Town Adopts Bylaw Protecting Access to Gender-affirming Care Town employees and staff cannot disclose identifying information about people using gender-affirming services, as confirmed by a recent town bylaw.
Campus Police Log: Oct. 25 to 31 The latest installment of the Police Log, from Oct. 25 to 31, can be found here.
Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Oct. 25 to Oct. 31 Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week's edition features new investments in the town, Valentine Dining Hall tours, restorative circles about Israel/Palestine, and changes to late-night at Val.
Town Election To Center on Housing, Schools, and DEI The town of Amherst is preparing for its biennial election, which will usher in new city councilors, school committee members, library trustees, and Housing Authority representatives. Currently, only three Amherst students are registered to vote in the town of Amherst.
Flueckiger Steps Down as Head of Dining Services Joe Flueckiger, who has served as executive director of dining and hospitality services for more than six years, resigned earlier this week. He shared his reflections on his time in the role.
Faculty View, Discuss Data on Athletic Recruitment At their most recent meeting, faculty were presented data about athletic recruiting and its impact on the college’s admissions process. A productive discussion ensued, according to those present.
Social Impact Careers Panel Celebrates 60 Years Since JFK Speech As part of its broader celebration of President John F. Kennedy’s 1963 speech at Frost Library, the college hosted a panel of alumni who have pursued social impact careers. Kennedy’s speech commended the College’s commitment to public service.