James Desmond ’28 — Introduction

Hello! My name is James Desmond, I’m a First-Year (2028) from Abington, Massachusetts, a small South Shore town about 45-minutes from the South-end of Boston. I went to to a private High School in Dorchester, a neighborhood in South Boston, called Boston College High School. Because of that, I spent a lot of time in…Continue Reading James Desmond ’28 — Introduction

Diwali at Amherst

Dance performance by SASA E-Board

I’ve never celebrated Diwali without my family before. Diwali, a Hindu holiday known as the festival of light, symbolizes the spiritual victory of good over evil. This is one of the biggest celebrations in my family and I was, at first, saddened that I would be spending it at Amherst instead of my home. However,…Continue Reading Diwali at Amherst

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Amherst: Advice for High School Seniors

As a current first-year student at Amherst College, I’ve experienced the excitement, challenges, and growth that come with transitioning to college life. Reflecting on my journey so far, there are a few things I wish I had known before starting at Amherst. I hope this advice helps high school seniors who are about to embark…Continue Reading What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Amherst: Advice for High School Seniors

Litzy Castañeda ’28–Introduction

Hello everyone! My name is Litzy Castañeda, and I’m a first-year student (Class of 2028) from Bridgeport, California. I am currently pursuing a major in Psychology. In addition to my academic pursuits at Amherst, I contribute to The Amherst Student as a features writer. Outside of school, I enjoy volunteering with leadership and journalism-focused non-profits,…Continue Reading Litzy Castañeda ’28–Introduction