Breaking the Silence on Broken Washers
Assistant Opinion Editor Elaine Pan ’27 argues that the persistent laundry problems in Seelye Hall highlight the college’s broader failure to meet and actively respond to students’ basic needs.
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Satire: Anna and Isha’s Declassified Dorm Survival Guide
Assistant News Editor Anna Wang ’28 and Contributing Writer Isha Patel ’28 decide where they should live next year, weighing the pros and cons of each dorm.
Satire: Why Cohan Needs Its One-Room Doubles
As Cohan Hall transitions to single rooms, Contributing Writer Brenda Tenorio ’27 reflects on what’s being lost — what made this space more than just a dorm.
Housing Creates New “Herd Housing” System
Housing & Operations announced that the process of selecting triples and suites is now being replaced by the “Herd Housing” system, including a “Pod Housing” application where students can request to be placed in neighboring rooms.
Plimpton Residents Receive Mandatory Move-Out Order
Plimpton House residents received an email on Wednesday informing them of mandatory move-outs between now and March 21, the result of unusual mid-semester renovations.
Town of Amherst Updates Housing Production Plan to Address Affordable Housing Needs
The Town of Amherst is updating its Housing Production Plan as a tool to increase deed-restricted affordable housing in response to residents’ concerns about high housing costs.
College to Open Dorm Above Amherst College Store
The new dorm will include suites and in-unit kitchens and bathrooms, exciting students. But some town residents say it violates town zoning codes.