Meet the College’s Newest Professors
A metamorphic geologist, a labor and public economist and a German-language medievalist are among 10 brilliant scholars joining the faculty this year.
The Groove Fund: Supporting the Connective Power of Art
Established by Matt Popoli ’98, P’23, and his wife, Paula P’23, the Groove Fund promotes the study of dance, theater and the humanities at Amherst. Matt, an economics major and football player while at the College, was inspired to create the Fund by Amherst’s open curriculum.
Kay Bradley ’04 Wants You to Love Soccer as Much as She Does
At a time when U.S. Soccer is in possession of the global spotlight, a former Amherst player is captaining the effort to give the sport the attention it deserves at home.
Tracking the Tiny Toxins
When it comes to innovative science, it’s never a surprise to find an Amherst student at the center of it. Take Nicole Vandal ’21, who was part of a team conducting first-of-its-kind research into microplastic pollution on Cape Cod this summer.
“The World (Mostly) Didn’t Forget About Me!”
Carmella de los Angeles Guiol ’09 took a sabbatical from social media for one full year. In a recent piece for Self magazine, she discusses her experiences from the other side.
Football Game Photo Makes Sports Illustrated “Best of All Time” List
Can you guess which Amherst gridiron image was recognized by the famous magazine? Hints: It was taken in 1958, and it does not involve a certain institution to the east of the College.
“Take the Uncertainty You Have and Jump In with Both Feet”
That’s the greatest piece of advice biology professor Marc Edwards says he received in his career. Now he passes it along to his own students. In a video by Noni Akintunde ’22, Edwards talks about his role as a teacher and mentor, his passion for his work and his reaction when young scientists “find answers to their own questions.”