Theo Dassin: Racing to Save Democracy

Universally regarded as an infectious optimist, Theo Dassin has never seen a challenge too big for him to face.

Professor Martha Umphrey Prepares for Role as Provost and Dean of the Faculty

Professor Martha Umphrey, incoming chief academic officer at the college, is eager to develop curricular conversations about AI, meet individually with the chairs of each department, and further intertwine the humanities and STEM.

Gent Malushaga ’25 Elected AAS President

Malushaga won by a margin of around 80 votes in an election that was waged over email, on Fizz, and in the Val foyer. He ran on a platform of “Community. Transparency. Outreach.”

FAFSA Troubles Delay Enrollment Decisions

Admitted members of the class of 2028 will have two extra weeks to make their enrollment decision, amid the troubled rollout of the new FAFSA form. The college has still been able to provide prospective students with estimated aid packages.

AAS Budget Crunch Worries Club Sports Leaders

A smaller-than-normal budget has forced the AAS to scale back discretionary spending, leading some club sports teams to look elsewhere for funds.

Students Rally, Admin Expresses Concern Over Endowment Tax Bill

Following the introduction of a bill that would tax all Massachusetts colleges and universities with endowments over $1 billion, a group of students has rallied support for the bill, while administrators expressed concerns over the effect of the tax on financial aid and college operations.

Prices Increase in Cafes Across Campus

Following a 15 percent price increase in food options at the Frost Café and the Science Center Café due to rising inflation nationwide, students express frustration.

Senators, Audience Members React to AAS Impeachment Trial

After first-year senator Oscar Gosling ’27 resigned during his impeachment trial, the AAS’ second in less than a year, Gosling, senators, and spectators reflected on the trial and what it suggested about the state of the AAS.

First-year Senator Resigns During His Impeachment Trial

AAS Senator Oscar Gosling '27 resigned during his impeachment trial Wednesday. The proceeding was initiated after an associate used the AAS’ whole-class e-mail list to share a message about Gosling’s candidacy, which is prohibited by the AAS constitution.