Smith College Parents and Families

Are you the parent or family member of an incoming Smithie? Why not join them in reading Aimee Nezhukumatathil’s ”World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments” (2020), the Smith Reads selection for fall 2024!

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Fun Fact! Did you know? In addition to Smith's extensive study abroad programs, Smithies can spend a semester (or year) at participating colleges through the 12-College Exchange Program.

Find out more here: https://www.smith.edu/academics/class-deans/studying-elsewhere/12-college-exchange

From Smith College Parents and Families, Happy Fourth of July!

For those in the area, here's where to see fireworks today through this weekend:

When and where are fireworks in western Massachusetts 22News is working for you with when and where the 4th of July fireworks will take place in western Massachusetts this year. For the full list visit WWLP.com.

Did you know that, in addition to Smith's iconic Neilson Library, Smithies have access to Hillyer Art Library, Josten Performing Arts Library, Special Collections, and the Alumnae Gymnasium right on campus?

Learn more about Smith's libraries here: https://libguides.smith.edu/welcome/

From Smith College Parents and Families, Happy Juneteenth National Independence Day!

Find here a Presidential Letter from April 13, 2021, regarding the college's observance of this important federal holiday: https://www.smith.edu/discover/leadership/president/letters/observing-juneteenth

Good afternoon, Smith College families! Today, we wanted to wish a belated welcome to the students (and families) of the Smith College School for Social Work who arrived on campus just a couple of weeks ago.

The highly-regarded Smith College School for Social Work offers low-residency, internship-intensive Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) and Ph.D. programs.

See the link below to learn more!

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During the Summer, many of our students choose to remain on campus for Smith's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). These faculty-led fellowships provide students an invaluable opportunity to continue their science education, gain research experience, and even seek publication.

Find out more about SURF: https://www.smith.edu/academics/computer-science/surf

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Congratulations to all our graduating seniors who walked across the stage this past weekend. From Smith College Parents and Families, we wish them all the best as they leave campus and embark on their future endeavors!

Welcome back, Class of 2014, 2004, 1989, 1984, and 1974!

Reunion weekend is an exciting time as graduates of years past return to campus—not only to celebrate their 10th, 20th, 35th, 40th, and 50th years since graduation but to reconnect with the Smith community at the place where it all started.

Enjoy these photos from the Madeleine Yearbooks of our reunion classes!!

Congratulations to the Smith College Class of 2024! With Commencement this weekend, we've gathered some helpful information in the following FAQ:

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Second Friday: Art and Shape

May 10, 4-7 p.m.
@ Museum of Art

Enjoy a special pop-up exhibition and an evening of hands-on artmaking!

Draw inspiration from Rufino Tamayo's wall-sized mural "La Naturaleza y el Artista: La Obra de Arte y el Espectador" (Nature and the Artist; the Work of Art and the Observer), 1943. Create your own miniature composition of shapes through painting and collage on canvas.

Also, drop by the second floor for a special pop-up exhibition of works curated by talented sixth graders from the Campus School of Smith College!

A night filled with art, creativity, and fun. Don't miss it!

May 10 Second Friday: Art and Shape May 10 Second Friday: Art and Shape May 10, 2024 4–8pm Smith College Museum of Art Create your own composition on a mini-canvas to carry home!  Draw inspiration from Rufino Tamayo’s wall-sized mural La Naturaleza y el Artista: La Obra de Arte y el Espectador (Nature and the Artist; the Work o...

Today on Chapin Lawn at 6 pm, the Smith community can grab free pizza, ice cream, and t-shirts to celebrate the Smith Basketball's National Finalist team. What a great way to wrap up the last day of classes!

Finals week is fast approaching, but thanks to the Office of Student Engagement (OSE), our Smithies aren't stressing! From Star Wars to yoga to rollerskating, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So take a study break and hang out stress-free in the CC!

We hope you enjoyed some time outside for Earth Day! (this past Monday, April 22)

From the geothermal energy project to the Common Goods Resource Center, learn more about sustainability at Smith: https://www.smith.edu/academics/applied-learning-research/sustainable-smith

Only four weeks remain in the academic year! As students plan for the end of the semester, they still make sure to get outside and enjoy the nice weather, often bringing their studies with them. We wish all our Smithies well in preparing for final exams!

Photos by Aurelia DuShane '27

Calling all Smithies! Are you looking to meet new people and get more involved in the campus community?

Join the Office of Student Engagement tomorrow, Thursday, April 11th, from 4 - 5 pm for You Belong: Navigating Your Time & Place at Smith. Drinks and snacks will be included!

From Smith College Parents and Families, Happy National Siblings Day to all the siblings of our community!

