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.
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Editorial: Rethinking the Test-Optional Policy in Admissions
The Editorial Board calls for the college to again mandate standardized testing in the college admissions process.
College Announces New Director of Dining Services
The college will welcome Bill Connor, former director of acclaimed dining programs at Westfield State University and Johns Hopkins University, as the new director of dining services, effective March 29.
Town Council Approves Ceasefire Resolution After Six-Hour Meeting
After hours of debate and the defeat of a number of contentious amendments, the Amherst town council approved a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and an immediate release of all hostages.
Jeffrey Wright ’87 Talks Black Representation on Film
Oscar Nominee Jeffrey Wright ’87 talked to Diego Duckenfield-Lopez ’24 and Aidan Gemme ’26 about his new film “American Fiction” and its exploration of Black identity.
Newport House Caps Renovation with Unveiling of New Mural
A new mural in the basement of Newport, designed by Colectivo Moriviví and painted by a rotating team of community members, celebrates Latinx community both at Amherst and in the larger diaspora.
Hadley Trader Joe’s Employees Organize to Decertify Union
Less than two years after it became the first of the grocery chain’s locations to unionize, a group of workers is seeking to decertify the union. Organizers say they have already collected over 30 percent of staff support, which is enough to force a vote to decertify the union.
The Evergreens: Home and Heart of the Dickinsons
This week, the Emily Dickinson Museum reopened The Evergreens, home to Austin and Sue Dickinson, after an extensive restoration. Chanelle Jaeger ’27 recounts her tour experience and explores the history of the house.
Josh Paul Discusses Resignation from State Department Over Israel Policy
Paul made headlines for his resignation in October, in the early stages of Israel’s bombardment of Gaza. He discussed the failures of the U.S. policy in the region and the centrality of arms sales to American diplomacy.
Remembering Black History Month at Amherst
Staff Writer Sarria Joe ’27 investigates what Amherst has done for Black History Month historically and explores the efforts of student organizations to create Black History Month events.
Khalidi Continues Palestine/Israel Series, Asks “Why Do We Care?”
In the second part of his three-part lecture series, Dr. Ahmad Samih Khalidi analyzed the forces that have kept the Palestine-Israel conflict in the news cycle for decades, including Jerusalem’s status as a holy land for three world religions and the region as a geopolitical crossroads.
The Roommate Report: AnneKatherine Johnson ’27, Mabel Linck ’27, Maddy Walsh ’27
In the debut of her new column, “The Roommate Report,” Assistant Features Editor June Dorsch ’27 interviews three freshman roommates about their experience living together in Charles Pratt.
Thoughts on Theses: Fiona Anstey
In this week's Thoughts on Theses, Adela Thompson Page ’26 interviews Fiona Anstey ’24, a senior double majoring in math and geology. Her paleoclimate thesis requires extensive fieldwork and unexpected adventures.
Giving Birth in the Rubble: Healthcare Access for Palestinian Women Amidst Violence and Displacement
Logan Maniscalo ’24 sheds light on the horrific conditions faced by Palestinian women due to Israel’s assault on Gaza.