Amherst for Palestine Demands Divestment Outside Trustee Dinner
Students protested outside a trustee dinner at the Inn on Boltwood, criticizing the college’s stance on the war and demanding divestment from companies profiting from Israeli violence.
Julia Gentin '26
Spanish Dual-Immersion Program Continues on Path Despite Losing Grant
Amherst’s successful dual immersion program, Caminantes, has lost an important state grant. Five years after its founding, Caminantes has improved students’ proficiency in both Spanish and English and increased pride in their heritage.
Remembering the Life of Spencer Williams ’24
Spencer Williams ’24 made his mark on the college as a friend, a student, and a writer. Amid lengthy cancer treatments, Williams found solace in connections with others.
Official College Store to Open at Former A.J. Hastings Lot
The college will be opening a physical store in downtown Amherst this spring, filling the space formerly occupied by A.J. Hastings. In addition to distributing course materials, the store will also sell merchandise, supplementing Schwemm’s Cafe and The Wheely Mammoth.
Incumbents Dominate Town Elections
District 5, the district that includes Amherst College, will be represented by Ana Devlin Gauthier and Bob Hegner following an uncontested election.
Incumbents Dominate Town Elections
District 5, the district that includes Amherst College, will be represented by Ana Devlin Gauthier and Bob Hegner following an uncontested election.
‘With Privilege Comes Responsibility’: Governor Covers How to Face Challenges to Democracy
President Elliott reaffirmed the college’s commitment to democracy in conversation with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey last Wednesday, Nov. 1. The conversation marks 60 years after President John F. Kennedy’s dedication of Frost Library.