Amherst College President

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Michael A. Elliott ’92

Meet President Michael A. Elliott. Watch videos of recent speeches and conversations, read statements and messages to the Amherst community, and more.

Amherst College President
President's Priorities: Student Community, Working at Amherst, and Serving the Greater Good

President’s Priorities for Amherst College

As we look to the future of Amherst, we seek to build on our extraordinary history in three core areas. 

President’s Priorities
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Amherst College Trustees

Meet the Amherst College Corporation and Board of Trustees. 

Corporation & Trustees
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Mission of Amherst College

Terras irradient—“Let them give light to the world.”
Read the College’s mission statement.

Mission Statement
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Senior Administration

Meet the College’s senior staff, who lead divisions, departments, and programs across the College.

Senior Administration