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Epstein Exits: A Conversation on Her Tenure as Provost and Dean of Faculty

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

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.

Amherst Survivor: Cross-Campus Competition

Amherst Survivor: Cross-Campus Competition

Something new is sweeping campus: Amherst Survivor! Managing Features Editor June Dorsch ’27 explores how the game has been unfolding.

Religions of the Herd: Orthodox Christianity

Religions of the Herd: Orthodox Christianity

Being a practicing Orthodox Christian at Amherst can be difficult. Managing Features Editor Humphrey Chen ’26 delves into the limited resources and events available for religious minorities on campus.

Exploring Five College Students’ Experiences at Amherst

Exploring Five College Students’ Experiences at Amherst

Five College students are an essential part of the Amherst community, yet few know what their experiences are like. Staff Writer Olivia Law ’27 interviews students from across the Five Colleges to learn more about their experience taking Amherst classes.

Celiac-Safe: Gluten-Free Dining Challenges at Val

Celiac-Safe: Gluten-Free Dining Challenges at Val

Eating at Amherst with celiac disease has proven to be challenging for many students. Managing Features Editor June Dorsch ’27 investigates patterns of cross-contamination and mislabelling that increase the risk of eating at Val with gluten-free dietary restrictions.

A Potential Partnership with Amherst Public Schools

A Potential Partnership with Amherst Public Schools

As the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District faces up to $1.7 million in cuts to services, the town has expressed interest in a long-term financial agreement with the college. Staff writer Neil Kapur ’25 explores how the college could be a better neighbor to the public schools.