Information Security Breach Notification Policy
… Hampshire College Data Security Policy 1.0 Purpose: To define the circumstances under which the College shall … of college information. 2.0 Scope: This policy applies to information safeguarded both by Hampshire College and/or … to the director of information technology. A breach is defined as unauthorized access of college information. …
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Summer Academic Programs
… Summer Academic Programs To know is not enough. No approach to education is better geared to meet the challenges ahead …
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Purchasing Manual
… Manual Introduction The purpose of this purchasing manual is to serve as a reference for those who, in their role as … of Hampshire College, purchase goods and services to be used in the pursuit of its mission. It contains a …
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James Baldwin Scholars Program
… race, sexuality, and class, and he was often referred to as the voice of the civil rights movement. The James … Scholars Program was established in 1992 in his name to celebrate his scholarship, teaching and activism; although … college students. The program's foundation is in the student's first year at Hampshire—the Baldwin Year. …
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Creative Opportunities
… he was energized by what he saw: bright students, unafraid to take risks and thriving on a campus that embraced a new … It helped Sherman build the skills and confidence needed to cofound the famed Florentine Films and become an … film and photography programs in America. Honoring her is a fitting tribute to all she did," says Sherman. "More …
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Area Attractions
… Area Attractions The Amherst area is rich in opportunities to explore. Whether you're looking … arts and music; or shopping, there is always plenty to do. Arts and Museums Museums 10 Museums10 is a consortium …
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Alumni Profile: Animal Behaviorist Alyssa Ward 94F
… dogs with behavior issues, especially aggression, may have to be put down. "I wanted to be on the prevention side of that," she says, "to fix the … project, Ward researched canine hip dysplasia. Because it is generally thought to be entirely genetic, hip dysplasia …
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Division II Basics: Transfer Students
… be from your previous college or university. Division II is a concentration of academic work developed with the … It can include other (non-related) courses and activities to enrich your educational experience. Division II is … faculty advisor. An initial faculty advisor is assigned to students based on their academic interests listed in the …
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Medical and Mental Health Services During College Breaks
… During College Breaks Summer and Winter Break Care What to do and who to call when Health and Counseling is closed for the semester. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL …
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Visa Information
… student services office (MISS) will contact you to outline the steps involved to obtain your F-1 student visa. You will need to complete … visa. The deadline for the submission of these forms is: May 1 for fall admits and December 1 for spring admits. …
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Dining-based Accommodations
… dining services offers a wide range of dietary options and is able to provide food choices tailored to most individual needs. Please review and consider the …
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Winthrop "Toby" Dakin
… member of the Trustees of Tinker Hill, incorporated to acquire land for the new college. Tinker Hill is one of the foothills of the Holyoke Range located just to the south of the main campus, and was the site of an Amherst College ski slope at the time. Lacking a …
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First Time Borrower Entrance Loan Counseling
… the Master Promissory Note (MPN) before funds are applied to their college bills. To satisfy the entrance loan counseling requirement, click … regardless of whether the borrower completes the program, is unable to obtain employment, or is dissatisfied with the …
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Seidl, Amy - 1983F
… of ecology. After graduating from Hampshire, she continued to study the natural sciences, earning a master's degree in … her. A dominant perception of climate change in America is that it is emotionally and geographically distant, and … build it." For more information, visit http://www.amyseidl.com … Amy Seidl 83F has always found lyricism in nature. Her …
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Spiritual Life Center
… Spiritual Life Center Whether you belong to an established religion or faith tradition or are just beginning to explore what spirituality might mean for you, Spiritual … Do Here at Hampshire, we believe that spiritual well-being is a key component of holistic wellness, and is integrally …
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The Red Barn at Hampshire College
… and a modern heating and cooling ventilation system to allow for events to be hosted throughout the year. We invite you to schedule a … informal. The event services and summer programs office is a certified one-stop-shop, here to assist in all your …
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Circulation Policies
… 3 renewals. Resident borrowers and alums may borrow up to 25 items for 4 weeks, with 5 renewals. CDs, DVDs, VHS … be renewed. Film and video equipment circulates for 1 week to eligible borrowers. See the Media Services Loan Policy … renew any item provided that: It has not been recalled. It is not a reserve item in demand. It has not reached the …
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Office of Institutional Research
… Office of Institutional Research Institutional research is the applied study of higher education. Our goal is to provide information about Hampshire College to support decision-making, enrollment management, …
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Intentional Housing Communities
… Housing Communities Residence Life staff are committed to supporting and complementing the academic program with the … connections, learning, and personal growth. It is with this goal in mind that intentional housing … are living spaces in which the residents have chosen to come together around a particular area of interest that …
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Responsibilities
… the standard terms and conditions preferred by the College to the extent applicable and to the extent that they can be obtained given the relative … of the contract initiator and subsequent reviewers is to assess the institutional risk of a contract. If a …
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Store and Send Letters of Recommendation
… Store and Send Letters of Recommendation Interfolio is an independent company you can use to store letters of recommendation. Their Dossier service is … needed for review, funding opportunities, admission to graduate school, jobs in higher education, and other …
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Course Websites
… registered. Hampshire's course website system, Moodle , is an open source learning management system with an emphasis … note: Instructors must make their course website available to students. Until they do, students cannot access it. Instructors can add students and TAs to their course website as needed, though they do still need …
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Replacement and Duplicate Diplomas
… and duplicate diplomas take between six and eight weeks to process. Requesting a Replacement Diploma To request a replacement diploma, submit the Replacement … Purposes Unless your prospective or current employer is asking specifically for a copy of your diploma, a …
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Reimbursement Rates
… Reimbursement Rates Please be sure to include original receipts with your reimbursement request. … . Mileage Rate Effective January 1, 2026, the mileage rate is 72.5 cents per mile for any travel that occurs in 2026. … any travel that occurred in 2025 is 70 cents per mile.) To request mileage reimbursement, please submit a travel …
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Charitable Gift Annuities
… Charitable Gift Annuities A charitable gift annuity (CGA) is an example of how our current tax laws provide special ways for you to make a substantial gift of cash or stock and increase your … for you and the College. The CGA makes it possible for you to receive higher returns on an asset for the rest of your …
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