Minutes of Benefits Advisory Committee (BAC): May 19, 2011
… Shelly Ruocco After a welcome and introductions around the table the BAC looked at the Committee Charge and discussed that at some point the …
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Funding and Eligibility for CS Research Fund
… research can apply. You must be a current student at the time of the research project/internship. Graduating students are not eligible. Applications will be evaluated on the intellectual merit of the proposed work and the necessity …
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Weather, Emergency Closings, and Delays
… may apply, and these changes will be communicated on the day of closure if not already predetermined. Weather … Find out about weather closings and delays by doing one of the following: Checking your Hampshire email and the intranet. An “important announcement” will be sent with …
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What is Research?
… academic disciplines. Research is conducted to... Evaluate the validity of a hypothesis or an interpretive framework. To … is "research" that needs to be reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board at Hampshire before proceeding? Research should be reviewed by the IRB only when human subjects are involved, and the term …
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Lab Safety Manual: Radiation and Laser Safety
… At this time, radioactive materials are not to be used in the Cole Science Center. 8.2 Lasers This section describes … hazards. These requirements are designed to comply with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) Code 105 CMR 121.000, Rules and Regulations Relative to the Use of Laser Devices or Equipment to Control the Hazards …
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Refrigerant Use Program
… Refrigerant Use Program Purpose To establish guidelines for the appropriate health and safety requirements that must be … when working with refrigerant. To ensure compliance with the Refrigerant Recycling Rule, Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act. To promote awareness of the …
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Previous Short-Term Field Courses
… Previous Short-Term Field Courses The following is a list and brief description of some of the short-term field courses that have been offered in past years. These courses may or may not repeat in the future. (Costa Rica) Land Conservation, Ecology, and …
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Lab Safety Manual: Working with Hazardous Materials
… (5.6) Reproductive Toxins (5.7) Select Carcinogens (5.8) The faculty is responsible for the use of hazardous materials and must inform everyone involved in working with such materials of the associated hazards, and the appropriate emergency …
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For Faculty: Narrative Evaluations
… Narrative Evaluations Narrative evaluations are at the heart of Hampshire's educational philosophy. Our … and qualitative, and paint a far richer picture of the student than a grade-point average. They provide … Deadlines Criteria for evaluation are established at the beginning of any learning activity, including courses, …
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Funding and Eligibility for Ubell Award
… research can apply. You must be a current student at the time of the research project/internship. Graduating students are not eligible. Applications will be evaluated on the intellectual merit of the proposed work and the necessity …
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Zoom FAQ
… a question not answered below, feel free to reach out to the Help Desk and/or view Zoom's Getting Started for … Zoom licensed account. When you sign in (see below) for the first time, your account is automatically created. How … schedule meetings. You can also download and sign in to the Zoom App . When signing in to the Zoom App or from …
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Living Off Campus
… on a demonstrated medical need for a living environment the College is unable to provide should contact the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services . … Otherwise, students with a compelling need to live outside the Hampshire community, are welcome to submit an application …
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Information for High School Students
… you may need to apply for financial aid to help pay for the costs of attending. Use this guide to assist you in your … if you don’t think your family will qualify. Indicate on the Common Application that you will apply for aid. If you … semesters before applying for aid if you did not apply at the time of admission. Don't let this happen to you; plan to …
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USB Flash Drives: Use, Care, and Tips
… USB Flash Drives: Use, Care, and Tips Yes, we all know now the "floppy disks for life plan" was a bad idea. Burning CDs … keys, pocket drives, etc. are small USB drives that use the same flash memory as some cameras and PDAs. The benefit of these units is that they are USB and …
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Student Health Insurance
… all students are automatically enrolled in and billed for the student health insurance plan through Gallagher Student … provide your policy information, you may elect to waive the College's plan according to the process below and your student account will be credited. …
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Jerome Liebling Center for Film, Photography, and Video
… for Film, Photography, and Video In June 2009, the new wing of the Jerome Liebling Center for Film, Video, and Photography was completed. The College has submitted an application to the U.S. Green …
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Employer Guide to Internships
… Remote Internships Compensation (Includes info on the U.S. Department of Labor guidelines for internship programs under the Fair Labor Standards Act, especially relevant to … Liability Introduction An internship is an extension of the classroom. It is an opportunity for a student to learn …
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Financial Aid for International Students
… as one who is not a citizen or permanent resident alien of the United States. Hampshire College offers merit … who demonstrate significant financial need. While the competition for international grants is strong, Hampshire … are renewable for a maximum of eight semesters, provided the student is enrolled and is making satisfactory academic …
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Sexual Offense Resources
… Sexual Violence If you are in need of support, please use the resources listed below during the academic year. Individuals on campus have been identified … personally identifying information about an incident to the College. A survivor can seek assistance and support from …
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Jewish Studies at Hampshire
… Jewish Studies at Hampshire The academic study of Jewish history, literature, and culture goes back to the early years of the College. In 1973, a group of students helped to organize …
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Arts Barn Use Policy
… no food, beverages, or smoking will be tolerated in the individual studio spaces or in any area where chemicals are being used. Studio Spaces A studio space in the arts barn is a privilege, not a right. If you are not … studio space allocation decisions in consultation with the arts barn faculty. Before moving out of your space: All …
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Field Study, Exchange, or Leave of Absence
… work or study that requires a student to be away from the College for a semester. Field study status assumes that the student is engaged in academic work away from the College, not just living off-campus. Field study should …
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Private Alternative Loans
… recognizes that families may need to borrow to cover the cost of a student's education. We recommend that families … . Alternative, or private, loans are very different from the federally-backed Direct student loans or the federal parent PLUS loans. Alternative loans are private …
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Financial Aid for Continuing Students
… students must apply for financial aid each year. We use the FAFSA to determine eligibility for institutional aid, including the Hampshire Grant, as well as various federal and state aid … and for students currently on voluntary leave May 1 For the academic year or fall term only December 1 For the spring …
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Mercury Disposal on Campus
… When products containing mercury are broken, or thrown in the trash or down drains, the mercury pollutes the environment. You can be exposed to mercury by breathing …
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