Around the Herd: Oct. 8 to Oct. 11 in Athletics
In this week’s edition of Around the Herd: football beats Bowdoin, field hockey falls to Tufts, and men’s soccer bests Keene State.
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Presidential Scholar Talk Sees Full Red Room
Anthropologist, professor, and National Book Award winner Jason De León visited campus on Tuesday to discuss his 2024 book: “Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling.” De León discussed the portrayal of human smugglers, his upbringing, and his next book project.
Winterfest Canceled Due to Budget Restrictions
Due to the current economic environment — higher interest rates, ongoing inflation, and political uncertainties — which affects the College’s operating budget, the Winter Festival is canceled this year. The festival was established in 2012 and sponsored by the Office of the President.
Grab-n-Go Changes Improve Wait Times
Grab-n-Go has made several modifications in response to long wait times from the previous academic year. The attendant-served salad bar was replaced by tables with prepackaged sides and snacks, and entrees are now served off to the side in tinfoil wrap.
Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Oct. 8 to Oct. 14
Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition includes an alumni conversation on homelessness, a lecture on artificial intelligence’s effect on copyright laws, and a professor’s book celebration.
Campus Police Log: Sept. 30 to Oct. 6
The latest installment of the Campus Police Log, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6, can be found here.
First-Year Senators Share New Campus Ideas
In interviews with The Student, recently elected first-year senators shared ideas they hope to bring to AAS this coming year. Projects included improving social engagement on the First-Year Quad, encouraging more events in the Powerhouse, and a “student ambassador program.”