Bread Euphoria

Managing Video Editor Cassidy Duncan ’25 films and interviews Mark Pollard, co-owner of Bread Euphoria Bakery & Café in Haydenville, MA.

Video: Somebody Who People Know

Managing Arts and Living Editor Cassidy Duncan ’25 interviews and films artist Jay Martin, co-owner of Phoenix Rising in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Student Cinema Shines in “Phases of a Daydream”

“Phases of a Daydream,” a feature-length film by Piper Mohring ’25 and Caden Stockwell ’25, premiered in Keefe Theater this weekend. Mila Massaki Gomes ’27 and Managing Arts & Living Editor Cassidy Duncan ’25 reflect on how the film’s strange world conveys the experience of loss.

Editors’ Picks: The Arts & Living Summer Roundup

Before the stress of the semester starts, the Arts & Living editors reflect on their favorite summer reads, listens, and watches.

Daksha Pathak: A Squash Star With an Eye for Architecture

Daksha Pathak ’23 brings an acute sense of intentionality to everything she does — from her play on the squash courts to her architecture thesis.

Passionate Determination: An Artistic Pursuit — Alumni Profile, Luis Torruella ’88

Discipline, dynamism, and captive creativity have fueled sculptor Luis Torruella ’88 in his pursuits.

Digital Art: Exploring the New Frontier

Reflecting on a summer visit to an immersive Gustav Klimt art exhibition in Vienna, Cassidy Duncan ’25 explores and questions the potential consequences of the digitized art world.

“Collecting 101”: The Art of Acquiring Art

“Collecting 101: Acquiring Art for the Mead” is an internship that helps select new pieces for the Mead Museum while studying the art of curation. Cassidy Duncan ’25 reflects on her experience with visiting art studios and presenting potential pieces for the Mead to the Amherst community.

The Mesmerizing Murals of Santurce, San Juan

The neighborhood of Santurce in San Juan is known for its vibrant street art. Cassidy Duncan ’25 discusses the rich history and culture of Puerto Rican murals, which she prompted to investigate during a spring break trip.