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Karina Maciel '25

Staff Writer

A 50-year Fight for Belonging: The History of A/P/A Studies Advocacy at Amherst

A 50-year Fight for Belonging: The History of A/P/A Studies Advocacy at Amherst

The Student investigated the 50-year history of activism for an Asian/Pacific/American studies program at the college, speaking with students, professors, and alumni about their beliefs, activism, and hopes for the future of A/P/A studies on campus.

‘Time Stopped’: Amherst Reflects on Two Years of Covid

‘Time Stopped’: Amherst Reflects on Two Years of Covid

On this day, March 9, two years ago, the college announced it would switch to remote learning due to Covid-19. The Student asked members of the college community to reflect on what they’ve learned through the pandemic, what has changed in their lives, and how they see the world differently now.

‘Time Stopped’: Amherst Reflects on Two Years of Covid

‘Time Stopped’: Amherst Reflects on Two Years of Covid

On this day, March 9, two years ago, the college announced it would switch to remote learning due to Covid-19. The Student asked members of the college community to reflect on what they’ve learned through the pandemic, what has changed in their lives, and how they see the world differently now.

Fresh Faculty: Mekhola Gomes

Fresh Faculty: Mekhola Gomes

Mekhola S. Gomes is an assistant professor of history and Asian languages and civilizations. She received a bachelor’s degree with honors in history from St. Stephen’s College at the University of Delhi, and her master’s degrees and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Fresh Faculty: Mekhola Gomes

Fresh Faculty: Mekhola Gomes

Mekhola S. Gomes is an assistant professor of history and Asian languages and civilizations. She received a bachelor’s degree with honors in history from St. Stephen’s College at the University of Delhi, and her master’s degrees and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Town of Amherst Moves Forward With Reparations for Black Residents

Following the Amherst Town Council’s June 2021 vote to establish a reparations fund for Black residents, the Town is implementing community engagement plans to develop a strategy through which the reparations will ultimately be distributed.

Town of Amherst Moves Forward With Reparations for Black Residents

Following the Amherst Town Council’s June 2021 vote to establish a reparations fund for Black residents, the Town is implementing community engagement plans to develop a strategy through which the reparations will ultimately be distributed.