5 Things That Every Yale Student Should Do Before Graduating

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1. See Barry Gibb’s grave

This guy is awesome!  He discovered some big science thing and still had time to be a super cool rock star on the side.  Best of all, his eternal resting place is the Grove Street Cemetery!

2. Touch the pen that Lincoln used to sign the Declaration of Independence

I know what you’re thinking; “Abe Lincoln went to Yale before signing the Declaration of Independence?” Yep!  He was even nice enough to leave us with this little treasure.  Stay away Nick Cage!!

3. Study in the Ellen B Room

Located right inside of Sterling Memorial library, students can simply waltz right into this cozy study spot and get to work.  Ellen B was one cool cat!

4. Get some sweets at Durfee’s Sweet Shop

They call this place “the Dylan’s Candy Bar of the East”.  Take one step inside and you’ll see why!

5. Spend a rainy afternoon in Beinecke and feast your eyes on the Glutenberg Bible

The gluten intolerant should head over to Bass Cafe for a nice cup of joe while they wait for their friends to sneak a peek this famous artifact.  Make sure to skip the delicious pastries though!

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