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From the Red Room: Nov. 1 AAS Meeting Updates

On Monday, Nov. 1, the AAS held its sixth weekly meeting of the semester. Senators discussed Budgetary Committee requests, reviewed officer reports from President Angelina Han ’22 and Vice-President Basma Azzamok ’22, and appointed members to a series of new committees.

Fresh Faculty: Ren Wiscons

Ren Wiscons is an assistant professor of chemistry. She received her bachelor’s degree at Oberlin College, and completed a master’s degree and doctorate at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Campus Police Log: Oct. 26 to Nov. 1

The latest installment of the Police Log, from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, can be found here.

College Ends Legacy Admissions, Expands Financial Aid; Community Reacts

College Ends Legacy Admissions, Expands Financial Aid; Community Reacts

In an email sent to the college community on Oct. 20, President Biddy Martin announced that the college will end its legacy admission preference starting in the 2022-2023 academic year. The college will also implement an expanded and simplified financial aid program.

Resurgence of Party Culture Unleashes Rampant Vandalism

Resurgence of Party Culture Unleashes Rampant Vandalism

With the return to a fully populated college campus, students, administrators and campus safety officers have observed a dramatic shift in weekend culture. The resurgence of parties has coincided with an increase in reports of vandalism and alcohol overdose calls.

College Hosts First Family Day Since Pandemic Began

College Hosts First Family Day Since Pandemic Began

The college held its first in-person Family Day event in two years on Oct. 23. The outdoor celebration included various student performances, fall-themed New England food, pumpkin painting and a cozy evening around the campfire.

Women's Soccer Wins Again, Clinches NESCAC Regular Season Title

Women's Soccer Wins Again, Clinches NESCAC Regular Season Title

What’s the best way to honor women’s soccer’s six seniors and four super seniors? The Amherst College Bicentennial. Parents’ Weekend. A 5-0 shutout. And a NESCAC regular-season championship.