Emergency Notification System

… Notification System What the Emergency Notification System is A method to communicate effectively emergency information … virtually the same time. The Emergency Notification System is not It is not a way to send non-emergency, routine, or spam …

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Minutes of Benefits Advisory Committee (BAC): May 19, 2011

… the BAC advises the AVP of Human Resources. The question is now the recommendations from the BAC to HR are or should … are life insurance and medical insurance. Life insurance is being re-bid and HR has asked the life insurance companies … the design at most colleges and universities). The second is a more equitable option.   Mark Abate from Strategic …

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Virus Protection and Prevention

… like antivirus software, we recommend ClamAV . ClamAV is no longer free, but is still a good product, now offering a free 30-day trial. We … We recommend using free Malwarebytes (MBAM).  Malwarebytes is an application that scans, finds, and removes malware. …

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Tips to Borrowing a Private Alternative Loan

… Determine the total amount of education debt your family is willing to accumulate during the student's college … may be a more appropriate loan to consider, as the parent is the only borrower on the loan. Don't forget that the … loans into one new consolidated alternative loan, is possible, but the choices are limited and their terms may …

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Lab Safety Manual: Working with Hazardous Materials

… Toxins (5.7) Select Carcinogens (5.8) The faculty is responsible for the use of hazardous materials and must … or perchloric acid (Section 5.2.3), a written protocol is required. The safety committee may also request protocols … use abbreviations. 5.6.7 Waste Disposal Collection for Off-Site Disposal All contaminated materials must be collected …

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Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

… Training (CPT) Guidelines and Application Procedures CPT is authorization for off-campus employment prior to completion of studies that is either required as part of your academic program … as described in your current Division II/III contract. is employer, job, AND time/duration-specific; once CPT is

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Lockout/Tagout and Electrical Safety Program and Procedures

… plug and cord-connected electrical equipment if the plug is under the exclusive control of the employee performing the … of clothes and severe burns. Conductive  Any material that is suitable for carrying an electric current. Deenergized … satisfactory operation of equipment. Responsibility It is the responsibility of all employees to observe the …

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CITI Training

… CITI Training What is CITI Training? CITI (Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative) is a service providing research ethics education. Hampshire … a focus on topics like "informed consent." The service is geared towards the psychological, biological, and …

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Lab Safety Manual: Chemical Management

… use safety awareness, and disposal. The lab manager is responsible for monitoring chemical storage and use in the … work activities. 6.1 Ordering and Receiving   Ordering is conducted through the lab manager. Before accepting a … are placed in secondary containment. Waste is shipped off-site using a licensed hazardous waste transporter. The …

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Outdoor Programs

… Outdoor Programs The OPRA staff is committed to providing outstanding programs to the … fun and educational experience with our programs. Our goal is to manage risks and offer rewarding experiences in … HCSTUWEB.  * For more costly trips, scholarship funding is available . Interested individuals can apply for funding …

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Recreation and Fitness

… techniques, philosophy, and meditation. This class is for students new to yoga or looking for a slower-paced, … instruction-oriented class. Beginning Swimming This class is for those who want to learn to swim, with the goal of … you like basketball but have little experience, then this is the class for you. Students work on the basic skills of …

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Phishing

… Phishing Q: What's phishing? A: Phishing is the practice of sending fraudulent emails appearing to … login information.   Q: How can I tell if an email that is claiming to be from Hampshire IT is a phishing scheme? A: … account management pages at password.hampshire.edu . That site will show your password age, quota status and other …

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Letters of Recommendation

… graduate programs that you are applying to. Ask First! It is a courtesy to your recommenders that you speak with them … are written strictly on a voluntary basis; no one is obliged to write them. Faculty members or other potential … to write if they so choose.  Give Enough Notice. It is helpful if you ask at least 30 days before you need the …

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Accessible Course Materials

… Accessible Course Materials Hampshire is committed to providing accessible course materials for all … ahead of time as possible. Make sure the text of readings is selectable and/or searchable by a computer. When possible, … an accessibility checker and correction tools that is an add-on in Google. Grackle allows you to work with …

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Mail Merge with Word 2007

… DDE and Object Linking and Embedding (OLE). DDE is an older technology that trasfers the data in a text … we see on campus are set up to use DDE to transfer. OLE is a newer technology that uses a binary format to … you have more than one worksheet you must use OLE. DDE is slower than OLE, though in small merges you won't notice …

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Living Off Campus

… medical need for a living environment the College is unable to provide should contact the Office of … be aware the number of exceptions the College may grant is based on current enrollment levels (see procedures … mission of Residence Life and Housing at Hampshire College is to support and complement the academic environment, with …

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Student Payroll Direct Deposit

… Direct Deposit Understanding Direct Deposit Direct deposit is the electronic transfer of payment directly from the … of the party being paid (student employee). Direct deposit is a safe and convenient way to deposit your paycheck to a … You Need to Know Student payroll direct deposit is mandatory.  To set up direct deposit of your student wage …

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Hampshire College Farm Summer Vegetable and Livestock Crew

… Pay rate: $15.00/hour  apply The Hampshire College Farm is now hiring for Summer Vegetable and Livestock Crew … and organic vegetable production.   Prior farm experience is not required. What is required is a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, …

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Lab Safety Manual: Laboratory Use/Procedures and Policies

… The attitude of those working in the laboratory is one of the most important factors in the safe conduct of … to designing and carrying out safe laboratory experiments is knowledge of the potential hazards.  It is the responsibility of each individual working in the …

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Frequently Asked Questions

… Frequently Asked Questions What is the Creative Media Internship Progam? This program matches … providers are responsible for creating an experience that is structured enough to give the interns a realistic view of … have with your interns the better, although daily contact is not required. We ask that you do a mid-internship check-in …

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Lab Safety Manual: Introduction

… Introduction PRINT VERSION rev 2/2015 Hampshire College is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for … Center, and stating they will follow those policies. It is the responsibility of faculty to provide supervision for … for their lab facility, and to have that plan available on-site for review. This safety manual serves as that plan for …

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Procedures for Taking a Leave of Absence

… Vacate the student room within 48 hours of when the leave is scheduled to begin. Students taking a leave of absence are … regarding their plans for the following term.  If CASA is not notified of a student's plans for the term following … The deadline for filing for a personal leave of absence is the enrollment notification deadline in November and …

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Form 1098T

… Form 1098T Frequently Asked Questions What is a 1098-T and why do I need one? The College sends them out … information to the Internal Revenue Service. The purpose is to assist you in determining whether you are eligible for … if you qualify for an education tax credit. This form is for informational purposes only. It is NOT to be filed …

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Counseling Services

… Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and urgent support is available 24/7 by calling the office. Our diverse staff of … the portal, please go to https://umass.medicatconnect.com/login.aspx , and follow instructions on the screen.  If … email on your Hampshire email account from NoReply@Medicat.com . Follow the instructions in the email to access your …

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News

Fall Events: Lectures on Incarceration and Immigration, the History of Tattooing, and More

… in the contemporary-art market when your stock-in-trade is ideas, and why he's currently collaborating with … fate. For ticket reservations, e-mail hctboxoffice@gmail.com . The Boston Ujima Project: Our Work, Our Community, Our … and authenticity. Artist Lecture: Amani Willett Oct. 26, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Jerome Liebling Center, Room 120 …

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