Student Squared: Erica Ayala ’26
In this edition of Student Squared, Managing Features Editor Humphrey Chen ’26 interviews Erica Ayala ’26, a close friend of his, discussing her career goals, transition to Amherst, roles on campus, and more.
Features
The Evergreens: Home and Heart of the Dickinsons
This week, the Emily Dickinson Museum reopened The Evergreens, home to Austin and Sue Dickinson, after an extensive restoration. Chanelle Jaeger ’27 recounts her tour experience and explores the history of the house.
Remembering Black History Month at Amherst
Staff Writer Sarria Joe ’27 investigates what Amherst has done for Black History Month historically and explores the efforts of student organizations to create Black History Month events.
The Roommate Report: AnneKatherine Johnson ’27, Mabel Linck ’27, Maddy Walsh ’27
In the debut of her new column, “The Roommate Report,” Assistant Features Editor June Dorsch ’27 interviews three freshman roommates about their experience living together in Charles Pratt.
Thoughts on Theses: Fiona Anstey
In this week's Thoughts on Theses, Adela Thompson Page ’26 interviews Fiona Anstey ’24, a senior double majoring in math and geology. Her paleoclimate thesis requires extensive fieldwork and unexpected adventures.
AAPI Studies Major To Be Considered in a Faculty-Wide Vote After 52 Years of Effort
On May 11, 1972, in a letter to The Student, Asian and Asian American students at Amherst made the first call for an Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies major. 52 years later, the college has finally begun to listen.
Reflections and Insights: ACPD Returns to Val
Following student lobbying in 2021, ACPD offices were excluded from Valentine Dining Hall — they returned in Fall 2023. In an interview with President Elliott, Staff Writer Fritz Lalley ’25 discusses the administrative motivations for ACPD’s return.