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Local Immigration Attorney Counsels International Students

Last week, the college hosted local attorney Dan Berger to address the anxieties expressed by many international students after Trump’s election. While he provided practical advice to students, Berger also assured the crowd that there were no immediate concerns over the administration’s policies.

Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Feb. 13 to Feb. 19

Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Feb. 13 to Feb. 19

Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition features Professor Amelia Worsley’s new book launch, the college’s annual Winter Festival, and the annual Rappaport Lecture in Contemporary Art.

Campus Police Log: Feb. 11 to Feb. 16

The latest installment of the Campus Police Log, from Feb. 11 to Feb. 16 can be found here.

President Elliott Addresses Trump’s Orders at Faculty Meeting

President Elliott Addresses Trump’s Orders at Faculty Meeting

At the Feb. 7 faculty meeting, President Michael Elliott struck a defiant tone when outlining the college’s response to Trump’s executive orders. The meeting also included a faculty vote to change the academic course schedule for next fall.

Faculty Votes to Alter Course Schedule

Faculty Votes to Alter Course Schedule

On Friday, Amherst faculty approved a new course schedule that will include shorter courses and more available class times throughout the day. The changes aim to make better use of available classrooms while making certain courses more accessible to students.

College Makes $2.5 Million Donation to the Town of Amherst

College Makes $2.5 Million Donation to the Town of Amherst

On Thursday, the college made its largest donation to the Town of Amherst in recent years. Funds will be distributed to fire and police services, infrastructure, and the public school system, along with the construction of a new building.

AAS Votes to Dissolve Non-Profit Status

AAS Votes to Dissolve Non-Profit Status

At the AAS meeting last week, senators passed a resolution that seeks to end the group’s status as a non-profit corporation. The resolution promises to ease the legal burden on senators while improving the group’s efficiency.