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Macintosh Network Set Up

… wall jack (the larger jack next to your phone jack) and the other end into your computer (usually on the back). … Ethernet adapter, they should go on. If there is a light and it doesn't go on when your computer is on, you might have a wiring problem or bad cable. Call x5418 for assistance. At this point, your computer should …

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Greenwich House

… that mostly house students in their second, third, and fourth years. Every Greenwich mod houses four to seven residents, living in one double and two to five single rooms. Every mod contains a common … Each donut has a central common space that can be used for different activities. Donuts 2 and 3 have laundry …

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Chapter 9: Origins of Hampshire Institutions

… sowing of the seed--the cultivation of the crop--and the harvest. However, the harvest will not be the … the young people, who on this ground will grow in stature and mature into well-formed, well-rounded human beings. As … change in meaning, become unstylish, respelled or slang for something unintended. They stay fresh. The Tree of …

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Brief History of Loan Consolidation

… new consolidation loan would pay off the delinquent loans and borrowers had a new start and a chance to clean up their credit history. One attractive … such big business that several companies were created for the sole purpose of consolidating education loans. On …

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The Barbara Mettler Archive

… Archive Barbara Mettler , dancer, dance educator, author, and film and video producer, developed her own style of modern dance, … Her students later formed the International Association for Creative Dance to carry the principles of her work …

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Schedule of Board Meetings

… each fiscal year, in the months of September, February, and May (the May meeting is the Annual Meeting and takes place in conjunction with commencement). Meetings … is issued ten days in advance of meetings to allow time for review and preparation. Trustees may also be asked to …

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Forwarding Voice Mail to Email

… include the extension you are requesting be forwarded and we'll take it from there. How to Listen to Messages from … such information on your computer is regulated by federal and state laws. Be careful not to add voice messages to … iTunes library. This feature is provided as a convenience for faculty and staff, but it does have the potential for

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Prevent Laptop Destruction

… Prevent Laptop Destruction Laptops have become so common, and we carry them everywhere. Nevertheless, they are still … useless by avoidable accidents. Here are some suggestions for care of your laptop: Safe Positioning: When your laptop … at the edge. In this position it is far too easily bumped and dropped from the desk. Cord Safety: Make sure the power …

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Division I Requirements

… courses, one of which must be Division I seminar, and one a Community-Engaged Learning activity (CEL-1, … enabling students’ learning about a wide range of skills and approaches to the topic. Seminars orient students to … least six additional courses based on their own interests, for a required total of at least seven courses. Elective …

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To Know is Not Enough

… To Know is Not Enough Alum and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns talks about his life-changing experience at Hampshire. The message (and Hampshire's motto) is simple: To know is not enough. As a … you will join a diverse community whose members thirst for meaningful education, value authentic assessment beyond …

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Workplace Ergonomics

… Workplace Ergonomics Proper body position and mechanics are an important part of working safely. Simply stated, ergonomics is adjusting and arranging your work environment to fit you and your body. This may also require changing your body position for certain jobs and breaking bad habits such as poor …

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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.  … progression of skill development, preparing students for work of increasing sophistication and rigor. This …

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Tashmoo Lecture Series

… filmmakers, photographers, multimedia artists, critics, and historians to Hampshire College. The Tashmoo Lecture Series is sponsored by Tashmoo Productions, Inc. and the Blume family. Tashmoo Productions, Inc. is an … from Hampshire College in 1985. The faculty liaison for the Tashmoo Lecture Series is kara lynch , Associate …

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First-Year Students

… intellectual curiosity? A compulsion to collaborate and create? An infectious enthusiasm for ideas? If these are the symptoms, Hampshire’s the cure. … receive, a high school diploma or high school equivalency and be 17 years of age or older at the time of enrollment. …

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Daily Log Archive

… Log Archive Below is an archived listing of all incidents and accidents reported to the Hampshire College department of public safety in 2009. Each listing includes the date and time of the report; a description of the incident or … of the event; and a case number. These are provided for the education of the community as well as to satisfy the …

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Insurance Rates

… College continues to contribute the majority of the cost for all plans and tiers. The rate chart below reflects the premiums for … to contribute the majority of the cost for all plans and tiers. The rate chart below reflects the premiums for

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The Logo

… represents the four colleges (Amherst, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst) that created Hampshire, a proving ground for educational innovation and reform. Download the logo …

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Money Bytes: Our Financial Literacy Resource

… Money Bytes is our financial literacy education resource for Hampshire students and their parents. On this site, we present many timely financial topics, along with related web sites, and interactive exercises, all to educate and inform. We want …

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Identity-Based Resources

… professional environments, or cultivating networks and connections. It is our hope that the identity based … provided here will serve as a tool to amplify opportunity and foster greater equity as you explore the internship and … to support you. Here you'll find job search sites for LBGTQ+ friendly workplace communities, guides to affinity …

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History

… History The idea for Hampshire originated in 1958 when the presidents of Amherst, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges, as well as the University of … appointed a committee to reexamine the assumptions and practices of liberal arts education. Their report, "The …

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Basic Computer Care

… of if, it's when. Make sure you have a back-up system and use it regularly! Update Your Software Running software … can seem inconvenient, but they're actually crucial for keeping your computer safe and running well. Laptop Care Since they travel with us …

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IT Accessibility Working Group

… that they represent the currently accepted best practice for accessible information technology. As a group, they also … Dyck, Director of The Office of Accessibility Resources and Services Gaby Richard-Harrington, Instructional … Stack Developer Anne Pinkerton, Director of Communications and Marketing Emma Rodrigue, Assistant Director of …

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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 … learn more about programs and services based at the Center for Feminisms, Lebrón-Wiggins-Pran Cultural Center, Queer …

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Credit Bureaus

… agencies, are private companies which maintain records for everyone who has obtained various forms of credit. Credit … information related to the payment history, credit status, and credit scores of consumers. This information is available … information related to the payment history, credit status, and credit scores of consumers. This information is available …

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What to Share with a Recommendation Writer

… so they can reach you if needed. A reminder of how you and your recommender know one another; classes you took with … which you are applying. A brief description of your goals and plans; your resume; and any information you'd like your … A draft of your personal statement or research proposal (for grad school or scholarship applications).   … Share the …

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