As the weather warms up, many of us have the urge to come out of winter hibernation and start getting active again. New York City has some of the most diverse fitness classes for all skill levels, backgrounds, and needs. This week, Spectrum is offering an overview of free or discounted fitness trials, spanning from hot yoga to cycling to meditation, for you to find your ideal path to wellness and serenity this spring.

Are you stuck on campus during spring break? With the whole city under your fingertips and no classes, tests, papers, or roommates, you might not be so stuck after all. Spectrum has planned a packed day of activities you can explore, all at your own leisure. With no morning alarms pushing you into the rush of college classes, enjoy the city at your own pace while catering to your personal interests.

As the March 1 deadline for Columbia housing registration swiftly approaches, the quest for the ideal living option is becoming a pressing concern for many students. For those considering off-campus living, Spectrum has some tips to navigate the complex journey of finding an affordable and cozy apartment in New York City that suits you perfectly.

Valentine’s Day is the day of love, pink balloons, heart-shaped chocolates, roses, and candle-lit dinners. And, contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be in a romantic relationship to enjoy all the festivities. Valentine’s Day celebrations can simply be a day to celebrate all the meaningful relationships in your lives. Whether you are spending this Valentine’s Day with friends or on your own, Spectrum has curated a list of activities to pull you away from the much-dreaded libraries—no romantic partner needed.

Now that you have gotten off the waitlists and finally have a stable schedule, you can give yourself a pat on the back. But it’s never too early to start thinking about next semester’s classes. First-years, sophomores, and juniors—before you know it, it will be time to choose classes once again. In honor of Black History Month, Spectrum has compiled a number of classes, from African studies to comparative literature, that you should consider taking to better understand Black history. Some of them even count as Global Cores!

Forty minutes for Ferris Booth Commons pasta, an hour in the JJ’s Place breakfast line, an hour for coffee at Liz’s Place… You get the gist. As a hungry college student, time is of the essence. Only John Jay Dining Hall can provide timely nourishment for the soul.

Before you fall into poor college eating habits, pull out a mug and try out some easy “cooked” recipes. Mug meals may feel like an ancient memory from your high school days, but they are a great too-tired-for-cooking food for exam seasons.

You’ve seen it before, or maybe it was you: the person who has been holed up in Butler Library for hours on end with bloodshot eyes glued to a screen, slowly descending into a state of madness. After several hours, Butler tends to have effects similar to gambling floors in Las Vegas—time freezes. But unlike Las Vegas, Butler’s image does not scream fun, wild, crazy nights. Instead, Spectrum presents: the five stages of going insane in Butler.

If you’ve been on campus at any point over the last few weeks, chances are you’ve heard the word “Homecoming” floating around on campus. But what really is Homecoming? How should you prepare for it and what should you expect? Here are some frequently asked questions to serve as your ultimate guide to Homecoming 2023. Spectrum explored frequently asked questions through a hypothetical Q&A between a first-year and upperclassman to serve as your ultimate guide to Homecoming 2023.