Embracing Questions, Pursuing Truth — Alumni Profile, Elena Boley ’92 A medical officer in the Division of Urology, Obstetrics, and Gynecology at the FDA, Dr. Elena Boley ’92 has learned to embrace the grey.
From the Field to the Publishing Room: A Life in Literature — Alumni Profile, Niko Pfund ’87 From Iain Banks to Toni Morrison, Niko Pfund ’87’s lifelong interactions with literature have inspired his passion for communicating ideas through publishing.
From the NESCAC to the Major Leagues — Alumni Profile, Jared Banner ’07 Jared Banner ’07 spends life grounded in the present, learning as much as he can every day. In doing so, Banner has become the latest to join a long list of Amherst alumni serving in the most influential front office roles in Major League Baseball.
Fighting for Human Rights on the World Stage — Alumni Profile, Megan Carroll ’02 The seed for Megan Carroll’s ’02 passion for international service was planted in early childhood and has followed her through Amherst to her job today.
As Val Fully Reopens, Staffing Shortages Limit Options Valentine Dining Hall returned to full capacity on Oct. 20. While students are ecstatic about the return of lively Val, staffing shortages have resulted in a dearth of food options for students with dietary restrictions.
College Comments on Generous Budget of Bicentennial Party The college has not disclosed its spending on the Oct. 15 Bicentennial Party, which featured several extravagant amusements, from a ferris wheel to a performance by Grammy award-winning artist Common. The Student investigated the motivation behind the celebration, as well as the source of the funds.
Town of Amherst Goes to Vote on Town Council Seats, Jones Library Renovation The Town of Amherst held its biennial municipal election on Tuesday, Nov. 2. Positions on the Town Council, School Committee, and Housing Authority were on the ballot, among others. Voters also participated in a referendum on a proposed renovation of Jones Library.