Hampfest

… Hampfest What is Hampfest? Hampfest is your one stop shop to find everything Hampshire! Come … to offer while enjoying food, fun, and more... Hampfest is Hampshire College's student activities fair, held at the …

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Students of Under-Represented Cultures and Ethnicities (SOURCE)

… (SOURCE) Why participate in a SOURCE group? What is SOURCE? Why does SOURCE exist? Who participates in SOURCE? … topics of racial/ethnic/cultural diversity Fun! What is SOURCE? SOURCE (Students of Under-Represented Cultures and Ethnicities) is a coalition of groups that exist for students who identify …

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Social Media Guidelines

… profanity, personal attacks, commercial promotions or is otherwise deemed inappropriate based on Hampshire's … device or substance controlled by any other person. What is Hate Speech? Hate speech is any speech, gesture or conduct, writing, or display which …

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Connecting to Eduroam at Hampshire

… first set it up on your device while at Hampshire. What is eduroam ? It is a global roaming wireless network available at thousands … and research facilities in the United States. This network is available everywhere on the Hampshire College campus. How …

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Second HampHack Hackathon Invites Students Beyond Tech, Across Disciplines

… preparing for an even greater response, as registration is set to open this month for the second-annual, 24-hour, … it as notes. (Blog link is http://activedeveloper.blogspot.com/2016/02/hamp-hack.html ) To learn more about HampHack … of five judges were women.” HampHack is registered as an official Major League Hacking event ( https://mlh.io/ ) and …

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Create Your Own Education

… to do. Our community of self-starters and changemakers is resilient, resourceful, and committed enough to do the … Seeing campus for yourself helps you know if Hampshire is right for you. Book a visit or explore what we have to … Launch Experience   Apply Now Our admissions process is personalized and holistic, reflecting the values embodied …

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Concern, Assessment, Response, Evaluation (CARE) Team

… Concern, Assessment, Response, Evaluation (CARE) Team What is CARE? The Concern, Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) team is a student-focused resource. It is comprised of staff from the Dean of Students Office, …

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Holistic Learning Program

… Holistic Learning Program The Holistic Learning Program is an affirming and supportive space for you to work on your … Learning Program The Holistic Learning Program (HLP) is an opt-in academic support community for Hampshire College … meetings to anyone who would like to join. Our mission is to create space to: Cultivate introspection into the ways …

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FAQ: For Incoming Students

… when you log in to TheHub. When you receive your bill, it is also listed as your account number. To access this … “approvals and holds.” Additional notes: If a course is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. The waitlist … “approvals and holds”.  Additional notes: If a course is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. The waitlist …

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Human Rights Leader Loretta Ross To Be Hampshire College Commencement Speaker

… students, employees, and trustees of the College. Ross is an author and speaker nationally and internationally on … for example. REFERENCE, LORETTA ROSS ( www.LorettaRoss.com ) “ Reproductive Justice in the Age of Trump ,” Dominion Lecture, James Madison University, September 26, 2017 “ Reproductive Justice Beyond Biology ,” Center for …

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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

… Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) What is ADHD? Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a pattern of persistent inattention and/or hyperactivity … thinking, and sometimes feeling or acting restless. It is an invisible disability that represents the extremes of …

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'What Are Those Alien Things In Bacteria?' Professor Dobro and Team of Scientists and Students Publish Discoveries

… discovery and recording of these macromolecular structures is groundbreaking because, in Dobro's words, "bacteria are … distributed on WAMC and other stations, InsideHigherEd.com, and elsewhere on the Web. … feature, available for public viewing at  https://figshare.com/s/782461843c3150d27cfa . Two Hampshire students were …

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Frequently Asked Questions: Orientation Staff Positions

… Asked Questions: Orientation Staff Positions What is the difference between an orientation leader and an … own training prior to orientation leader training. What is the compensation for orientation staff? Orientation … with a co-leader who was not a transfer student, but who is willing to work with transfers (and ideally who has been …

