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Maggie Sher '26

After Decades of Activism, Faculty Approves AAPI Studies Major

The department’s core faculty will remain members of other departments, and their courses will be cross-listed in both AAPI studies and their home departments, which will include English, economics, psychology, and SWAGs.

New Theme Communities Approved for Upcoming Academic Year

New Theme Communities Approved for Upcoming Academic Year

The college has approved three new theme communities for the upcoming academic year, including communities for Muslim, Native, and International students. Applications will be open until Feb. 12.

College Without Rabbi Amid Ongoing Job Search

College Without Rabbi Amid Ongoing Job Search

Since Rabbi Bruce Seltzer resigned in May, the Jewish community has remained without a spiritual leader. Students said the absence of a leader has negatively affected the sense of community among Jewish students.

Religious and Spiritiual Life and Community Living Swap Spaces

Religious and Spiritiual Life and Community Living Swap Spaces

The Cadigan Center for Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL) has moved from 38 Woodside Avenue to the basement of Keefe Campus Center. The offices of Housing and Operations and Community Safety have taken their place.

Staying on Course — Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023

Play the new Amherst Student crossword!

Town Community Approves Construction of New Elementary School

Town Community Approves Construction of New Elementary School

The town of Amherst’s citizens voted on May 2 to fund the creation of a new public elementary school, with construction beginning in 2024. The decision comes in the wake of deteriorating physical conditions and declining enrollment in the district.

Faculty Discuss Budget Cuts, Student Mental Health

In a faculty meeting held on Tuesday, April 4, President Michael Elliott and Dean and Provost of Faculty Catherine Epstein led discussions surrounding impending budget cuts, staff-faculty relations, and student mental health.