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AAS Candidate Statements for 2025-2026 Senators

2025-2026 candidates for the Association of Amherst Students’ senate elections on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, have submitted their statements. Speech Night will be held on Wednesday, April 23, at 8 p.m. in the Cole Assembly Room.

Amherst Reaffirms Its Sanctuary City Status Ahead of Trump’s Term

Amherst Reaffirms Its Sanctuary City Status Ahead of Trump’s Term

After the town restated its commitment to not sharing the immigration status of detainees with federal officials, The Student spoke with Assistant Professor of Religion Lloyd Barba and students from his class on the history of the sanctuary movement.

Elliott and Tissi-Gassoway Field AAS Questions on Preparations for Trump’s Term

Elliott and Tissi-Gassoway Field AAS Questions on Preparations for Trump’s Term

At the AAS’ weekly meeting, Elliott and Tissi-Gassoway answered senators’ questions about the College’s positioning for potential new policies under the Trump administration.

Conservative Historian Sir Niall Ferguson Discusses Trump, Information Networks in Final Point/Counterpoint Event

Conservative Historian Sir Niall Ferguson Discusses Trump, Information Networks in Final Point/Counterpoint Event

The eminent historian discussed themes from his most recent books about networks and catastrophes while arguing that portrayals of Trump as a fascist are mistaken.

College Hosts Panel on Implications of Trump’s Immigration Policies

College Hosts Panel on Implications of Trump’s Immigration Policies

Experts from inside and outside the college gathered to advise international students on the incoming changes to the immigration landscape under Trump.

Ross Douthat Kicks Off Point/Counterpoint Series

Ross Douthat Kicks Off Point/Counterpoint Series

The conservative New York Times columnist Ross Douthat discussed the factors that swung the election towards Trump and decried the lack of intellectual diversity on college campuses.

Students Rally in the Wake of Trump’s Victory

Students Rally in the Wake of Trump’s Victory

At a rally on the quad on Friday, students shared outrage over Trump’s victory and fear about the implications of his second term, while also calling for resistance and hope.