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Esther Grisoni Segantini '28

Ben Williams: Curiosity Without Borders

Ben Williams: Curiosity Without Borders

Known by those close to him for his ability to maintain a positive attitude in the face of any challenge, Ben Williams is not afraid of embarking on adventures around the world. After Amherst, he is set to foster cross-cultural understanding between China and the rest of the globe.

Vogel Lecture Discusses Global Wave of Democratic Backsliding

Vogel Lecture Discusses Global Wave of Democratic Backsliding

On Friday, the political science and economics departments hosted the lecture “Democratic Backsliding and Autocratization in the America.” Professors explored the global wave of democratic backsliding around the world, promoted by both left-populist and right-wing nationalist parties.

Satire: Class of 2030 Statistics Leaked on Fizz

Satire: Class of 2030 Statistics Leaked on Fizz

The leaked information revealed a record percentage of female-identifying students in the admitted class. The Admission Office also shared expectations of a higher yield rate due to the increased relevance of a Liberal Arts education in the age of AI.

OICR Restructures Student Staff Hiring Process

OICR Restructures Student Staff Hiring Process

Beginning Fall 2026, the Office of Identity and Cultural Resources will transition to a centralized student-staff hiring process. Student workers will either be assigned to a general overarching OICR position or serve as a liaison to a specific center.

PVTA Announces New Link413 Bus System

PVTA Announces New Link413 Bus System

PVTA, FRTA, and BRTA have launched a new long-distance bus system with routes connecting Pittsfield to North Adams, North Adams to Greenfield, and Pittsfield to Northampton.

Alum Speaks on Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in Liberal Arts

Alum Speaks on Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in Liberal Arts

On Thursday, the AI in the Liberal Arts (AILA) speaker series welcomed Ahmed Aly ’24 to discuss how a liberal arts education taught him innovation through more human lenses. Aly spoke on how his Amherst education inspired his development of voice-based AI tools to address communication barriers.

First-Year Senators Share New Campus Ideas

First-Year Senators Share New Campus Ideas

In interviews with The Student, recently elected first-year senators shared ideas they hope to bring to AAS this coming year. Projects included improving social engagement on the First-Year Quad, encouraging more events in the Powerhouse, and a “student ambassador program.”