Thoughts on Theses: Jacqueline Kim ’23 Jacqueline Kim ’23 is an English major who wrote a novella titled “A Swift Boat, A Wide Sea” for her creative-writing thesis. Her thesis advisor is Assistant Professor of English Thirii M. Myint.
Staff Spotlight: Michael Riley Mike Riley is a custodian at the college who most often works in the Science Center. In this interview, Riley shared stories from his life before Amherst and reflected on how he has learned and used the kindness that so many know him for.
Thoughts on Theses: Will DeGroot ’23 Will DeGroot ’23 is a mathematics and computer science double major. His thesis works toward answering a “big open question” within the field of abstract algebra called the Galois embedding problem. In collaboration with the Amherst STEM Network.
Staff Spotlight: Jason Williams Jason Williams is the Director of Chemical and Laboratory Safety. He spoke about his work with chemicals from “cradle to grave” and his journey to this “niche” field of science.
Thoughts on Theses: Susannah Auderset ’23 Susannah Auderset ’23 is an architectural studies major writing a thesis on affordable housing in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Her thesis advisor is Chair of Architectural Studies Professor Gabriel A. Arboleda.
Thoughts on Theses: Patrick Spoor ’23 Patrick Spoor ’23 is a music major who recently completed their vocal performance thesis, “Einheitswanderschaft.” They play the part of a wandering soul who, through a collection of songs, seeks the greater purpose of “Einheit” — unity or oneness.
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Phillips Michelle Phillips is a Cash Operations Supervisor who currently works at Grab-n-Go. She spoke on her 30 years working at Amherst, Pride, birdhouses, coaching sports, and her advice for Amherst students.