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Kate Crawford Discusses Costs and Challenges of AI

Kate Crawford Discusses Costs and Challenges of AI

Presidential Scholar Kate Crawford, one of the nation’s leading scholars on artificial intelligence, delivered a talk on “The Cost of Scale: The Challenges Facing Artificial Intelligence.” She argued for recognizing the environmental, political, and cognitive consequences of the AI industry.

Hampshire Students and Faculty Find New Home at Amherst

Hampshire Students and Faculty Find New Home at Amherst

Following Hampshire College’s decision to close this coming December, Hampshire students, faculty, and staff had to transition to new campuses mid-semester. The College enrolled 13 and established one-year visiting positions for nine Hampshire faculty members.

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.