On the Civil War’s sesquicentennial, a panel discussed the Civil War’s effects on the Amherst community.
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Amherst College panel discusses how Civil War affected town
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Egen’s newest book takes on unconventional and a diverse character lineup
Jennifer Egen presented her newest book at Amherst College yesterday to a packed auditorium eager to hear the novelist and journalist speak about her newest creation.
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Carolyn Martin new Amherst College president
Carolyn Arthur “Biddy” Martin, the former chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has assumed the reigns of the presidency of Amherst College. Martin, who’s the very first woman to lead the prestigious liberal arts college, was tapped to become the next president of the school in June by the college’s Board of Trustees. She arrived [...]
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Famous local poet celebrates 90th birthday
Richard Wilbur, professor at Amherst College and Pulitzer Prize winning poet, celebrated his 90th birthday with a party held in his honor.
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Hampshire College zips along in a rental car
Zipcar provides a cost-effective and environmentally-friendly alternative to owning a car: Will UMass be next in line?
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Frost Library hosts Amherst College faculty writers
The Frost Library of Amherst College, a fall book party recognizing new works by Amherst faculty in the humanities was held.
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Minutewomen start season in Connecticut
After having its home-opener rained out, the Massachusetts rowing team will head to Shelton, Conn., for the Head of the Housatonic. The event is one of the largest regattas in the country each year.
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Academy award winner Mark Boal speaks at Amherst College
After exploding onto the scene with his screenwriting Oscar for “Hurt Locker,” Mark Boal returned to his alma mater of Amherst College for to speak to a crowd of professors and students.
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Legendary Roots Crew rocks Amherst College
In front of a sold-out crowd at Amherst College on Saturday, The Legendary Roots Crew performed deftly, impeccably blending in styles from their own collection and influential hits of the past.
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