Mammoth Moments in Miniature: Oct. 4 to Oct. 11
Mammoth Moments in Miniature provides quick updates on campus happenings. This week’s edition features President Elliott's statement on Hamas's attack on Israel and further violence, and more.
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Campus Police Log: Oct. 4 to Oct. 10
The Latest installment of the Police Log, from Oct. 4 to Oct. 10, can be found here.
John Lithgow Speaks at Johnson Chapel Jones Library Fundraiser
The actor, songwriter, and author John Lithgow spoke at Johnson Chapel at a Sept. 30 fundraiser for the renovation of the town of Amherst’s Jones Library. He read from his work, entertained with humorous stories, and extolled the value of local libraries.
Val Relocates, Reduces Supply of Disposable Cups
Val has made to-go cups less accessible in the hopes of reducing unnecessary waste. Some staff say it is part of a larger plan to phase out all plastic and paper materials.
New Fellowship Adds to College’s Pro-Democracy Forces
The first cohort of the college’s new Democracy Fellows began their work this semester, joining a number of pro-democracy initiatives and organizations on campus. These include the Amherst College Students for Democracy student group and the Thinking Democratically faculty discussion group.
College Provides First Payments to ACEMS Members
Starting this semester, the college is paying members of the Amherst College Emergency Medical Services. The pay ranges from $500 per semester for starting ranks to $1400 for the highest possible rankings.
Campus Police Log: Sept. 27 to Oct. 3
The latest installment of the Police Log, from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3, can be found here.