.  Location: 566 W. 114th St. (entrance on Broadway) Nearby dorms: Broadway, Carman, Ruggles, all them brownstones, and it’s not too far from McBain and Watt. Shops and stores: Very close to pretty much everything because […]

In about 24 hours, most of Columbia will begin celebrating the blessed holy day of Bacchanal. To give you a soundtrack to your pregame, we bring you the (un)official playlist featuring the three big acts of the day—Big Sean, Brenmar, and Raury. By listening to this, you might actually know a couple of songs by Brenmar […]

McDonald’s and Walmart have joined a growing list of companies paying above the minimum wage. Forbes tries to figure out why. We’re just trying to enjoy it. A driverless car navigated a cross country trip in just nine days. What an exciting future we seem to be entering, complete with new and exciting traffic laws. […]

Now that we’ve helped prepare you to survive this year’s Bacchanal, you will know regular cocktails will not suffice. Bwog brings you Bacchtails.  $7 Sling 1oz gin 1/2oz grenadine 2oz sweet & sour mix 2oz club soda Serve this one over ice to only 4,000 of your closest, financially-able companions. Kornick Sour 1oz sake Dash of lemon […]

Saturday is finally the day that most students dream about as they drool on their laptop after falling asleep at 2 AM in ButCaf—Bacchanal! One Bwogger brings you a guide to survive the best day of the year as a Columbia student and actually have a memorable experience (depending on whether or not you can actually remember […]

What do you think Russians do on Wednesday night? Bwog heard a great snippet of conversation outside of Milbank Hall this morning, that will surely put a smile on your face. “I’m sorry I’m not a rich fucking Russian. I’m sorry I’m a poor American. I’m sorry I don’t have a sexy fucking accent or […]

Love the vibe of Carman? Then McBain will surely be your jam. Rising sophomore heaven! Perhaps that is hyperbole… Anyway, Bwog here to tell you what to expect. Location: 562 West 113th Street Nearby dorms: Watt, Nussbaum, 113th Brownstones Stores and restaurants: Deluxe, Milano, Amigo’s, Oren’s, Tom’s, Dig Inn, Nussbaum and Wu, NYPL, basically everywhere Cost: $7,324 (same as […]

Party girl Briana knows how to get down like it is 1999, and Bacchanal will be no exception. As an experienced concert goer, she is sharing her wealth of knowledge on how to ensure a fun time for you and everyone around you this weekend!   Did you know that Bacchanal is approaching this weekend? Because I […]

On Wednesday, Governor Jerry Brown (finally) imposed mandatory water restrictions in California. Brown mandated that each town is to reduce its water usage by 25%. This historical drought has left the Northern Sierra mountain range’s snowpack, the main water source for the state of California, at an all time low of 16% of its average amount. No more […]

Student council elections took place earlier this week, and the winners have been announced. Benjamin Makansi and Vivek Ramakrishnan won President and VP Policy, respectively, for CCSC Executive Board in the Freedom, Liberty, and Freedom Party, ousting current CCSC President Peter Bailinson. For the remainder of the board, Sameer Mishra won VP Finance; Grayson Warrick won VP Communications; and […]

Housing is coming up, and no, you can’t just avoid thinking about it like you’re avoiding thinking about your Lit Hum paper, Econ problem set, 1004 homework, French presentation…check out what Wien Hall has to offer, and check back tomorrow for another housing review. Location: 411 W. 116th Street Nearby dorms: East Campus Nearby food: […]

The Advisory Committee on Socially Responsible Investing of Columbia University announced tonight their support for the University’s divestment from private prisons. This comes as a response to the USenate SAC’s announcement supporting divestment. Read the full statement from ACSRI below.

Just like your spirit, the weather too is drained. No worries though, because all that misery has to go somewhere, and this year, it’s the rain forecast on Bacchanal! Get hype!!!! Tats tells you how to dress well for the struggle. Dear Tats, It’s raining on Bacchanal! How can I look super cute while still […]

Presumably in response to outrage over the allocation of $20,000 — $25,000 in additional funds to provide for added security and other services on the Butler lawns during Bacchanal, Vice President for Public Safety James McShane has put out an email explaining how the funds received by Public Safety will be put to use. The text of […]