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Staff Spotlight: Maria Grove

Staff Spotlight: Maria Grove

In this edition of Staff Spotlight, Staff Writer Gabby Miller ’29 spoke with Development Coordinator for the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership Maria Grove about where she grew up, her role at the college, and what it means to be a leader.

Local Lookout: The New Amherst Oyster Bar

Local Lookout: The New Amherst Oyster Bar

Amherst Oyster Bar is the new seafood-focused restaurant in town, attracting students, faculty, and locals alike. Assistant Managing Features Editor Ava Nair ’28 gives the inside scoop on the restaurant’s behind-the-scenes operations, including how it gets its constant oyster supply.

Amherst Survival Center: “An Antidote to Isolation”

Amherst Survival Center: “An Antidote to Isolation”

Since 1976, The Amherst Survival Center has devoted itself to meeting the needs of local residents. Staff Writer Olivia Law ’27 spoke with the center about how the organization connects with 10,000 community members each year.

Student Squared: Ella Watkins ’26

Student Squared: Ella Watkins ’26

In this edition of Student Squared, Contributing Writer Caroline Paluska ’29 interviews Ella Watkins ’26 about her quintessential liberal arts schedule, what she likes most about being on the soccer team, and her adventures abroad.

Degree Times Two: Double Majoring in Math

Degree Times Two: Double Majoring in Math

Why do so many Amherst students who double major decide to study math as one of their two disciplines? Staff Writer Daphne Witherell ’27 spoke to students and faculty across the department about their experience with this phenomenon.

Quick Questions: What’s With the Jerseys in Val?

Over the summer, jerseys popped up in Val’s Russ Wing. Where did they come from? Assistant Features Editor Ava Nair ‘28 investigated this quick question by speaking with the Office of Student Affairs and Dining Services about the origin and future of the college apparel.

Lessons From The Performative Male Contest

Lessons From The Performative Male Contest

Last Friday, Clairo, matcha, and feminist literature took the spotlight at Amherst’s first Performative Male Contest, hosted by AAS. Contributing Writer Luke Deeble ’29 reflects on satire and stereotypes as contestants embodied a popular culture archetype to the fullest.