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Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Jan. 29 to Feb. 5

Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Jan. 29 to Feb. 5

Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition features signing panels for the New Student Center, Maple Tree Tapping at Book & Plow, and National Girls & Women in Sports Day.

Campus Police Log: Jan. 27 to Feb. 3

>> Jan. 27, 2025 6:31 a.m., Power/Co-Gen Plant ACPD responded to a fire alarm. Cause of activation was confirmed to be accidental by a contractor. 11:20 a.m., Converse Hall An individual reports being illegally audio recorded. Investigation is open. >> Jan. 28, 2025

College Sued by Former Employees Over Wage Dispute

College Sued by Former Employees Over Wage Dispute

Two former Amherst College employees are suing the college for alleged violations of the Massachusetts Wage Act — paying exempt employees monthly without offering other payroll options, according to the complaint.

Construction to Begin on New Town Elementary School

Construction to Begin on New Town Elementary School

Two elementary schools in Amherst are set to be replaced by the new Fort River Elementary School, which contractors will begin construction on this month.

Town of Amherst Updates Housing Production Plan to Address Affordable Housing Needs

Town of Amherst Updates Housing Production Plan to Address Affordable Housing Needs

The Town of Amherst is updating its Housing Production Plan as a tool to increase deed-restricted affordable housing in response to residents’ concerns about high housing costs.

Campus Police Log: Dec. 10 to Jan. 26

The latest installment of the Campus Police Log, from Dec. 10 to Jan. 26, can be found here.

New AAS Initiative Helps Students Carpool

New AAS Initiative Helps Students Carpool

In response to student difficulties getting rides from campus for breaks, the AAS has rolled out a new rideshare spreadsheet this semester. The initiative aims to connect students and allow them to carpool to nearby airports.