Ford in the Architect’s Eye
In an exclusive tour with The Student, Christoff Röttinger from Herzog & de Mueron, the
architectural firm behind the Ford Student Center, highlighted some hidden jewels in its design.
2025-2026
Nina Aagaard: Wholehearted Commitment
An oceanographic chemist, rock climber, and artist, whether she is detailing every step of a woodblock printing process or explaining the possibilities of synthetic molecules, Nina Aagaard commits wholeheartedly to everything she is passionate about.
Zabrina Adorno: Carving Her Own Path
For Zabrina Adorno, connection has always been at the heart of what she does. Spanning humanitarian work and helping other veteran students find community at Amherst, Adorno has never shied away from being her authentic self in pursuit of helping others.
Érica Ayala: ‘Why Not?’
Érica Ayala approaches every conversation, class, and opportunity with a spirit of infectious generosity. From La Causa to Frost Library, Érica has made her impact across Amherst through her commitment to community.
Humphrey Chen: Hands and Heart Full
Humphrey Chen has spent four years learning that every person carries their own world. Now, with a gentle soul and a full heart, he is ready to spend a lifetime honoring that truth for others as much as for himself.
Aidan Cooper: Exploring the Multitudes
Aidan Cooper’s immense creativity manifests not only in their evocative poetry, but in the many ways they contribute to campus — whether on stage with the widely beloved Mr. Gad’s House of Improv, as president of the Poetry Club, or through “Voices of the Class.”
Giovanna da Silva: Accidents of ‘Luck’
Giovanna da Silva defies the odds, questions the possibilities of reality, and shares her story of belief in education, dedication, and staying true to your beliefs.