Comcast + Time Warner = who cares? It isn’t happening. The $45 billion merger foundered in the face of harsh criticism from regulators and advocacy groups alike. Most arguments against the deal centered around the fact that, combined, the companies would control an outright majority of the broadband Internet market. (Christian Science Monitor) Abercrombie & […]

This Friday evening, if you are looking for the latest scandal look elsewhere. Try most commented above. If you’re looking for compelling for campus thoughts on a complex issue, we recommend our article on food waste, from earlier today. If, however, you are a little bit tired and a little bit bored, and are browsing […]

As of this afternoon, Columbia has announced this year’s list of honorary degree recipients, those individuals so distinguished in their fields that they are considered to have fulfilled the course work of a Columbia degree, or, it would seem, the wishes and dreams of those pursuing a Columbia degree. Among this year’s honorees are the […]

Okay, it doesn’t have to be booze. But it can be! Today is the day that your inbox has been reminding you of for weeks – the #WheresRoaree Student Scavenger Hunt! Today, Columbia Athletics will be giving away $325 worth of gift cards to Fairway Market, Morton Williams, and The Heights. There will be Roar-ee […]

In the rare case of Bwoglines delivering you news you might use, Chipotle is partnering with a delivery service. So that’s food taken care of. (New York Times) As for the rest of your dietary needs, a new app released by the Federal government will tell you how to extend the shelf life of your […]

Tonight, ABC News reported that Columbia student Paul Nungesser, CC ’15, has filed a lawsuit against Columbia University for failing to protect him against harassment and defamation. This lawsuit comes as a response to fellow CC senior Emma Sulkowicz’s senior thesis performance to carry her mattress around campus during this school year until Nungesser is either expelled or […]

On Saturday it was nearly 80 degrees and today it is right back down to 48 degrees. What’s good?? To boost your mood and warm your soul, Bwog’s personal DJ, Briana “Breezus,” brings some fresh beats you can jam to.   Although I prefer this season much more than everlasting winter, the unpredictable nature of spring can […]

A petition began circulating today against Columbia Dining, on account of its “arbitrary and racist policies,” co-written by Student Worker Solidarity (SWS) and Columbia Dining Workers. SWS and the dining workers state that they are not allowed to speak Spanish in front of students, nor eat in the Butler lounge during their breaks. These rules […]

This weekend is the much anticipated WBAR-B-QUE!! Saturday, April 25, at 1 pm Lehman will open its lawns to the coolest event all spring. This year the featured performances are: Diet Cig Stude1nt Swings Bodega Bay Palberta Thug Enhancer Big Ups Dubbel Dutch Perfect Pussy The precise schedule for the acts hasn’t been released (yet), but the […]

In the fourth installment of our Freshpeople Housing Reviews, we move to the meat of the Hartley-John Jay sandwich: Wallach Hall. If renovated rooms and single-use bathrooms are your cup of tea, read on! Location: 1116 Amsterdam Avenue Nearby dorms: Hartley and John Jay are connected by tunnel; Carman and Furnald are just a hop, […]

Columbia University UNICEF is hosting a movie screening tonight from 8 to 10 pm in 302 Hamilton. The feature film, Not My Life by Robert Bilheimer, is about modern day human trafficking spanning across five continents. Additionally, free pizza will be served! Learn more about the documentary by joining the Facebook event and attending the showing.

Yesterday was Earth Day. Naturally, say, if you had a baby yesterday, you would want to commemorate the moment by giving your baby an earth themed name. Thankfully USA Today came out with a list. Personal favorites are Moss and Glade. (USA Today) Amy Schumer makes us laugh, but apparently doesn’t make Kanye laugh at […]

We get it–maybe you first fell for your prospie when you saw him carrying an ugly armchair you found on the street up four flights of stairs to your room, or maybe it was when you looked into her big blue eyes over fries at JJ’s. Though Days on Campus is over for the semester, check […]

Earlier this morning, students received an email announcing that CC/SEAS students who commute will be given dorm swipe access starting in the fall. This announcement comes after discussions and proposals from both CCSC and ESC. Because of the various non-residential services of our residential halls, such as drop-in counseling hours with CPS, this change in policy will […]

Continuing our assistance for pre-frosh housing selection, here is the third installment of Freshpeople Housing Review, in which we examine that most august residence hall, John Jay. Location: 548 W 113th St. Nearby dorms: Hartley, Wallach, with Furnald and Carman a College Walk away. Food: Two of three dining halls (John Jay and JJ’s Place), Strokos, HamDel, and Camille’s. […]