Thoughts on Theses: Susannah Auderset ’23
Susannah Auderset ’23 is an architectural studies major writing a thesis on affordable housing in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Her thesis advisor is Chair of Architectural Studies Professor Gabriel A. Arboleda.
Features
Old News: This Week in 1921
In this edition of Old News, Managing Features Editor Sonia Chajet Wides ’25 peruses the March 21, 1921, issue, which includes a talk from a dorm’s namesake, Student Editorial Board updates, and more.
Staff Spotlight: Bilal A. Muhammad ’99
Bilal A. Muhammad ’99 works in Frost Library as the evening circulation student supervisor and specialist. He spoke with The Student about his role at Amherst, his podcast, and returning to the Pioneer Valley.
Campus Corners: Amherst Queer History Timeline
A timeline hanging in the QRC documents figures, groups, and pivotal moments in the history of queer people at Amherst. QRC staff reflected on their experience researching and designing the timeline, and their belief in its value.
Old News: This Week in 1976
In a new series, Managing Features Editor Sonia Chajet Wides ’25 uses a random number generator to look back on this week in Amherst’s history, through the lens of The Student. This week, she peruses the March 4, 1976 issue, with headlines eerily similar to 2023.
Breaking Down the AAS Budget
In light of recent AAS budgetary changes, The Student breaks down what the current figures are, explaining where the money goes and what of it is available to students.
Fresh Faculty: Frank Leon Roberts
Assistant Professor of English Frank Leon Roberts talks with staff writer Zane Khiry ’25 about the intersections of organizing and academics, and how he came to host “Bo's Barbershop and Books.”