UMass Encampment Joins Nationwide Student Protests An encampment of roughly 40 tents and over 100 people was constructed on the UMass campus on Monday.
Amherst College Store Celebrates a Soft Opening The new store, housed in the old A.J. Hastings storefront on South Pleasant Street, primarily offers college merchandise, including a number of new designs. It also sells school supplies, snacks, and even printers.
President Addresses Protests and Police at Faculty Meeting At the April 26 faculty meeting, Elliott said he could not commit to ruling out police presence at future protests, but said it would always be a last resort. He also announced this year’s honorary degree recipients.
Indigenous Lacrosse Player Explores Cultural History of Sport Neal Powless, former All-American and professional lacrosse player who coaches a European national team, came to campus on April 29 to discuss the cultural relevance of lacrosse following a screening of the film “Crooked Arrows.”
College Hosts Inaugural Earth Fest The college’s first Earth Fest celebrated sustainability, trees, and eco-friendly practices with music, education tables, and a free clothing giveaway.
Amherst Survivor: Cross-Campus Competition Something new is sweeping campus: Amherst Survivor! Managing Features Editor June Dorsch ’27 explores how the game has been unfolding.
Religions of the Herd: Orthodox Christianity Being a practicing Orthodox Christian at Amherst can be difficult. Managing Features Editor Humphrey Chen ’26 delves into the limited resources and events available for religious minorities on campus.