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Student Groups & Activities

… indoor track, climbing wall, a sauna, and a pool; this is easier than you might expect. Learn More Where education is integrated with experience. Athletics Our teams compete … sports teams, identity-based groups, and more. Hampshire is home to a variety of students groups/organizations. Learn …

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Lab Safety Manual: Biological and Controlled Substance Safety

… work with these materials. The supervising faculty member is responsible for providing this training. Areas in which … area or on the door. In addition, equipment used to store biohazardous materials (e.g., incubators, … purposes.  All biohazardous waste must be sent off-site for licensed incineration. All efforts should be made to …

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New Case Study Details Hampshire College’s Mission-Based Endowment Investing

… policy and process for mission-based investing. The report is available free to institutions seeking more information … developing approaches to sustainable investing. Hampshire is widely known for aligning endowment investing with issues … described in the report, Hampshire established its first official investment policy in 1977, then adopted a more …

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Hampshire Student Seeks to Improve Accessibility in Basketball with a Speech–to–Sign Language Algorithm

… like basketball was calling the fouls on time. Their motto is “See it and call it,” but how can you blow the whistle if … the action, and that disrupts the whole game. Basketball is a game that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and … of the aspects of Hampshire College that I appreciate most is the generous grant program, which empowers students to …

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Working from Home? VPN Can Help

… you should install and test it before you need it. What is VPN? VPN stands for "Virtual Private Network." It's an … you should install and test it before you need it. What is VPN? VPN stands for "Virtual Private Network." It's an …

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Filmmaker Lysandra Petersson 00F’s Lifetime of Reel Adventures

… film industry. The best legacy of a Hampshire education is that it seeds curiosity and gives you a lifetime of … and live into. The best legacy of a Hampshire education is that it seeds curiosity and gives you a lifetime of … film industry. The best legacy of a Hampshire education is that it seeds curiosity and gives you a lifetime of …

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Hampshire Announces Ribbon-Cutting Opening Ceremony for Kern Center

… ceremony for the R.W. Kern Center has begun, as Hampshire is now finalizing plans for the building’s official ribbon-cutting on Friday April 29, 2016. In … list” materials, right down to the duct tape allowed on site. The project has been featured by many media outlets …

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Hampshire College Bylaws

… Section 1.  Name 1.1. The name of this corporation is The Trustees of Hampshire College (hereinafter referred to … future Massachusetts General Law (“Chapter 180”), which is 893 West Street, Amherst, Massachusetts, 01002.  The Board … College, and that the Board’s policy statements and other official records are properly maintained and promulgated. …

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A History of Student Activities, 1997-2000

… Council against former Community Council Chair L.G.. G. is charged with spending for personal gain, forgery, spending … 19 Students band together to discuss rumors that Hampshire is cutting essential programs. [The Omen, Feb 19,1997] Mar 3 … Harvard University. [The Forward: February 5, 1998] Jan 26 A few dozen students, pro-union staff members, and union …

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Asbestos Management

… Asbestos Management Background Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral that is found in … waste bag or containers.  Waste must be double-bagged. Store waste in a locked, secure area for pickup and disposal … certified asbestos monitor/industrial hygienist will be on site to conduct final air clearance sampling when required …

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Hampshire Student Implements Tech Exploration Program for High School Students in Ghana

… tech boot camp go? The program ran from August 16 through 26. In total, we were expecting 30 students maximum. On the … students are prevalent all over the world, but there is no platform for a large percentage of them to hone their … to their advantage. “<Code_gh>” made me realize that there is so much fulfillment in using your resources to help others …

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Results of Removing Standardized Test Scores from College Admissions

… the only incentive for schools and students to innovate is in the form of improving test-taking and scores. Teaching … students and students of color, at a time when diversity is critical to our mission   We surveyed our students and … invitation to enroll, rose in a single year from 18% to 26%, an amazing turnaround   The quantity of applications …

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