By Amelia Riepe' 27 With mid-trimester grades approaching, a severe heatwave, and Fall Family Weekend on the horizon, Cate students are already swamped. An unexpected, school-wide ant infestation raging through every dorm and faculty house on campus added yet another crisis to an already stressful week. B&G has been working all summer tirelessly to tackle these ants, but now it's beyond what's manageable. Whether you’ve seen them climbing in your room, outside of the co-lab,

By Josie Song' 28 As the bustle of the beginning of the school year calms down and students start to establish a routine, Cate has implemented a new program called COAST @ Cate, which offers off-campus weekend opportunities for students beyond the regular activities organized by the Activities Committee. So far, students have participated in activities such as a trip to the Asian Market and Kin Bakeshop, volunteering and beach cleanups, a coffee tour, and outdoor trips to pla

By Josie Song' 28 As Cate springs into action in late August, students embark on an annual Outings Week trip to create everlasting memories and bonds with their peers. Typically, freshmen have the opportunity to grow alongside their entire grade at Pyles Boy Camp, while sophomores and juniors undertake their respective trips to Yosemite and Kern with pods composed of 8-12 people. This year, Outings Week was scheduled a week later than usual, from September 7th to the 13th. O