Ruth Hammen, the "Mother of the College"
… Ruth Hammen, the "Mother of the College" Secretary to the first President of Hampshire College, Ruth was the … up on the hill. The architects wanted a vantage point to get the lay of the land when they were doing their plans. It … later became the School of CCS, then CS). ASH Auditorium is named in her honor. In 1992, when she was 75, she …
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Frances Arnold, Assistant to VP for Student Affairs/Dean of Students
… Frances Arnold, Assistant to VP for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Frances provides support to the vice president for student affairs/dean of students, … the office's purchasing, and provides logistical support to the deans in the planning of office events, including …
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Alum Matthew Pitt 92F Considers Cults, Rock and Roll, and Celebrity in New Novel
… Tear Here , with Carnegie Mellon Press this year. Pitt is also the author of a novella and two collections of short … We talked about his time at Hampshire, how it continues to influence and inspire him, and how he balances teaching … voice further, made me want to grapple with risks beyond easy grasp. Faculty chipped away at my reticence to revise. …
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What to Share with a Recommendation Writer
… What to Share with a Recommendation Writer Share the following … about the position/scholarship/graduate program to which you are applying. A brief description of your goals … resume; and any information you'd like your recommender to address in the letter (or a phone recommendation(. A draft …
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Div III Student Olive Woodall F22 Writes Collection of Poetry on Coming of Age in Oklahoma
… spending their formative years in the South. We asked them to tell us more about it. Please describe your Div III. My Div III project, “All That’s Left,” is a collection of poetry and prose centered on growing up as … my Div project. Since I’m a nontraditional student, it’s easy to feel behind other people or to doubt yourself, but my …
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Sample Questions for an Informational Interview
… or her particular field of work. Below are some questions to target certain types of information. Select several that … What are some of the frustrations and drawbacks? What is a typical salary range for this type of work? How high can … advertised and unadvertised openings? What is the best way to approach prospective employers? Best timing? What …
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Division Chair Guidelines for CPT
… student handbook, Division II/III students are eligible to participate in internships to meet division requirements … volunteerships, jobs, or any other work experience). CPT is authorization for paid or unpaid off-campus employment … found here . must be authorized by Hampshire College (by way of the division chair/committee) prior to application and …
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Office of Accessibility Resources and Services
… Office of Accessibility Resources and Services Welcome to the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services (OARS) … through multidisciplinary collaborations. OARS is committed to helping students with disabilities achieve … be eligible for during your Hampshire College education. Get Registered Accommodations and Services Types of …
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Minutes of Benefits Advisory Committee (BAC): December 22, 2011
… Casie Smith, director of the Early Learning Center (ELC) to discuss some ways the ELC's daily and annual schedule can … spring break week and curriculum days. The next step is to discuss these issues with the ELC's Parent Advisory … will visit School meetings in February and March to get feedback from faculty on the items designed so far. The …
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New Orleans Experiences Influence Disaster Policy Studies
… alternative spring break was a quick introduction to the civic engagement opportunities available at Hampshire … “In high school, I was able to go to New Orleans to get involved with disaster relief (in the aftermath of … Katrina struck, FEMA wasn’t prepared.” Migliaccio is now a leader of the alternative spring break program, and …
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Chapter 11: Hampshire Space: Landuse and Facilities Planning
… In May of 1986 President Simmons named a committee to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment study and space … is pressing and this proposal appears to be an inexpensive way to create additional offices in a convenient location. We … would be housed in a fifth wing, thereby enabling easy access to administration by students. At the center of …
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In Memoriam Faculty and Staff
… In Memoriam Faculty and Staff We have been saddened to learn of the deaths of the following members of the … Braderman, Obituary published in Hampshire News , August 26, 2025 Ken Bradt, Obituary published in Hampshire News , … B. Glick, Hampshire remembrance / Obituary on Legacy.com, January 9, 2024 Kurtiss J. Gordon, Antioch College …
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Alums, Family, and Friends Cuba Trip
… Led by Carollee Bengelsdorf and Margaret Cerullo Open to alums, parents, and friends of Hampshire. Participants … and filmmakers (as well as a social scientist or two) to get a sense of the complexities and contradictions of … Joseph 05F Cost & Information The land cost of this tour is $4,595 per person, single room supplement $495. This does …
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Alum Makes $2 Million Donation, Second Seven-Figure Contribution This Month
… Seven-Figure Contribution This Month Hampshire College is announcing its second multimillion-dollar donation in less … than a month. Dr. Lucy McFadden 70F contributed $2 million to partner with Paula H. and James S. Crown 71F on the Crown … Trustee Elle Chan 87F, “Lucy is such an inspiration, it’s easy to join her in supporting our alma mater. Since its …
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Safe Web Browsing
… Safe Web Browsing Your computer is a goldmine to hackers. If they can get their cyber-hands on your data they can find personal …
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'Boundaries Between Bodies' Explores The Effects of Mass Incarceration Through Dance
… at an upcoming event at Hampshire College. The event is open to the public and takes place on Friday, February 23 at 4 … a small fee for other participants. On Monday, February 26, they will lead another workshop open to Five College …
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Hampshire College Mourns Founder and Second President, Charles R. Longsworth
… 2025, in Concord, Massachusetts. Chuck — as he was known to the community — was the first employee of Hampshire (he … with his trademark charm, humor, and pride. “This is tremendously sad news for the Hampshire community,” said … Johnson Library can be seen in the background. September 26, 1968. Jones Library, Amherst, Special Collections Faculty …
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Compact Fluorescent Lights: Use and Disposal
… Use and Disposal Switching from incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) is an effective way to reduce energy use in your residence hall or office, …
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Choosing China
… Rose Hansen enrolled at Hampshire College, her plan was to study German. She wanted to master the language, with the … and teachers from this school," she says. Along the way, she also found herself intrigued by the Chinese language … and internships. Hampshire students are encouraged to get to know the "real" China and its people. "It's very …
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Flower Growing in Kenya
… a recent Hampshire graduate who is from Kenya, returned to her homeland last year to do an internship with the … the risk. Nyong'o herself found it extremely difficult to get women to meet with her and discuss the problem; … this issue and it can't be looked at in just an isolated way, say, through the legal system," Nyong'o said. "The …
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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
… Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) What is FERPA? The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of … privacy of education records. It grants specific rights to current and former students and sets restrictions on how … students before releasing education records. Exceptions to this include emergency situations in which the health and …
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Grants and Scholarships
… by the semester; for example, one-half of a Pell Grant is disbursed for the fall semester and the other half will be disbursed for the spring semester. Funds are applied to the students' bills. The earliest funds may be applied to … education benefits offered by the VA are available at the official U.S. government website at …
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2014 Award Recipients
… 2014 Award Recipients 2014 Award Recipients Congratulations to the 2014 Ingenuity Award Recipients! Dina Amouzigh Yasmine … Constance Zaber … 2014 Award Recipients Congratulations to the 2014 Ingenuity Award Recipients! Dina Amouzigh Yasmine …
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Recognition
… Recognition Colleges That Change Lives Hampshire College is a member of Colleges that Change Lives, a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and support of a student-centered college … other is what the college does for them by equipping them to become their own wide-ranging explorers and …
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Lost and Found on Campus
… and found service. If you lose an item on campus, there is a chance that it was turned in to Campus Safety and Wellbeing. You can call this office at … any time of day. If You Find Property on Campus Bring it to the Campus Safety and Wellbeing office at the rear of the …
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