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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 Reacts to Charlie Kirk’s Murder

Campus Reacts to Charlie Kirk’s Murder

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk’s murder this past Wednesday has inspired intense discourse among students. Gun violence, political discourse, freedom of speech, and sympathy have been among recent topics of conversation.

Hastings Residents Settle, Recall Difficult Move-In

Hastings Residents Settle, Recall Difficult Move-In

Students reflect on the tumultuous Hastings Apartments construction after living in The Residences Extended Stay following a multi-week delay caused by final approvals for critical systems. Residents moved into the Hastings Apartments on Thursday.

Plimpton Renovations Receive Positive Student Feedback

Plimpton Renovations Receive Positive Student Feedback

After forcing residents to move out mid-semester, Plimpton renovations have been completed in time for Fall 2025 move-in. The renovations, which include replacing all windows and installing a new, accessible kitchen and laundry room, have received positive feedback from current residents.

Dining Services Unveil New Meal Plans for Fall 2025

Dining Services Unveil New Meal Plans for Fall 2025

This semester, students chose between five meal plan options. Rather than automatically being enrolled in “Gather Unlimited,” students were able to opt into three new plans: Gather Plus, Gather Select, and Gather Flex, while off-campus residents were offered the “Gather Connect” option.

Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Sept. 17 to Sept. 23

Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition includes the annual Amherst Downtown Block Party, AAS’ Performative Male Contest, and a new reusable dish borrowing initiative.

Amherst College Emergency Services Undergoes Policy Changes

Amherst College Emergency Services Undergoes Policy Changes

Due to changes to Massachusetts state law, students working for ACEMS will now operate as first responders instead of their previous classification as EMTs, and the medications that they are allowed to administer are limited.