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The Indicator x The Student: “Mango”

The Indicator x The Student: “Mango”

In this edition of The Indicator x The Student, accompanied by an art piece from Evelyn Chi ’25, this poem by Bea Agbi ’26 peels back the reluctant indulgence and visceral rediscovery of the mango’s raw, fibrous truth.

The Indicator x The Student: “Devour”

Through a takedown of productive day influencers, Brianna Zhang ’27 channels the voice of Jimmy the mayfly who lives a full, chaotic lifetime in under 24 hours. Explore this witty prose piece originally published in the Fall 2024 edition of The Indicator.

“Survivor”: Season 48, Episode 8, Reviewed

“Survivor”: Season 48, Episode 8, Reviewed

From the classic pole challenge to pleading for elimination votes, Columnist Vaughn Armour ’25 dives into the challenges, strategies, and new dynamics of this 48th season of “Survivor” as the show exits the group stage.

“Survivor”: Season 48, Episode 7, Reviewed

“Survivor”: Season 48, Episode 7, Reviewed

A dramatic double elimination shook up the game, setting the stage for major power shifts in the latest episode of “Survivor.” While new alliances form and old ones fracture, Columnist Vaughn Armour ’25 discusses how the post-merge chaos is just beginning.

The Indicator x The Student: “Christmas Gift”

Moving through shifting timelines and parallel Christmases, Sarah Wu ’25 leans into what it means to be unwrapped, consumed, and remembered — if only briefly — by someone who was never meant to stay. Originally published in the Fall 2024 edition of The Indicator.

The Indicator x The Student: “Fragment #2 (Lysis)”

In this edition of The Indicator x The Student, Aidan Cooper ’26 uncovers the relationship between faith and connection. Through imagery of water, roots, and blooming lotus flowers, Cooper reflects on how religion and relationship intertwine in the shaping of self.

Behind the Rhonda Cobham-Sander Annual Lecture

Behind the Rhonda Cobham-Sander Annual Lecture

Join Amherst in welcoming acclaimed poet, essayist, and cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib for the inaugural Rhonda Cobham-Sander Annual Lecture. Managing Arts & Living Editor Mila Massaki Gomes ’27 writes about this student-driven initiative and invites all to celebrate this milestone event.