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Catherine Sanderson and a cover of her book The Positive Shift

Will This Make You Happy?

February 18, 2019 Psychology Professor Catherine Sanderson’s new book examines the body of research on well-being and offers scientifically proven tips for finding happiness.
Biddy Martin posing with two student on a ski lift during winter fest

The Return of Winter Fest

February 19, 2019 After a two-year hiatus, Amherst’s Winter Festival returned on Sunday night, Feb. 17, with a blizzard of events and treats.
Jackson Katz speaking at Amherst College

Men and #MeToo

February 07, 2019 When Jackson Katz, the renowned gender violence prevention educator, came to campus, Amherst men turned out strong.
Amherst students attending the Climate Action Change Trek in Boston

Change Is in the Air

February 05, 2019 The Loeb Center trekked students to Boston to learn about climate action jobs: they left with a thousand ideas for their future—and the world’s.
JinJin Xu standing on a crowded bridge connect Asia and Europe in Istanbul

Fifty Years of Learning Through Travel

January 15, 2019 For half a century and counting, the Watson Fellowship has given new Amherst graduates the chance to test their expectations and indulge their curiosity all over the globe.
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