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An oceanographic chemist, rock climber, and artist, whether she is detailing every step of a woodblock printing process or explaining the possibilities of synthetic molecules, Nina Aagaard commits wholeheartedly to everything she is passionate about.
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For Zabrina Adorno, connection has always been at the heart of what she does. Spanning humanitarian work and helping other veteran students find community at Amherst, Adorno has never shied away from being her authentic self in pursuit of helping others.
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Érica Ayala approaches every conversation, class, and opportunity with a spirit of infectious generosity. From La Causa to Frost Library, Érica has made her impact across Amherst through her commitment to community.
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Humphrey Chen has spent four years learning that every person carries their own world. Now, with a gentle soul and a full heart, he is ready to spend a lifetime honoring that truth for others as much as for himself.
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Aidan Cooper’s immense creativity manifests not only in their evocative poetry, but in the many ways they contribute to campus — whether on stage with the widely beloved Mr. Gad’s House of Improv, as president of the Poetry Club, or through “Voices of the Class.”
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Giovanna da Silva defies the odds, questions the possibilities of reality, and shares her story of belief in education, dedication, and staying true to your beliefs.
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Ben Davis’s genuine curiosity and love of life elevates his sparkling natural ability and tenacious work ethic, propelling him into the rarefied Keasbey Scholar and All-American ranks while rendering him the ideal person to share a story with.
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Willow Delp’s life at Amherst is defined by care and activism — through their column “Anti-Ableist Amherst,” their research on racial injustice, and their efforts dedicated to establishing safe spaces across campus.
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Shane Dillon, former AAS president and talented campaign manager for local politicians, sees Amherst as a place where he explored faith, queerness, and politics.
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Connor Farquhar is a man whose interests precede him. This is the story of how they have guided him through his college career, and how they have made him into the icon that he is today.
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