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Homecoming 2017
Homecoming 2017
Photos by Maria Stenzel, Takudzwa Tapfuma ’17 and Young-Ji Cho ’18
Students gather at the Homecoming Bonfire for food, entertainment, give-aways, and a first look at the new College mascot on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017.
DASAC, a student dance group, performs at the Homecoming Bonfire.
A crowd of students gathered at the Homecoming Bonfire on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017.
A sea of cellphones capture the first sighting of the Mammoth.
Aerial view of Pratt Field at Amherst College.
Amherst football team members keep a close eye on the game action against Wesleyan.
Fans react during Amherst vs. Wesleyan football game.
Members of the women's basketball team, and President Martin (3rd from right) displaying their 2016-17 NCAA Division III National Championship rings
President Biddy Martin with members of the women's basketball team displaying their Championship rings
A student pile-up. Seats must have been at a premium at the football game!
This fan, sporting a temporary tattoo, is showing some well-placed Amherst spirit.
It's all about the food! These Amherst students are enjoying lunch during homecoming activities.
Members of the football team cheering for their teammates.
With 1:27 remaining on the clock, Amherst turned the game around to win 21-17.
Amherst fans react to the end of game action the propelled Amherst to a win.
An electrifying 51 yard touchdown rush by senior Hasani Figueroa meant a come-from-behind win for Amherst over Little Three rival Wesleyan.
Members of the football team barely containing their excitement during the Homecoming game against Wesleyan.
Amherst football players celebrating at the game on Oct. 21, 2017 against Wesleyan.
Senior Kevin Sheehan, no. 63, getting a congratulatory hug after the game.
Members of the baseball team gather to celebrate the newly renovated Memorial Field.
“A Conversation with President Biddy Martin” in Johnson Chapel.
An alumni poses a question to President Martin during the discussion session.
Listening to President Martin speaking in Johnson Chapel during Homecoming
Mike Kelly, Head of Archives & Special Collections, giving a talk about the College Mascot.
Mike Kelly, Head of Archives & Special Collections, making the "tusks up" gesture.
Alumni attend a celebration for actor Ken Howard ’66, their fellow classmate, held at the Kirby Memorial Theater.
Homecoming attendees enjoying the view of the Holyoke Range.
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