Campus Police Log: Nov. 29 to Dec. 6
The latest installment of the Police Log, from Nov. 29 to Dec. 6, can be found here.
News
Quarantine Reflections from the Rodeway Inn
The Student interviewed several students who have been quarantined this semester after testing positive for Covid about their time in isolation. Students reported a variety of experiences, ranging from satisfaction with the resources provided to social and academic isolation.
Melissa Murray Discusses Racial and Reproductive Justice
The college hosted the third event of its Fall 2021 Point/Counterpoint Series on Nov. 30, featuring Melissa Murray, a professor of law at New York University, in a conversation on reproductive justice and the racist origins of laws.
Denial of Remote Learning Prompts Accessibility Concerns
Although many students have welcomed the college’s return to fully in-person learning, some students have requested to learn remotely due to personal circumstances. The college has denied all such requests, however, citing the importance of residential experiences to an Amherst education.
From the Red Room: Nov. 29 AAS Meeting Updates
The AAS held its second to last meeting of the semester on Monday, Nov. 29. Senators discussed Budgetary Committee recommendations, concerns about the Omicron variant, and the possibility of providing Grammarly for free to all students.
Thoughts on Theses: Sage Innerarity
Sage Innerarity is a double major in English and American studies. She is writing her thesis on Indigenous creation stories and tribal histories from her home community. Her thesis advisor is Professor of English and American Studies Lisa Brooks.
Campus Police Log: Nov. 18 to Nov. 28
The latest installment of the Police Log, from Nov. 18 to Nov. 28, can be found here.