We are receiving rumors that a pedestrian near 115th and Amsterdam has been struck by a car and killed. Sources say that the victim was not a Columbia student, but this has yet to be confirmed. If you have any information on the accident, email us at tips@bwog.com Update—A tipster writes: “The pedestrian was crossing Amsterdam […]
A passerby saw this pigeon-lover passing the time with a flock of friends in front of Butler, and it was so good they stopped to take all the pictures:
We’re only a few days in, and already things are getting sloppy. Remember to send in your tips to tips@bwog.com, or use our anonymous tip form. First-years, write about your experiences, and be on the lookout for applications to join our staff. Gossip: Columbia Admirers is back, kinda. This website links to this Facebook page. […]
Although the class of 2018 is already settling into the Columbia Bubble, let’s take a moment to remember that, for many of us, the summer is not technically over. Hold fast to your fading freedom with this submission from Jacqueline Basulto, who is “studying marine biology off of the coast of Ischia, Italy and living on […]
After two days of NSOP, you can officially call yourself an old pro at this game. Slug down some OJ and eat away that hangover you still have from Sunday night to prepare for the day that NSOP and your clingy roommate both start to feel overrated. Keep trying to impress everyone with your SAT score […]
Pay attention, freshpeople! Soon you’ll be thrust into a world where it seems like everyone speaks in TLA’s. Have no fear though—Bwog’s always posted this little guide to Columbia acronyms and initialisms, and we’ve updated the list for this year. The shrewd freshperson will write these on flashcards and memorize them all before arriving on […]
It’s that time of year again…you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Send ’em to tips@bwog.com. Dear Bwog, I am a first year wondering if it is allowed to ship a mini-fridge to school. Also, is there only one fridge allowed in a dorm room? Thank you! – Hungry in Hamilton Dear Hungry, The answer to […]
How was your first night in residence? Loud? Smelly? Pleasant? Tell us EVERYTHING by emailing tips@bwog.com or using our anonymous tip form. Today’s Highlights: Columbia: Step-Up!, two different session in Roone Arledge Auditorium. Definitely don’t want to miss this one. Sexual assault is a huge, ongoing issue at Columbia. Bwog is very curious about how Step-Up! […]
For the young freshlings moving in today, it’s the first Monday of the REST OF THEIR LIVES. Here are the highlights. Overheards: “Lots of OLs are getting tipped for moving people in, up to $10 for a family I’ve heard” “Last night 2 RAs were locked on the roof of Carman Hall by a group […]
Here’s an old favorite from NSOP 2006. Send your own first night stories to tips@bwog.com to inspire the freshlings. It’s your first day at Columbia. Mom and Dad just drove back to New Jersey, and you are ready to celebrate your newfound freedom. But wait. Shit! You’ve heard that Columbia is an awful party school. […]
In case you haven’t already figured this out, almost all of your conversations during NSOP are going to consist of exchanging the same boring facts about your life with strangers. You’re stuck cycling through the same intro until you either find something you can make awkward conversation about or you decide not to be friends. […]
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