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Michael Elliott

Elliott Outlines Priorities at “State of the College” Address

Elliott Outlines Priorities at “State of the College” Address

President Michael Elliott delivered his annual “State of the College” address at the AAS’ weekly meeting on Monday. Elliott discussed the pressure the college currently faces from the federal government while emphasizing the values he would like to see in the Amherst community.

College Joins Amicus Brief Challenging Visa Revocations

College Joins Amicus Brief Challenging Visa Revocations

Last week, the college announced it had joined 85 other institutions in filing an amicus brief in federal court challenging the visa revocations of various international students across the country.

Elliott Addresses Fears Surrounding Academic Freedom

Amid ongoing fears surrounding federal intervention in higher education, Editor-in-Chief June Dorsch ’27 spoke with President Michael Elliott about the roots of these attacks and how Amherst will be affected by the current administration’s agenda.

Sitze, Elliott, Discuss Academic Freedom in the Wake of Trump’s Inauguration

Sitze, Elliott, Discuss Academic Freedom in the Wake of Trump’s Inauguration

In a webinar open to students on Monday, Professor of Law, Jurisprudence, and Social Thought Adam Sitze defined academic freedom, explored its history, and discussed the ways in which it can be protected in today’s political age.