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Avengers: Infinity War review (spoiler-free)

Avengers: Infinity War review (spoiler-free)

John Coakley, Contributor May 6, 2018
Marvel delivers an epic adventure 10 years in the making.
A view of Paris. (Sifa Kasongo/Amherst Wire)

I forgot my native language, so I learned it again

Sifa Kasongo, Writer May 3, 2018
Everything I’ve done so far has contributed to me getting where I am with my French today, but I think the one thing that really moved me to the next level was studying abroad.
CNN anchor Jake Tapper will speak at this years Commencement, Friday, May 11.

Q and A with Jake Tapper

Henry Brechter, Campus News Editor May 3, 2018
This year's commencement speaker talks about Trump, the media, and the future of today's grads.
The state of legalization: Effects of marijuana dispensaries on state welfare

The state of legalization: Effects of marijuana dispensaries on state welfare

Harry Ortof, Assistant Politics/Op-Ed Editor May 2, 2018
With the opening of a new dispensary in North Amherst, let's look at how legalization impacts a state's welfare.
(FFM784/Wikipedia Commons)

Spring checklist: Pioneer Valley edition

Priya Bikkani, Writer May 2, 2018
Everyone needs a study break once and a while. Here are some great local places to check out this spring to help you unwind!
The Meadow Manor. (Ian Munnelly/Amherst Wire)

Farewell to Hadley: Reflections and remembrances on a bizarre home of my own

Ian Munnelly, Politics/Op-Ed Editor May 1, 2018
My fondest memories of this area will come from the little farming town of Hadley.
(Jordan Allen /Amherst Wire)

Entertainment winners, losers of the week

Entertainment Staff April 29, 2018
The Amherst Wire Entertainment staff reflect on this week in the entertainment world
(Trevor Wilson/ Amherst Wire)

808s and Ankle Breaks Podcast: Episode 7

Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson April 27, 2018
"I miss the old Kanye"
Screenshots from Sucker Punch and Nerve. (Chanel Connor/Amherst Wire)

Top 5: Most iconic fashion in films

Chanel Connor, Writer April 27, 2018
The best fashion featured in a variety of films.
(Rachel Ayotte/Amherst Wire)

‘All Through the House:’ UMass artist Parker Phelps recreates childhood memories through household objects

Rachel Ayotte, Managing Editor April 24, 2018
The installation, entitled “All Through the House” is both a past and present representation of Phelps' sister and parents, past memories and the anticipation of new ones. On display from April 24 -30 in the Herter Art Gallery, the show serves as an intimate glimpse into the artist's life.
(Jonathan Kermah / Amherst Wire)

Rich the Kid’s “The World is Yours” album lies — It’s not yours, it’s his

Jack Hamm, Writer April 23, 2018
If the fat stacks of 20s and pink Vice City font don’t convince you that Rich the Kid rules the earth, I don’t know what will. The 14-track debut album of the “Money Way” movement leader slices and dices fresh trap beats with confident exuberance and an all-star squad of features.
The Pulse Dance Company performed at UDance as a morale boost for dancers (Elissa Borden/Amherst Wire).

UMass FTK Dance Marathon raises over $200,000 for local hospital

Michael Connors, Assistant Campus News Editor April 23, 2018
“The atmosphere when you walk into this event is unlike anything you will experience anywhere else on campus," said UMass senior Brady Sharon.
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