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2025-2026

Democracy Day Events Spark Student Engagement

Democracy Day Events Spark Student Engagement

To celebrate Constitution Day, the college sponsored a series of civic-engagement events, labeled “Democracy Day.” Events included the Civic Engagement Fair, an open dialogue hosted by Braver Angels, and a CHI Salon panel discussing democracy through a liberal arts lens.

Alum Offers Insight on Supreme Court Appeasements

Alum Offers Insight on Supreme Court Appeasements

Stephen Vladeck ’01 returned to his alma mater to discuss fears surrounding the erosion of the balance of power sparked by recent Supreme Court decisions under Trump. Vladeck attempted to appease student concerns, citing “guarded optimism” and trust in democratic safeguards.

AAS Candidate Statements for the Class of 2029 and Transfer Students

Class of 2029 candidates and Transfer Student candidates for the Association of Amherst Students’ senate elections on Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27, have submitted their statements. Speech Night will be held on Wednesday, September 24, at 8 p.m. in Johnson Chapel.

Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Sept. 24 to Sept. 30

Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition includes the Mead Art Museum’s 75th anniversary, the annual Fort River cleanup, and a plant shop hosted by the Office of Community Living.

Campus Police Log: Sept. 15 to Sept. 22

The latest installment of the Campus Police Log, from Sept. 15 to Sept. 22, can be found here.

Degree Times Two: Double Majoring in Math

Degree Times Two: Double Majoring in Math

Why do so many Amherst students who double major decide to study math as one of their two disciplines? Staff Writer Daphne Witherell ’27 spoke to students and faculty across the department about their experience with this phenomenon.

Quick Questions: What’s With the Jerseys in Val?

Over the summer, jerseys popped up in Val’s Russ Wing. Where did they come from? Assistant Features Editor Ava Nair ‘28 investigated this quick question by speaking with the Office of Student Affairs and Dining Services about the origin and future of the college apparel.