Around the Herd: Sept. 24 to Sept. 30 in Athletics
In this week’s edition of Around the Herd: football beats Tufts, volleyball sweeps Hamilton, and field hockey blanks Colby.
2025-2026
Board of Trustees Town Hall Sees Improved Turnout
Last Friday, AAS hosted the Board of Trustees in a town hall panel discussion, aiming to help students better understand the board’s role in the college’s decision-making. The Trustees explained their role in college finances, how board meetings work, and answered pressing questions from students
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
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.