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What’s The Vibe? Supporting Northampton Tenants, The Vibes Say

Smith College hosted the 42nd Annual Silver Chord Bowl one month ago inside John M. Greene Hall. This event is “the oldest and most respected collegiate a cappella showcase in the region,” according to the Northampton Arts Council, which co-hosted the event at Smith.

Among the groups who performed were the Smith College Vibes, who wore pins during their performance to demonstrate solidarity with the Northampton Tenants Association and draw attention to the Association’s advocacy for tenant rights amidst rent increases.

‘We’re Here to Stand Up for Our Democracy and Demand Justice’: ICE Out Protest in Amherst

On January 30, 2026, the people of Amherst and surrounding areas gathered on the Amherst Town Common for the “ICE Out” Protest. This protest was sparked by the recent killings by ICE in America, with 8 people dead in 2026 alone, not including the deaths while in custody. 

Unpacking Cromwell Day: Student and College Responses to Controversial Keynote Speaker

On Monday Nov. 17, a group of students hosted the Cromwell Day Student Town Hall in Weinstein Auditorium following heavy backlash regarding the events from…