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Democracy’s Doubters

by: Austin Sarat

Our commentator says there’s been an erosion of faith in the foundations of our political system.

Amherst College Sanctions X-Country Team Members Who Exchanged Offensive Messages

by: Kari Njiiri

A member of Amherst College’s Sexual Respect Task Force said she’s not sure if sanctions short of suspension from school are strong enough for members of the men’s cross country team. Some of them were caught exchanging racist, sexist and homophobic online messages.

The Short List: MA Transportation, Workers’ Buyout, ‘Vile’ Messages At Amherst College

NEPR'S WEEK IN REVIEW

by: Carrie Healy

Our panel looks at the big stories in the news.

By Spring 2017, ‘Lord Jeff’ Will Make Way For Official Amherst College Mascot

by: Jill Kaufman

It’s been nine months since Amherst College distanced itself from Lord Jeff, the controversial and unofficial school mascot. This week, the nomination process for the school’s first ever official mascot got underway.

Virtual Reality For The People

by: Karen Brown

An Amherst College English professor wants to bring “Virtual Reality” technology to community groups, schools, and political activists, starting with a basic cardboard and plastic kit.

‘Lord Jeff’ Is Not Out For Everyone

by: Karen Brown

While Amherst College has abandoned its unofficial mascot, some alumni say they will keep singing the Lord Jeff fight song on their own.

RELATED: Amherst College Boots Lord Jeff From Campus
IN-DEPTH: Amherst College’s Lord Jeff: An Example Of Tradition, Irony Or Hate?

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