Throughlines

… Throughlines What is a throughline? Throughlines are elements that are … 413.559.5378 FAX: 413.559.6081 dof@hampshire.edu … What is a throughline? Throughlines are elements that are …

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OARS Frequently Asked Questions

… to negotiate preferences around living conditions. Is it possible to live with my friends in an accessible …

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Changemakers: Notable Alumni

… Learn More Hampshire 72F Jon Krakauer 72F Learn More This is what momentum looks like. A quarter of Hampshire alums …

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Hampshire Student Life

… Campus Home Unlike Any Other The Hampshire College campus is unconventional, definitely quirky, and always welcoming. … Student Groups & Activities Learn More Where Education is Integrated with Experience. At Hampshire, you'll be able … Experience Check Out the Area. Western Massachusetts is a cultural destination. Just beyond campus are Amherst, …

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The Hampshire Experience

… drives you forward. Our empowering approach to education is rooted in continual experimentation, discovery, and … just for difference’s sake. Our model of education is intentionally designed to help you become an agent of … graduation. Urban Agriculture Activist Doria Robinson 93F Is Changing The Future of Farming Learn More Alum Kamil …

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News

Hampshire Appoints Timothy Zimmerman to Endowed Professorship Honoring Jonathan Lash

… he says, by the belief that environmental education is essential to the well-being of individuals, societies, and … low-income families Developed an investment policy that is leading the nation in ethical and socially responsible … enormous strides. To cite recent progress, Hampshire today is Supplying, on an annualized basis, 100 percent of campus …

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Your Home Directory

… Your Home Directory What is it? This home directory is a personal file storage folder available to each employee. … It can also be used to host a web page or website site: just create an HTML page named index.html, place it in …

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Comparing Degree Programs

… Do they admit on a rolling basis? How much emphasis is placed on test scores? Experience? Specific undergraduate courses? Independent research? Other? Is it possible to defer admission for one or two years? (Be … that funding offered with the original acceptance usually is not deferred and a new package may not be as strong as the …

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Confined Space Program

… has limited or restricted means for entry or exit, and it is not designed for continuous employee occupancy. Confined … College employees. Entry permits are needed when (1) there is an atmospheric hazard that cannot be controlled by … and identify the cause of the change in condition. Site inspection by the supervisor and a new  inspection and …

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Lab Safety Manual: Emergency Planning and Procedures

… cuts, or burns. When problems are detected or a request is made, a Campus Safety and Wellbeing staff person will … or Emergency The first priority in an emergency response is the protection of life and health. The following basic … assistance and notify others  Move everyone away from the site of the accident  Lead the affected person to: the sink …

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Historical Action Against Racism and Homophobia | Hampshire College

… an effective challenge to the pattern. The Committee is well aware that many readers will not accept this … the goals of racial equality in a color-blind world? There is little obnoxious verbal prejudice expressed and the real … who are by no stretch of the imagination racist? This is an institution with serious educational work to do and it …

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PLUS Loan Repayment Options

… with certain restrictions. The STANDARD REPAYMENT plan is a ten year plan. The minimum monthly payment is $50. Borrowers are initially given the standard plan, but … that you may pay extra on your loan principal, as there is no pre-payment penalty. This will help in paying off the …

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Your CSS Profile Report

… the profile, and non-custodial profile, if applicable, is required for your financial aid application. Click on the … your required and missing documents. If the CSS Profile is listed with a Status of Not Received then you need to … to apply for institutional need-based aid, this form is not required; please notify the financial aid office if …

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Employer Guide to Internships

… in working with interns from Hampshire. Whether this is your first time offering an internship or you are an … Insurance and Liability   Introduction An internship is an extension of the classroom. It is an opportunity for a student to learn not only the skills …

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Service Animals and ESAs

… Service Animals and ESAs Hampshire College is committed to equal access for students, staff, and faculty … service and emotional support animals (pdf) What is an Emotional Support Animal? An emotional support animal (ESA) is not a pet, and provides emotional support to alleviate one …

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Frequently Asked Questions

… Advising Committee do? A. The purpose of the committee is to help interested students and graduates learn about the … Hampshire get in? A. 100% of qualified applicants! This is a trick question, of course. Different schools use … look quite amazing in this category, not because Hampshire is far better than all other schools, but because the number …

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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