Avi Helft: No Script Required
Avi Helft has mastered the art of listening. From storytelling to faith to a capella, he thrives in the spaces between questions and answers. He moves through the world shaping stories, rather than just living in them.
2025-2026
Rebekah Hong: Between Sound and Silence
Re-interpreting silence as an interdisciplinary mode of expression, Rebekah Hong has immersed herself in Amherst’s community of Khmer Rouge survivors, and will soon travel the world to expand her research.
Hedley Lawrence-Apfelbaum: A Modern Classic
Hedley Lawrence-Apfelbaum is a Marshall Scholar and future Harvard Law student who blends classic sensibilities with modern complexity — bridging eras, faiths, and perspectives to shape a reimagined vision of American leadership.
Nora Lowe: At the ‘Corps’ of Scientific Journalism
Nora Lowe’s storytelling instinct, paired with admirable rigor, has given Amherst — and the wider world — a writer to watch, read, and learn from. She is indefatigable!
Alexa Martinez: Receiving Care, Returning Care
From residence halls to emergency calls, Alexa Martinez has built her Amherst experience around being there for those around her, dedicating her time to mentorship, teaching, and service.
Kamil Mouehla: After the Afterparty
While Kamil Mouehla is well known and loved for his pivotal role in Amherst’s social scene, his distinctly compassionate and energetic approach connects all aspects of his life in ways most don’t see.
Noor Rahman: Building Her Own Community
Whether in her community organizations, The Amherst Student, or MSA, Noor Rahman can always be counted on for her commitment to her communities and for adapting to the unpredictable.