An Open Letter on Presidential Statements
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To the Amherst College Community:
This summer, I have been reflecting on the challenging question of when it is appropriate for me, as president, to make statements on behalf of Amherst College in response to national and international events. This issue is closely tied to my understanding of the purpose of our college and our values. As I stated in my Commencement address last May, Amherst is a place which believes in the power of unfettered curiosity in the service of a better future. My responsibility as president is to create and sustain the conditions that enable that curiosity and inquiry to flourish in a community of learners and teachers.
Originally published: September 4, 2024
Author: Michael A. Elliott
Position: President
Institution: Amherst College
Published by: The Amherst Student