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2023-2024

The Sabrina Statue: Looking Back, Looking Forward

The Sabrina Statue: Looking Back, Looking Forward

The Sabrina statue, a relic of Amherst traditions past, returns to campus this June. Contributing Writers Lilliana Delise ’24, Joline Fong ’26, and Anna Penner ’24 dive into the history of the statue — investigating the controversy and symbolism, and setting out rules for a hopeful future.

On the Second Amendment

Staff Writer Jeb Allen ’27 discusses the history of the Second Amendment and reflects on the relevancy of the Founding Fathers’ goals to America today.

CRESS Update: What New Leadership Might Mean for the Future of CRESS in Amherst

CRESS Update: What New Leadership Might Mean for the Future of CRESS in Amherst

On April 8, the town of Amherst hired Camille Theriaque as the new director of CRESS. Following up on a past article, Staff Writers Ana Mosisa ’24 and Nife Joshua ’26 investigate continuing issues in the program.

Epstein Exits: A Conversation on Her Tenure as Provost and Dean of Faculty

Epstein Exits: A Conversation on Her Tenure as Provost and Dean of Faculty

In July, Catherine Epstein will step down from her position as Provost and Dean of the Faculty and return to teaching in the history department. In this exit interview with The Student, Epstein reflects on her tenure and legacy.

Campus Safety Lacks Transparency and Student Voices

Campus Safety Lacks Transparency and Student Voices

Continuing his series on policing structures at Amherst College, Staff Writer Fritz Lalley ’25 discusses the Campus Safety Advisory Committee.

“The Black Experience”: Indictment No. 3

In the third installation of their Amherst Indictment series, Staff Writer Aaron Holton ’25 addresses feelings of ostracization faced by Black students within the Black community on campus.

Why Amherst Should Prioritize Entrepreneurship

Contributing Writer Alex Nichols ’26 encourages students to look towards entrepreneurship as a method of making an impact in the world.