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College Opts Not To Approve J-Term for January 2023

College Opts Not To Approve J-Term for January 2023

No for-credit classes will be offered in January 2023, Provost and Dean of the Faculty Catherine Epstein told The Student. The decision follows the recommendation made by the Ad Hoc Committee to Evaluate the January Term, which identified a number of logistical and staffing issues with J-Term.

Campus Police Log: Oct. 4 to Oct. 11

The latest installment of the Police Log, from Oct. 4 to Oct. 11, can be found here.

Due to Budget Deficits, AAS Faces Depletion of Funds

Due to Budget Deficits, AAS Faces Depletion of Funds

The Association of Amherst Students is facing a significant depletion in its funds, due to reductions in the student activities fee — its only source of income — during the pandemic. The Budgetary Committee is considering stricter guidelines on discretionary spending to curtail the depletion.

Community Honors Memory and Legacy of Professor Franklin Odo

Community Honors Memory and Legacy of Professor Franklin Odo

John Woodruff Simpson Lecturer Franklin Odo passed away on Sept. 28. A renowned scholar and inspiring teacher, he left his mark on both the field of Asian American studies and the lives of many students.

Schwemm’s Set To Become Merch Store Before Plans Put On Hold

Schwemm’s Set To Become Merch Store Before Plans Put On Hold

This past week, the Schwemm’s Mammoth Market began to be converted into a merchandise shop, with hot food offerings eliminated. Plans to make the transition, which were met with concerns from workers, were suddenly canceled, however, with a final decision on the changes delayed until later.

Access to Amherst Makes Successful Return in Person Following Scramble for Hosts

Access to Amherst Makes Successful Return in Person Following Scramble for Hosts

Access to Amherst, a free fly-in program which introduces prospective applicants to the college’s campus, student body, faculty, and classes, took place in person for the first time since fall 2019 this past weekend, despite challenges in recruiting student hosts to accommodate the attendees.

Students Targeted by Phishing Attacks Impersonating President

Students Targeted by Phishing Attacks Impersonating President

Up until about two weeks ago, a handful of students and faculty members received text messages soliciting personal information from a sender claiming to be President Michael Elliott. The phishing attempts are part of a nationwide increase in cyber attacks against institutions of higher education.