Tonight in Bodman Lounge at the Helen Hills Hills Chapel! Join the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life in an evening of mindfulness and community. Sign-ups are not required, but if you plan to attend, please fill out the following form to help gauge attendance: https://forms.gle/wwYvjr4tq4QCL1CF6

Students are back on campus, classes have started up again, and the end of the semester is only six weeks away! Planning for these final weeks can be overwhelming. To help support your student, the First-Year Class Dean Jenny Joyce and the First Years Engagement Librarian Xochitl Quiroz are hosting an event for First-Year students, offering expertise in study skills, time management, and acing the home stretch. Let your Smithie know about this invaluable opportunity!

Happy Spring Break!

We hope this time is restful, productive, or whatever your Smithie needs it to be. Last week, we caught some students enjoying the sun and warm weather—we look forward to seeing everyone back on campus soon!

Photos by Aurelia DuShane '27

Spring has Sprung!

With the Botanic Garden's 2024 Spring Bulb Show coming to a close, we look back at the incredible work of the Lyman Conservatory. The Bulb Show has been a fixture of the Smith's Botanic Garden since 1901. This year's show featured over 9,000 bulbs brought to flower and five student-commissioned art installations. Check out the beautiful flowers in perfect bloom for spring!

Photo Credits: Aurelia DuShane '27

With many students heading off campus for spring recess, we want to let those remaining at Smith know of upcoming events and opportunities during the break. The Office of Student Engagement will provide trips and events within the Pioneer Valley all week in addition to fun on-campus opportunities!

This past Tuesday, Smithies enjoyed the sun and hung out with some of our campus dogs at Pet a Pet Day, a beloved tradition of the Smith community. A highlight of midterms week, this event allows students to take a break from exam prep and unwind with pets brought to campus by Smith faculty and staff. Enjoy these photos of Webster, Maia, and the Smith students at Pet a Pet Day!

Let us know if you see your Smithie featured!

Photo Credits: Aurelia DuShane '27

Watch Smith Basketball take on University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in the NCAA Division III Sweet Sixteen Basketball Tournament!

When? Friday, March 8 at 5 pm (doors open at 4:30 pm)
Where? Ainsworth Gym
Food? Pizza! (while supplies last)

Go, Pioneers!

Some updates on the exciting few weeks ahead!

We are finishing the first part of our Spring Semester and embarking upon the middle of our term. While there is no formal examination period, many professors hold exams or give assignments during the Midterm, so check in on your students to see how they're doing!

Luckily, students have something to look forward to after the Midterm; Spring Break is just around the corner! During this period, students receive a well-deserved break from their classes; Houses close at 10 AM on March 16th and re-open at 1 PM on the 24th. If your student plans on leaving campus later or returning to campus earlier than these times, they should register for Spring Break Housing so they have access to their house. The Spring Break Housing form is now open and closes at 11:59 PM this Friday, March 8th.

Have a great week!!

The Office of Student Engagement is excited to present some upcoming excursions for Smith students this semester!

On March 9th, OSE will be headed to Olana and Hudson, New York, where students can tour the Olana Historical Site and explore Hudson's downtown—located on the Hudson River, Hudson is a town of many Architectural styles, characterized by the beauty of upstate New York; Sign-ups begin tomorrow!

Looking to the future, on April 6th, there will be an excursion to Newport, Rhode Island. Students can take advantage of the food and shopping while enjoying the beauty of this picturesque New England coastal town. The trip will tour the Historic Breakers Mansion, once owned by the Vanderbilt Family and located on the cliffs overlooking Easton Bay of the Atlantic Ocean. Sign-ups for this trip begin Tuesday, April 2nd!

Happy Wednesday, Smith Families!

Our annual Rally Day was held this past Thursday, to honor both our soon-to-be graduating Smithies and the Smith College Medalists. This tradition, having endured since 1876, celebrates Smithies, who are about to embark on their journey into the world, and those Smithies who have succeeded and excelled in their fields after leaving campus. Current Smith seniors, finishing up their final semester on campus, don their graduation regalia for the first time, accompanied by a fun hat, and celebrate their hard work coming to fruition. Medalists return to receive the Smith College Medal, honoring them for their contributions to their communities and the world. Rally Day is a celebration of the strength of the Smith Community, and the power that Smithies have to contribute to the world.

We look back on the day with excitement, both for the Smithies who will be leaving us in May, and for the continuation of the tradition next year with the Class of 2025!

There's still time to register for Spring 2024 Counseling Groups! Whether your Smithie is looking to bolster their support network or build academic and emotional skills, counseling services has a group for them.

Email [email protected] or call (413) 585-2800 to sign up!

Happy Valentine's Day, Smith families! We hope you have a chance today to cherish all the relationships you hold dear.