The Indicator x The Student: “Strokes of Vermilion”
Featured in the Fall 2025 issue of the Indicator, Sarria Joe ’27 shares “Strokes of Vermilion,” a story about the pain of lost love and making the choice of prioritizing independence over intimacy.
2025-2026
In a Pickle — Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Play the new crossword now!
Around the Herd: April 15 to April 20 in Athletics
In this week’s Around the Herd: baseball wins series against Williams, softball splits doubleheader against Springfield, and lacrosse falls to Middlebury.
Hampshire College to Permanently Close
Hampshire College announced that it will permanently close by the end of the fall 2026 semester. Declining enrollment and debt tied to the land were some of the factors that led to the Board of Trustees' decision on Tuesday.
College Announces Record-Low Admit Rate
According to the released data, the acceptance rate for the class of 2030 was 6.78%. The data reveal a record number of rural admitted students and a record high number of international applicants.
Professor of History Delivers Annual Lazerowitz Lecture
Last Thursday, Assistant Professor of History and Asian Languages and Civilizations George Qiao delivered the 2026 Lazerowitz Lecture. Drawing on his upcoming book on the Shanxi merchants, Qiao argued that the Qing frontier expansion transformed China’s economy and social life.
“Life of the Mind” Showcases Faculty Research
On Thursday, the annual event “Life of the Mind” took place in Converse Hall, with a reception aimed at celebrating the scholarship and creative work of Amherst faculty and staff. Exhibitions ranged from themes ranging from life and physical sciences to art and philosophy.