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disability justice

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Anti-Ableist Amherst: Beyond Accommodations

In this edition of “Anti-Ableist Amherst,” Assistant Opinion Editor Willow Delp ’26 argues that accommodations, though important, are not enough to bring about disability justice at the college.
Willow Delp '26 Oct 25, 2023

Me, My Cane, and I: Using a Cane at Amherst College

Staff Writer Willow Delp ’26 narrates the joy that their cane has brought them while they live with chronic pain.
Willow Delp '26 May 3, 2023

Tapti Talks: Living with Chronic Illness

In this issue of “Tapti Talks,” Managing Opinion Editor Tapti Sen ’25 reflects on her experience with chronic illness and expresses her gratitude for the people at Amherst who’ve supported her.
Tapti Sen ’25 Apr 5, 2023
Staff Spotlight: Larissa Hopkins

Staff Spotlight: Larissa Hopkins

This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Q: What initially got you interested in this work and where were you before Amherst? A: My experience at Hamilton College as an undergraduate student really opened me up to the world of power, privilege and oppression, individual identities, the complexities
Rebecca Picciotto Apr 6, 2021

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