Student Squared: Zeynep Atabek ’28
In this edition of Student Squared, Staff Writer Gabby Miller ’29 speaks to Zeynep Atabek ’28 about studying math and philosophy, winning the Lip-Sync Battle, and what makes Amherst feel like home.
Features
New School Year Brings Changes in First-Year Advising
The college adopted a new first-year advising process for the class of 2029, shifting to in-person group meetings held during orientation. Managing News Editors Dylan Vrins ’26 and Anna Wang ’28 spoke to administrators and students about the motivations behind this change and initial reactions.
Hearts of the Herd: Love Advice for Spooky Season
Love is in the (chilly) air, Mammoths! From fall flings to solo Rave nights and last-minute couples costumes, resident romance expert Daisy Valentine returns with advice on spooky-season love, friendship, and what to do when your Marriage Pact match isn’t exactly ’til death do us part.
Amherst Adventures Abroad: Rudy Echavarría ’26
In this edition of Amherst Adventures Abroad, Staff Writer Brooke Ingemi ’26 spoke with Rudy Echavarría ’26 about his semester in São Paulo, where he immersed himself in Brazil’s language, culture, and community.
From Home to the Hill: Amherst Siblings’ Perspectives
In honor of Family Weekend, Managing Features Editor Mira Wilde ’28 and Staff Writer Savita Jani ’28 spoke with four pairs of Amherst siblings about applying to college together, carving out independence, and finding familiarity and support in each other on campus.
Old News: October in 1880
In this edition of Old News, Managing Features Editor Mira Wilde ’28 and Staff Writer Sofia Angarita ’26 examined an October 1880 issue of The Amherst Student, revealing debates of campus culture, comments on national politics, and traditions that defined Amherst nearly 150 years ago.
Northampton Joins Nationwide No Kings Protest
As cities around the country hosted No Kings Protests, Amherst students participated in demonstrations in Amherst and Northampton. Assistant Opinion Editor Caroline Flinn ’28 documented the Pulaski Park action.