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A Snapshot of the Resilient Class of 2020

May 27, 2020 On May 31, the College will recognize and honor this year’s graduates from afar in a virtual Celebration of the Class of 2020. Here are some facts and figures about the students and the event.

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COVID in the Classroom

May 22, 2020 How four courses — biophysics, philosophy, biology and economics — took on the subject that pervades everyone’s mind.

Senior and Young Alum Win Scholarships for Graduate Study

May 20, 2020 Dakota Foster ’18 plans to pursue a law degree, while Joseph Lupo ’20 plans graduate study in high performance computing.

Valerie Jones Named Next Women's Volleyball Head Coach at Amherst College

May 26, 2020 Valerie Jones has been named the women's head volleyball coach at Amherst College, it was announced by Director of Athletics Don Faulstick.

COVID Conversations: Thinking Through the Pandemic

May 15, 2020 COVID Converstions: A series of live-streamed conversations addressing different facets of the pandemic's impact.

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Books on the Road: Frost Library Goes Remote

April 20, 2020 When COVID-19 forced students to learn remotely, one of the most basic elements of a college education was called into question: How do we get our books?

Martin Garnar is Named Director of the Library at Amherst College

April 27, 2020 Martin Garnar has been named director of the library at Amherst College, it was announced by Catherine Epstein, Provost and Dean of the Faculty.

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