Faculty Discuss Responses to Grade Inflation
In response to national conversations about grade inflation, Amherst faculty in STEM and humanities departments are taking different approaches to re-evaluate what grades mean at the college.
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Amherst’s Town Council Calls For ICE Accountability
The Town of Amherst resolution advocates for condemning ICE’s unconstitutional actions against Massachusetts residents, affirming that federal agents are subject to state law, and ending an agreement that allows ICE to delegate some of its duties to local officers.
Rosenbrück Discusses Germany's Complacency in the Gaza War
In his four-part talk, Assistant Professor of German Jonas Rosenbrück discussed a redemptive trajectory of German history, the projection of its guilt onto Palestinian livelihood, perceptions of the war in Gaza among contemporary Germans, and possible changes for the country moving forward.
Robert Barnes ’21 — Racial History Project
LitFest 2026 — Feb. 26 - March 1
View the event information here.
Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Feb. 25 to Mar. 3
Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition includes Amherst's annual speaking competition, a talk by Doshisha University Professor of Economics Nobuko Kawashima, and a virtual restorative circle on team building.
Police Log: Feb. 17 to Feb. 24
The latest installment of the campus Police Log, from Feb. 17 to Feb. 24, can be found here.