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Old News: 55 Years Since Dr. King’s Assassination

Old News: 55 Years Since Dr. King’s Assassination

This April 4, Managing Features Editor Sonia Chajet Wides ’25 revisits issues of The Amherst Student from the weeks surrounding Dr. King’s murder to explore the campus’ varied responses: from urgency and mourning, to fear and hope.

Spanish Department Centers Community Engagement

Spanish Department Centers Community Engagement

Following a 2017 grant, the Spanish Department has implemented a number of town engagement initiatives in its curriculum and student projects. Faculty hope that they can lead the way for other departments to bring the classroom into the community.

Staff Spotlight: Jason Williams

Staff Spotlight: Jason Williams

Jason Williams is the Director of Chemical and Laboratory Safety. He spoke about his work with chemicals from “cradle to grave” and his journey to this “niche” field of science.

Tapti Talks: Living with Chronic Illness

In this issue of “Tapti Talks,” Managing Opinion Editor Tapti Sen ’25 reflects on her experience with chronic illness and expresses her gratitude for the people at Amherst who’ve supported her.

Turtles, Eggs, and Rocks: Vietnamese Superstitions in Practice

Turtles, Eggs, and Rocks: Vietnamese Superstitions in Practice

Staff Writer Pho Vu ’23 proffers twelve bits of Vietnamese wisdom that might help you avoid bad luck (and, maybe the hiccups).

Litterbug: Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Litterbug: Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Cartoonist Quinn Nelson ‘25 contemplates a squirrel/biker showdown in the newest edition of Litterbug.

The American Punch Bowl — Dream Journal: Wednesday, April 5, 2023

The American Punch Bowl — Dream Journal: Wednesday, April 5, 2023

American Punch Bowl Cartoonist Alice Burg ’23 updates her Dream Journal with another cryptic entry.