Gent Malushaga: Running Toward a Higher Office
Well-known on campus as an outspoken yet thoughtful presence, departing Student Body President Gent Malushaga grew at Amherst while learning to love the school itself.
Drew Stephens '26
Elliott Outlines Priorities at “State of the College” Address
President Michael Elliott delivered his annual “State of the College” address at the AAS’ weekly meeting on Monday. Elliott discussed the pressure the college currently faces from the federal government while emphasizing the values he would like to see in the Amherst community.
Val Changeup Lets Students Serve Themselves
Dining Services switched to self-serve for lunch and dinner last week to begin a four-week “pilot.” The change comes in preparation for the opening of the new student center, which will be fully self-serve.
Five UMass International Students’ Visas Revoked
In a statement written to UMass Amherst students, Chancellor Javier Reyes alerted the campus community that five international students’ visas had been revoked by the federal government but maintained that the university did not play any role in the administration’s actions.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Office in Hadley Faces Closure
The proposed closure of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s Northeast Regional Headquarters in Hadley has drawn criticism from politicians and prompted concern for the welfare of local federal employees.
College Publishes Admissions Statistics for Class of 2029
Amherst received a record-high 15,818 applications and admitted 1,175 applicants, an acceptance rate of about 7%. Final enrollment statistics will be released in the fall.
College’s Anti-Discrimination Policies Not Affected by “Dear Colleague” Letter, Elliott Says
President Michael Elliott said that a Department of Education letter the college received last month instructing Amherst to end race-based policies does not have the force of law and has not caused the college to change any of its policies.