Theatre Program Mission

… Mission Our Mission We declare, even amidst a mechanized and digitized world, that live theatre is still relevant. We believe it enraptures us, changes the way we think and feel, and allows us to enter and experience culture, class, race, …

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Board of Trustees

… to Hampshire’s Bylaws , the Board may have a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 31 trustees, depending on its operations and needs. Our trustees are volunteers who actively contribute their time, energy, and resources to the College.    Among the Board members are …

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Past Progamming

… Past Progamming Description of Queer Jews and Allies Conference from 2011 “The Hampshire College students, faculty, and staff who are organizing the upcoming Queer Jews and Allies Conference come from a wide range of academic …

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Mission Statement

… SPARC (Supporting your Purpose through Action, Resources, and Connections) to complement the innovative academic … of Hampshire College by supporting the efforts of students and alumni/ae to take their knowledge and passionate integrity into the world. To know is not …

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Counseling Services Staff

… clinical psychology from the University of Massachusetts and completed her advanced training through Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Mental Health Institute. She has been working in college mental health settings since 1996, and has additionally worked with the homeless and chronically …

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Trustee Code of Conduct

… a code of conduct as part of their service to the College, and provide a signed copy of this document to the secretary … its provisions. A trustee shall: 1. Become familiar with and committed to the major responsibilities of a governing … (d) support the institutional mission; (e) evaluate and approve long-range plans, budgets, appointments, degrees, …

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Featured Spaces

… Center at Hampshire College is home to many collaborative and creative spaces for student, faculty, staff, and community members. We welcome you to explore these spaces and visit our InfoBar on the main floor for further …

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Risk Management

… The role of risk management is to reduce the costs and mitigate the risks associated with the operations of the colleges arising from accidental loss, and the financing of such losses. Losses may arise from fire and water damage, liability claims and litigation, …

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Hampshire College Student Experience Model A (proposed)

… By centering the student experience on complex questions and collaborations rather than majors, Hampshire College … students to act effectively in a rapidly changing world and to address problems important to them and their communities. Students are invited to frame and

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Business Office

… Office As a key component of the Division of  Finance and Administration , the Business Office is dedicated to supporting the philosophy, mission, and strength of the Hampshire community. By providing timely, … business services; enabling direct access to information and resources; and continuously improving our policies and

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Spiritual Wellness

… Spiritual Wellness Spiritual Wellness  is questioning and discovering a sense of meaning and purpose in your life. At the core, it's considered to be the search for harmony with oneself and others while working to balance inner needs with the rest …

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Chapter 4: Reflections on Hampshire's Origins

… Coombs under a Ford Foundation Grant, as I remember. AM: And what did you think of it? CP: Well, sort of "ho-hum". I … of 1960. In other words, we were all relatively new, and we all had gigantic problems of our own. I was unable to … could say it "languished". That implies it was already up and going. It was just a piece of paper. So, I wouldn't use …

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Library Media Labs

… The Library Media Labs include facilities for the research and production of digital photography and filmmaking, animation, music, audio, print, and video. Where We're Located The Media Labs are located on …

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Student Engagement

… Student Engagement Is responsible for risk assessment and management of student groups, trips, conferences, and large-scale events. Processes purchasing for student … trips including lodging reservations; travel reservations and reimbursements for mileage and tolls; and purchase …

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Hampshire College Student Experience Model B (proposed)

… 50 years ago on the principle of impacting education and changing the world. The new challenges facing the world … that is responsive to these problems while inspiring and enabling students to become changemakers in the world.  … curriculum around a set of essential issues, challenges, and possibilities in order to work together to imagine and

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Commencement Remarks by President Ralph J. Hexter

… that all of Hampshire takes pride in your accomplishments and rejoices with you today. I think we should also recognize … would be graduating. First, let us recognize the faculty and staff, every one of them, who are such dedicated and loyal members of the entire Hampshire Community. Let's …

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Faculty Toast Commencement 2011

… Instrument: An Introduction to Acting.' We'll be examining and applying principles of performance to contemporary monologues and scenes, developing techniques such as relaxation and focus, sense memory, physical awareness, vocal expression …

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Our Philosophy

… Early Learning Center strives to provide a loving, safe, and culturally diverse atmosphere for children, parents and staff. Our goal is to create an environment which honors and supports children's diverse interests and abilities, and

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Commencement Remarks by President Ralph J. Hexter

… students, but permit me to invoke presidential privilege and call for the first of many rounds of applause for the … that all of Hampshire takes pride in your accomplishments and rejoices with you today. I think we should also recognize … you would be graduating. First, let us recognize the staff and faculty, every one of them, who are such dedicated and

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Artistic Opportunities

… Performance Opportunities for performing are frequent and richly varied in the Hampshire College Dance Program and within Five College Dance/The Five College Consortium. At … three to five sponsored productions of student, faculty, and guest artists' work produced each year. Hampshire …

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Social Wellness

… developing a sense of belonging, meaningful connections, and a well-developed support system on campus. Wellness in this area is fostered by establishing and maintaining healthy, positive relationships and contributing time and energy to the community. The Path …

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Previous Conferences

… Michelle Tea 2012 Keynote Speakers: Rev. Irene Monroe and Qwo-Li Driskill 2013 Keynote Sepaker: José Esteban Muñoz 2014 Keynote Speakers: Tristan Taormino and Jiz Lee 2015 Keynote Speakers: Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha, and Lourdes Hunter   2016 Keynote Speakers: J Mase III, …

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Past Events

… Looking for wisdom from Hampshire alumni who are living and working as writers? The following recordings of past … you like to learn more about podcasting possibilities and potential? Alum podcast producers at the New York Times , … discuss: the different types of podcasts they each produce and opportunities in this field their journeys from Hampshire …

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A Message from the AAG: January 31, 2019

… last few weeks, Hampshire alums have shown their passion and energy. More than 240 alums have joined the alumni Facebook group in just 10 days, and more than 500 of us participated in President Nelson’s … we’ve heard are representative of the critical thinking and tenacity that has been central to every iteration of …

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Chapter 2: Planning in Earnest

… Plan a reality. Planning by new Hampshire College faculty and administrators, as well as interested members of the Five … Its faculty, its curriculum, its methods of instruction and its social atmosphere derive their meaning and purpose from its functions as an institution where …

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