College Commits to Climate Goals — President Biddy Martin is among more than 1,200 leaders to
sign a new statement about the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement.
Three Alumni Join Board of Trustees —
Jeffrey L. Bleich '83,
Phillip A. Jackson '85 and
Sarah Bloom Raskin '83 will each serve a six-year term beginning July 1.
Scenes from Reunion 2017 — From an opening reception at the Beneski, to a mini-reunion at the Robert Frost statue, to a film screening and Q&A with Jeffrey Wright '87 and much more, browse through our
photo galleries and read a
recap of the big weekend.
Amherst Recognized for Economic Diversity — A
New York Times annual survey listed the College as the
most diverse private institution—and most committed to economic diversity.
Mazur at the Mead — Every year, art teachers show his work to their students. Now, a new Mead Art Museum exhibition recalls the work of the late
painter and printmaker Michael Mazur '57.
The Students Behind the QRC — As Saren Deardorff '17 and Nayah Mullings '17 embark on life after Amherst, they leave behind a
legacy of unparalleled dedication and unwavering support for the Queer Resource Center and the LGBTQ community on campus.
Record-Breaking Season for Softball — For the first time in program history, the Amherst softball team won NCAA regional and super regional titles before eventually falling to Williams in the double-elimination tournament of the
NCAA final eight.
Support What You Love About Amherst —
Make a gift to the Annual Fund by June 30 in support of what you love about your Amherst experience: lifelong friendships, excellent faculty, the competition you found on the fields, or the joy of performing on stage. Every gift makes a difference and ensures that Amherst remains exceptional. Thank you for helping us reach our goal of 2,600 new donors this month and for all you do for the College!
