Efficiency or Education? Frost Confronts Generative AI
As the College rolls out institutional access to generative AI tools, Managing Features Editor Talia Ehrenberg ’28 examines what the change means for research, learning, and campus resources.
Features
Hearts of the Herd: A Guide to Valentine’s Day
Struggling with mixed signals from a love interest? Grappling with long distance on the most romantic day of the year? Wondering what to do as a singleton on the dreaded Feb. 14th? Daisy Valentine has returned to tend to the woes and wishes of Amherst students.
Humans of Amherst: Warmth
Inspired by Brandon Stanton’s “Humans of New York,” Staff Writer Hannah Feng ’28 launches the first installment of a new column, Humans of Amherst. This photo series debuts a collection of portraits highlighting the people of Amherst and the simple things that keep them warm.
Shoveling through the Storm: Custodial Perspectives
After Winter Storm Fern blanketed Amherst with 17 inches of snow, Staff Writer Matthew Fisher ’26 spoke with administrators about the custodial and grounds crews who worked around the clock to keep campus safe and accessible.
Winter Break in Minneapolis: City Under Attack
As ICE continues to reign terror on the streets of Minneapolis, Managing Features Editors Talia Ehrenberg ’28 and Belaine Mamo ’27 spoke to Amherst students and parents from the area on their experiences during January break.
Translating Across Campuses: The Five College Center Platforming Under-Instructed Languages
Amid cuts to language programs across the country, opportunities for a solution might be in our backyard. Managing Features Editor Belaine Mamo ’27 spoke to the director of the Five College Center for the Study of World Languages for more information on its beginnings, functions, and future.
Stalking on Campus: Uncovering Student Experiences
Each year, Amherst reports cases of campus stalking — however, rarely are the experiences of those affected shared beyond the data. Staff Writer Olivia Law ’27 spoke to students about their stories and frustrations navigating Amherst’s support system and external bureaucratic structures.