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Talia Ehrenberg '28

Managing Features Editor

Amherst Rural Student Enrollment Skyrockets

Amherst Rural Student Enrollment Skyrockets

The Class of 2029’s rural student enrollment increased by 37% after the college joined an intercollegiate recruitment network. Managing Features Editor Talia Ehrenberg ’28 and Staff Writer Sofia Angarita ’26 investigated the college’s strategy for improving rural student recruitment.

Capital Under Federal Occupation – Now What?

Capital Under Federal Occupation – Now What?

In light of President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of D.C., Managing Features Editor Talia Ehrenberg ’28 writes about its terrifying effect on the community, urging students to call their representatives and prevent the spread of anti-democratic rule.

Oren Tirschwell: Cultivating Community through Cello, Calculation, and Collaboration

Whether it’s his interdisciplinary research on gun violence, his incredible cello performances, or even his efforts in bringing Tandem Bagels back to Val, Oren Tirschwell’s presence has been invaluable in improving Amherst’s community.

Faculty Vote to Amend Statement of Academic and Expressive Freedom

Faculty Vote to Amend Statement of Academic and Expressive Freedom

In the wake of recent threats from the executive branch to colleges across the country, the faculty voted last Friday to amend the college’s statement on Academic and Expressive Freedom by emphasizing the college’s commitment to protecting these rights in the midst of governmental threats.

Thoughts on Theses: Sonia Chajet Wides

Thoughts on Theses: Sonia Chajet Wides

In her history thesis, Senior Managing Editor Sonia Chajet Wides ’25 explored the little-known 19th century Christian nationalist society dedicated to converting Jews and displacing them to a colony in upstate New York, with members ranging from John Quincy Adams to Amherst College students.

Satire: Star Trek: One Small Step for Mammoth, One Giant Leap for MammothKind

Satire: Star Trek: One Small Step for Mammoth, One Giant Leap for MammothKind

Starting in the spring semester of 2026, the Loeb Center will debut its newest trek. Eight eligible students will be propelled into the sky and tasked with learning amongst the stars in the new space-based program: Star Trek.

LA to Amherst: Students Reflect on January Fires

LA to Amherst: Students Reflect on January Fires

Since Jan. 7, relentless fires have ravaged the Los Angeles community, forcing many to evacuate to safety. Assistant Features Editors Mira Wilde ’28 and Talia Ehrenberg ’28 highlighted the experiences of two students from LA and their transitions back to Amherst.