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Faculty Vote to Amend Statement of Academic and Expressive Freedom

Faculty Vote to Amend Statement of Academic and Expressive Freedom

In the wake of recent threats from the executive branch to colleges across the country, the faculty voted last Friday to amend the college’s statement on Academic and Expressive Freedom by emphasizing the college’s commitment to protecting these rights in the midst of governmental threats.

President Elliott Addresses Trump’s Orders at Faculty Meeting

President Elliott Addresses Trump’s Orders at Faculty Meeting

At the Feb. 7 faculty meeting, President Michael Elliott struck a defiant tone when outlining the college’s response to Trump’s executive orders. The meeting also included a faculty vote to change the academic course schedule for next fall.

Faculty Votes to Alter Course Schedule

Faculty Votes to Alter Course Schedule

On Friday, Amherst faculty approved a new course schedule that will include shorter courses and more available class times throughout the day. The changes aim to make better use of available classrooms while making certain courses more accessible to students.

Two-thirds of Faculty Vote in Favor of Divestment Resolution

Two-thirds of Faculty Vote in Favor of Divestment Resolution

The nonbinding resolution calls for the college to divest from weapons companies that support Israel’s war in Gaza. The vote came a week after the AAS passed a similar resolution calling for divestment from a larger set of corporations.

College to Cover Costs of Course Materials at New Bookstore

College to Cover Costs of Course Materials at New Bookstore

A new initiative providing all course materials to students at no up-front cost was announced to the faculty on Nov. 7. The materials will be distributed out of the former A.J. Hastings storefront, which the college plans to lease.

Reflecting on Two Years of Education Studies

Reflecting on Two Years of Education Studies

Two years after the creation of the Education Studies program at Amherst, Contributing Writer Guilherme Santos ’24 reflects on how the program has built community and opportunities for engaging in the study of education.

Faculty View, Discuss Data on Athletic Recruitment

Faculty View, Discuss Data on Athletic Recruitment

At their most recent meeting, faculty were presented data about athletic recruiting and its impact on the college’s admissions process. A productive discussion ensued, according to those present.