Mural Breathes New Life into Newport Lounge
Arts & Living Managing Editor Sarah Weiner ’24 highlights Newport’s new mural located in the basement lounge, which reaffirms an appreciation for Latinx identities and collaboration on Amherst’s campus.
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Justin Torres and Paul Harding Launch LitFest
Acclaimed authors Justin Torres and Paul Harding kicked off LitFest 2024 with a discussion of craft, historical inspirations, and transcending reality. Davis Rennella ’24 details the lively conversation and the pair’s advice for aspiring writers.
Aparna Nancherla ’05 Brings Laughs to LitFest
Comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host Aparna Nancherla ’05 visited the college during LitFest 2024 to discuss her recent book “Unreliable Narrator.” Mila Massaki Gomes ’27 recounts the conversation and Nancherla’s journey as a writer.
Ashley Soto ’11 Leads FAMS Kaufman Masterclass
Ashley Soto ’11 led the third installment of the Film and Media Studies Department’s Kaufman Masterclass, preceded by a screening of her five-episode series “Chuchi & Adaliz.” Assistant Arts & Living Editor Abby Kim ’27 recaps the screening and the class.
Poetic Perspectives: “I Did Not Survive You”
An anonymous sexual assault survivor statement revives the Poetic Perspectives column, originally inaugurated by Mikayah Parsons ’24, which allows students to discuss often difficult topics through a poetic medium.
Minis — Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024
Play the new Amherst Student mini crosswords!
Around the Herd: Feb. 21 to Feb. 27 in Athletics
In this week's Around the Herd: Women's ice hockey advances to semifinals while the men falter, and both Men's and Women's track and field place a stellar third at New England championships.