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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 … bills. The earliest funds may be applied to the bills is ten days before the start of classes. Refunds, if any, are … education benefits offered by the VA are available at the official U.S. government website at …

The FAFSA Form

… The FAFSA Form What is the FAFSA®? The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is the application for various types of federal and state … : Call the IRS at 1-800-908-9946 Online Request : At this site you may request a transcript online or by mail. Be sure …

Identity-Based Housing

… fall and spring semesters. Our identity-based housing is available to all Hampshire students through an opt-in … race, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Residence Life is committed to offering identity-based housing. We recognize … from those of the College's mainstream population. It is through these means that we as a full community are most …

Adware, Spyware, and Key Loggers

… popup ads, or redirection of your web browsing. Spyware is largely invisible software that gathers information about … used. The distinction between these three types of malware is blurred, with multiple threats being delivered with one installation. Often this is accomplished by the initial malware installation …

Students of Under-Represented Cultures and Ethnicities (SOURCE)

… (SOURCE) Why participate in a SOURCE group? What is SOURCE? Why does SOURCE exist? Who participates in SOURCE? … topics of racial/ethnic/cultural diversity Fun! What is SOURCE? SOURCE (Students of Under-Represented Cultures and Ethnicities) is a coalition of groups that exist for students who identify …

Hampfest

… Hampfest What is Hampfest? Hampfest is your one stop shop to find everything Hampshire! Come … to offer while enjoying food, fun, and more... Hampfest is Hampshire College's student activities fair, held at the …

Social Media Guidelines

… profanity, personal attacks, commercial promotions or is otherwise deemed inappropriate based on Hampshire's … device or substance controlled by any other person. What is Hate Speech? Hate speech is any speech, gesture or conduct, writing, or display which …

FAQ: For Parents and Families of Prospective Students

… be exciting, exhilarating, and, yes, nerve-wracking. This is true for parents as well, even those who may have … experienced the process with older children. Every school is different, and things change. We hope this Q&A page eases the process a bit. Perhaps our best advice is to breathe and enjoy the experience with your child as …

Connecting to Eduroam at Hampshire

… first set it up on your device while at Hampshire. What is eduroam ? It is a global roaming wireless network available at thousands … and research facilities in the United States. This network is available everywhere on the Hampshire College campus. How …

Concern, Assessment, Response, Evaluation (CARE) Team

… Concern, Assessment, Response, Evaluation (CARE) Team What is CARE? The Concern, Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) team is a student-focused resource. It is comprised of staff from the Dean of Students Office, …

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Human Rights Leader Loretta Ross To Be Hampshire College Commencement Speaker

… students, employees, and trustees of the College. Ross is an author and speaker nationally and internationally on … for example. REFERENCE, LORETTA ROSS ( www.LorettaRoss.com ) “ Reproductive Justice in the Age of Trump ,” Dominion Lecture, James Madison University, September 26, 2017 “ Reproductive Justice Beyond Biology ,” Center for …

Holistic Learning Program

… Holistic Learning Program The Holistic Learning Program is an affirming and supportive space for you to work on your … Learning Program The Holistic Learning Program (HLP) is an opt-in academic support community for Hampshire College … meetings to anyone who would like to join. Our mission is to create space to: Cultivate introspection into the ways …

FAQ: For Incoming Students

… when you log in to TheHub. When you receive your bill, it is also listed as your account number. To access this … “approvals and holds.” Additional notes: If a course is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. The waitlist … “approvals and holds”. Additional notes: If a course is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. The waitlist …

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Second HampHack Hackathon Invites Students Beyond Tech, Across Disciplines

… preparing for an even greater response, as registration is set to open this month for the second-annual, 24-hour, … it as notes. (Blog link is http://activedeveloper.blogspot.com/2016/02/hamp-hack.html ) To learn more about HampHack … of five judges were women.” HampHack is registered as an official Major League Hacking event ( https://mlh.io/ ) and …

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

… Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) What is ADHD? Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a pattern of persistent inattention and/or hyperactivity … thinking, and sometimes feeling or acting restless. It is an invisible disability that represents the extremes of …

Frequently Asked Questions: Orientation Staff Positions

… Asked Questions: Orientation Staff Positions What is the difference between an orientation leader and an … own training prior to orientation leader training. What is the compensation for orientation staff? Orientation … with a co-leader who was not a transfer student, but who is willing to work with transfers (and ideally who has been …

Create Your Own Education

… to do. Our community of self-starters and changemakers is resilient, resourceful, and committed enough to do the … and select Saturdays. Apply Now Our admissions process is personalized and holistic, reflecting the values embodied … , a space just for you and your future classmates! This is Hampshire Hampshire College was founded in 1965 to create …

Student Groups & Activities

… indoor track, climbing wall, a sauna, and a pool; this is easier than you might expect. Learn More Where education is integrated with experience. Athletics Our teams compete … sports teams, identity-based groups, and more. Hampshire is home to a variety of students groups/organizations. Learn …

Admitted Students

… to our dynamic school. You already know that an education is what you make of it, and at Hampshire you can make it … as you begin to plan your academic goals. Learn More This is Hampshire Hampshire College was founded in 1965 to … The Hampshire Experience Best College Town Hampshire is in the Connecticut River Valley, one of the most magical …

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Hampshire Student Seeks to Improve Accessibility in Basketball with a Speech–to–Sign Language Algorithm

… like basketball was calling the fouls on time. Their motto is “See it and call it,” but how can you blow the whistle if … the action, and that disrupts the whole game. Basketball is a game that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and … of the aspects of Hampshire College that I appreciate most is the generous grant program, which empowers students to …

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New Case Study Details Hampshire College’s Mission-Based Endowment Investing

… policy and process for mission-based investing. The report is available free to institutions seeking more information … developing approaches to sustainable investing. Hampshire is widely known for aligning endowment investing with issues … described in the report, Hampshire established its first official investment policy in 1977, then adopted a more …

Cookies and Cache: When to Clear

… Web browsers store information on your computer. This is generally helpful, but can occasionally cause problems. Find out when to clear and when to keep. What is a Cache? Web browsers (Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and … you look at a flight schedule on an airline's website, the site might create a cookie that records the pages you visited …

Working from Home? VPN Can Help

… you should install and test it before you need it. What is VPN? VPN stands for "Virtual Private Network." It's an … you should install and test it before you need it. What is VPN? VPN stands for "Virtual Private Network." It's an …

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Hampshire Announces Ribbon-Cutting Opening Ceremony for Kern Center

… ceremony for the R.W. Kern Center has begun, as Hampshire is now finalizing plans for the building’s official ribbon-cutting on Friday April 29, 2016. In … list” materials, right down to the duct tape allowed on site. The project has been featured by many media outlets …

Policy on Contracts and Contracting

… Contract Definition Under this policy, a contract is an agreement between Hampshire College and another party … of policies and procedures appearing elsewhere on this web site. Purchase of Services: In general, services that the … the office though which the contract is being made.) The official College address is 893 West Street, Amherst, MA …