Saucy Santana To Headline Spring Concert
The Office of Student Affairs announced in a message to The Student that the Spring Concert will be headlined by “Material Girl” rapper Saucy Santana.
Leo Kamin '25
Harvard Economist Reveals Impact of Guaranteeing Free College Tuition
Participants in a University of Michigan program that guarantees low-income students free tuition upon acceptance applied to and enrolled in college at higher rates. At an April 11 event, Susan Dynarski presented these findings, raising questions about how Amherst could implement similar programs.
Elliott Outlines Priorities, Wheaton Reflects on Tenure at State of College
College President Michael Elliott and the Association of Amherst Students President Sirus Wheaton ’23 delivered “State of the College” addresses on Sunday, April 2. Wheaton reflected on his impeachment, and Elliott emphasized labor reform, community-building, and civic duty as college priorities.
Climate Action Plan Construction Begins
On March 13, construction began on the college’s project to transition all buildings to carbon-free heating and cooling systems. The construction represents the next stage of the college’s sweeping Climate Action Plan (CAP), which commits Amherst to full decarbonization by 2030.
College Anticipates 15 Percent Budget Cut
All college departments and divisions have been asked to cut their budgets by 15 percent for the 2024 fiscal year in the wake of a decrease in the college’s endowment.
“Turn Every Page” Fills Every Seat
On Monday, Amherst Cinema screened “Turn Every Page,” a documentary about the long-running professional relationship between editor Robert Gottlieb and writer Robert Caro. Managing News Editor Leo Kamin ’25 recaps the event, which included a discussion with director Lizzie Gottlieb ’93.
Schwemm’s Transformed into Merchandise Store
The Mammoth Market at Schwemm's was transformed over winter break. It no longer offers hot food and is in the process of being converted into the college's official apparel store. To compensate, the Science Center Cafe will become the sole option for late-night dining.