Fighting for Equity in Education and Beyond — Alumni Profile, Julie Ajinkya ’03

As an expert in public and education policy, Julie Ajinkya ’03 is paving the way for racial and gendered justice in the world of higher education.

Fresh Faculty: Aisha Yusuf

Aisha Yusuf is a visiting assistant professor of economics. She received a bachelor’s degree in economics from the American University of Nigeria at Yola, a master’s degree in economics from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and a Ph.D. in economics at George Mason University.

Encontrando La Causa: 50 Years of Latinx Activism at Amherst

Using archival research, interviews with a number of alumni and current students, and information from panels and events, Karina Maciel ’25 traces the history of La Causa and 50 years of Latinx activism at Amherst.

A 50-year Fight for Belonging: The History of A/P/A Studies Advocacy at Amherst

The Student investigated the 50-year history of activism for an Asian/Pacific/American studies program at the college, speaking with students, professors, and alumni about their beliefs, activism, and hopes for the future of A/P/A studies on campus.

‘Time Stopped’: Amherst Reflects on Two Years of Covid

On this day, March 9, two years ago, the college announced it would switch to remote learning due to Covid-19. The Student asked members of the college community to reflect on what they’ve learned through the pandemic, what has changed in their lives, and how they see the world differently now.

Fresh Faculty: Mekhola Gomes

Mekhola S. Gomes is an assistant professor of history and Asian languages and civilizations. She received a bachelor’s degree with honors in history from St. Stephen’s College at the University of Delhi, and her master’s degrees and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Town of Amherst Moves Forward With Reparations for Black Residents

Following the Amherst Town Council’s June 2021 vote to establish a reparations fund for Black residents, the Town is implementing community engagement plans to develop a strategy through which the reparations will ultimately be distributed.

Fresh Faculty: Thirii M. Myint

Thirii M. Myint is an assistant professor of English. She received a B.A. in Literary Arts and International Relations from Brown University, an M.F.A. in Prose from the University of Notre Dame, and a Ph.D. in Creative Writing from the University of Denver.

From the Red Room: Nov. 29 AAS Meeting Updates

The AAS held its second to last meeting of the semester on Monday, Nov. 29. Senators discussed Budgetary Committee recommendations, concerns about the Omicron variant, and the possibility of providing Grammarly for free to all students.

From the Red Room: Nov. 1 AAS Meeting Updates

On Monday, Nov. 1, the AAS held its sixth weekly meeting of the semester. Senators discussed Budgetary Committee requests, reviewed officer reports from President Angelina Han ’22 and Vice-President Basma Azzamok ’22, and appointed members to a series of new committees.

From the Red Room: Oct. 18 AAS Meeting Updates

The Association of Amherst Students (AAS) discussed a new program called Amherst Superfan, their internal communication practices, and an upcoming hearing with the Judiciary Council in their most recent meeting on Oct. 18.

From the Red Room: Oct. 4 AAS Meeting Recap

The AAS held its third meeting of the year on Oct. 4, discussing new committee appointments, Budgetary Committee recommendations and the role that the Senate has in addressing controversial incidents across the Five Colleges.