An Open Letter to Amherst College

Dear Amherst community, Over this past year, Amherst has gone through trying times. Angie’s story shook us to our core, as we were exposed to our own imperfections — as people and as a school. Although it is saddening that such a heartbreaking story was needed to wake us up, I feel there has been a profound shift in our attitude and perception. The question of “community” has gone from an elusive thought, to the guiding principle of our actions. Though we have a long road ahead — from ending se

Will Savino: An Enthusiastic Endorsement

When this race began, I was not going to give a public endorsement. Although it is usual for a president to endorse a candidate, I believed my role as president was to stay above all the politics. Nevertheless, over this past week, as I have watched the presidential elections skew towards the question of the need to have AAS experience, I decided to take my own experience, and endorse the person I believe would be perfect for the job. As I read Chris Friend’s latest article in The Student, this

Amherst Student Government Welcomes You to College

Hi, Class of 2016 and new transfers! Welcome to Amherst! The whole Amherst community has been excitedly gearing up to welcome you all. First, let me introduce myself. My name is Tania Dias. I am a Black Studies major, and I am the President of the student body. I come from Lisbon, Portugal, I am a huge Federer fan (shout-out to all the tennis fans out there), and I am an avid milk drinker! I am currently a Big Sister for the Big Brothers Big Sisters program sponsored by the Center of Community