Jay Lassiter: A Committed Student and Caring Teammate
Jay Lassiter’s time on the golf team and in the classroom has been formative in his time at Amherst. Preparing to attend law school next year, Jay’s absence will be felt.
Features
Sam Spratford: At the Intersection of Theory and Practice
Whether in reporting for The Student, organizing, or moshing at hardcore shows, at the center of everything Sam Spratford ’24 does is a genuine care for and curiosity about the world.
Community Cooking: A Warm Welcome from East Gables
Next to Pratt Field lies East Gables — an affordable housing development that opened last fall. Assistant Features Editor Olivia Law ’27 takes a trip to an East Gables cookout, learning about the building, its residents, and the community they have created.
The Sabrina Statue: Looking Back, Looking Forward
The Sabrina statue, a relic of Amherst traditions past, returns to campus this June. Contributing Writers Lilliana Delise ’24, Joline Fong ’26, and Anna Penner ’24 dive into the history of the statue — investigating the controversy and symbolism, and setting out rules for a hopeful future.
CRESS Update: What New Leadership Might Mean for the Future of CRESS in Amherst
On April 8, the town of Amherst hired Camille Theriaque as the new director of CRESS. Following up on a past article, Staff Writers Ana Mosisa ’24 and Nife Joshua ’26 investigate continuing issues in the program.
Epstein Exits: A Conversation on Her Tenure as Provost and Dean of Faculty
In July, Catherine Epstein will step down from her position as Provost and Dean of the Faculty and return to teaching in the history department. In this exit interview with The Student, Epstein reflects on her tenure and legacy.
Campus Safety Lacks Transparency and Student Voices
Continuing his series on policing structures at Amherst College, Staff Writer Fritz Lalley ’25 discusses the Campus Safety Advisory Committee.