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Your First Year

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  3. Your First Year

It's your first year at Hampshire, and we don't want you to miss a thing.

Shape Your Academic Path

  • Understand the divisional system
  • 30+ centers and programs for you
  • Learn more about academic support resources
  • Get to know the library
  • Have your papers and course materials printed, bound, or copied
  • Explore the five college consortium
  • Go global

Get Involved on Campus

  • Get outside with OPRA
  • Learn about identity-based groups and programming
  • Join a student group or create one of your own
  • Turn your work-study eligibility into campus employment
  • Explore internship opportunities and polish your resume

Take Care of Yourself

  • Tour campus residences and meet the staff
  • Schedule a check-up, or talk to a counselor
  • Educate yourself about your health
  • Understand your meal plan
  • Explore financial aid resources
  • Learn how to keep yourself safe

Find Your Way

  • Locate buildings and offices throughout campus
  • Know when the places you need are open
  • Learn your campus acronyms
  • Understand the bus system
  • Visit the farm
  • Explore the local area

What's Hampening

  • Browse the campus calendar of events
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  • Read announcements and news on the Intranet

Stay In Touch With The Office of Student Success

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