Growing Up Segregated
Staff Writer Rizwan Ayub ’27 reflects on growing up in the segregated suburbs of Long Island and examines how these early experiences shaped his understanding of race, class, and privilege.
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Using the Good Silver
Staff Writer Hailey Yoon ’28 reflects on the quiet blessings of daily life, arguing that recognizing the fragility and luck of our circumstances transforms ordinary routines into moments of profound gratitude and presence.
The Moment We Are In
Staff Writer Shane Dillon ’26 confronts the dissonance of coming of age amid institutional decay, arguing that dialogue without pressure breeds apathy and that this moment demands courage beyond comfort.
Anti-Ableist Amherst: Notes From An Ex-Epileptic
Managing Opinion Editor Emeritus Willow Delp ’26 reflects on life after epilepsy, arguing that medical remission does not erase the social and political barriers that continue to marginalize disabled people in an ableist society.
For the Love of the Game: Beyond “Heated Rivalry”
You have probably heard of “Heated Rivalry,” a show depicting the romance between two hockey players that has taken the world by storm. In light of the series’ popularity, Contributing Writer Irisa Teng ’29 shares sports media recommendations that make up for elements “Heated Rivalry” missed.
Memos From the Film Society: “The Testament of Ann Lee”
Staff Writer Harry Finnegan ’28 shares his thoughts on “The Testament of Ann Lee,” a musical biopic about the female leader of the Shaker movement. In his review, Finnegan discusses the integrity of the plot, as well as the performances of the actors and the director's creative choices.
Woolly Fashion: Ivan Contreras and Michelle Lee
In this edition of Woolly Fashion, Justin Vasquez ’28 spotlights two beloved and stylish campus icons: Professor Ivan Contreras and Professor Michelle Lee. Both professors reflect on how their cultural identities and hometowns have shaped their fashion today.