The Amherst Student The Amherst Student
  • News
  • Features
  • Opinion
  • Arts & Living
  • Sports
  • Podcasts
  • Videos
  • Puzzles
  • About
  • Contact
Sign in Subscribe

Humanities

Thinking the Humanities: A CHI Cheat Sheet

Thinking the Humanities: A CHI Cheat Sheet

The Center for Humanistic Inquiry (CHI) is a hub for those interested in the humanities at Amherst to gather and explore their scholarship. The Student digs into the mission of the center and the importance of its programming, which includes weekly Wednesday salons.
Emma Burd '26 May 3, 2023
Mount Holyoke College To Phase Out German, Russian Majors

Mount Holyoke College To Phase Out German, Russian Majors

The Academic Priorities Committee at Mount Holyoke has motioned to discontinue the college’s German and Russian language programs, citing material constraints. Students have mobilized against the proposal, and Amherst German and Russian faculty also worry that foreign language is being devalued.
Noor Rahman '25 Apr 20, 2023

A Humanities Haven?

The Editorial Board considers Amherst’s relationship to and role within the current crisis of the humanities.
The Editorial Board Mar 22, 2023

Subscribe to The Amherst Student

  • Newsletter
  • About
  • Masthead
  • Submissions
  • Join
  • Advertise
  • Archives
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Search →
The Student Newspaper of Amherst College Since 1868 - © 2025 The Amherst Student