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Amherst Adventures Abroad: Rudy Echavarría ’26

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

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

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

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.

Fresh Faculty: Emma Brush

Fresh Faculty: Emma Brush

Emma Brush is an assistant professor of law, jurisprudence, and social thought. Staff Writer Daphne Witherell ’27 spoke with Brush about her academic journey, experience as a Division I athlete, and advice for current students.

First-Year Senators Share New Campus Ideas

First-Year Senators Share New Campus Ideas

In interviews with The Student, recently elected first-year senators shared ideas they hope to bring to AAS this coming year. Projects included improving social engagement on the First-Year Quad, encouraging more events in the Powerhouse, and a “student ambassador program.”

Amherst Rural Student Enrollment Skyrockets

Amherst Rural Student Enrollment Skyrockets

The Class of 2029’s rural student enrollment increased by 37% after the college joined an intercollegiate recruitment network. Managing Features Editor Talia Ehrenberg ’28 and Staff Writer Sofia Angarita ’26 investigated the college’s strategy for improving rural student recruitment.