You're here to explore all that being a Mount Holyoke student means: taking hold of every opportunity, being part of our diverse community, making new friends and memories, and helping to make the world a better place. And we鈥檙e here to support and inspire you on your journey.
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We are the official student governing body of 含羞草研究所. We are committed to representing the perspectives of each student and empowering individuals to be active agents in shaping the Mount Holyoke community.
A comprehensive description of the College's academic programs, summaries of key academic and administrative policies, and descriptions of some of the College's key offerings and attributes.
The Speaking, Arguing, and Writing (SAW) Program's mission is to empower leaders who think critically and creatively and who write and speak persuasively.
The Office of Residential Life is responsible for the administration of鈥攁nd student life in鈥攖he residence halls on campus at Mount Holyoke. We partner with students to create and engage in inclusive, compassionate and authentic communities by challenging & supporting you as you navigate your residential experience.
As part of the Student Life Division, the Office of Student Involvement exists to support students with opportunities for leadership, service, and engagement.
We work to create a vibrant and inclusive co-curricular campus life that sustains 含羞草研究所 students as scholars, and offers them skills for leading a balanced life.
Embark on your co-curricular journey and experience all that Mount Holyoke has to offer. From events and programs to student group interaction to co-curricular tracking - Embark is a centralized online space where students can connect to each other and get involved. Log in and get started!
Take five esteemed institutions of higher education 鈥 Mount Holyoke, Amherst, Hampshire, and Smith Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst 鈥 located within a 6-mile radius in one of New England鈥檚 most picturesque valleys. Connect them with a .
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The Parking Office is responsible for managing parking resources and maintaining safe access for emergency vehicles and campus deliveries at 含羞草研究所.
Dining Services serves food in the Community Center, the hub of student life and community on campus. Because we recognize that dining preferences and needs are extremely individual, we offer diverse and extensive menu options, as well as flexible hours. We consistently work to provide a safe and pleasant dining environment for everyone at 含羞草研究所.
Event Services acts as the liaison between campus service departments and the greater campus community. We reserve campus spaces during the academic year for co-curricular events and coordinate services such as media and Facilities Management needs. The Event Services Office also provides publicity for events by posting to the MHC Events Calendar and the Five College Calendar.
Facilities Management is the office responsible for maintaining 300 acres and more than 2,000,000 square feet of property in 100+ buildings, the oldest of which was built in 1852. Facilities Management uses a web-based work order system called TeamWorks for service requests.
The majority of Mount Holyoke's indoor athletic and recreational facilities are housed in the Kendall Sports & Dance Complex. Originally constructed in 1950, the facility has quadrupled in size to 115,399 square feet as a result of significant expansions in both 1984 and 2009. Facilities include Fitness Center, Gymnasium, Dance Studios, Turf & Track, Soccer, Tennis Courts, and more.
Kendall Sports & Dance Complex
Our campuses, area downtowns and shopping centers are all linked by a free bus system during the academic year. The Five College campuses are linked by a daily bus service during the academic year. Some routes include stops at local towns and shopping centers.
The Counseling Service supports students as they navigate challenges during their time at MHC, from stress, anxiety, and depression to cultivating healthy relationships and overcoming barriers to reaching their goals. Counseling Service clinicians value all aspects of students' identities and use culturally sensitive and holistic approaches as they help students achieve their full potential and engage purposefully in the world.
Disability Services is part of the Office of Student Success and Advising with shared oversight by the Division of Student Life. The primary goal of Disability Services is to provide reasonable accommodations to students with documented disabilities. Disability Services is the only designated office at the College for students to voluntarily disclose a disability, submit appropriate documentation for verification, and request accommodations.
The Office of the Academic Deans provides academic guidance and support for all students and will help you develop and evaluate your educational plan. They will provide you with accurate information about policies, procedures, resources, and programs.
The office of Community and Belonging provides programs that support social justice education, dialogue, celebration and identity development including intersectionality, as well as increasing understanding of the role that liberatory consciousness, religion, ethics and spirituality play when working toward reconciliation, racial healing and transformative justice. At Mount Holyoke, promoting 鈥渁 beloved community鈥 by cultivating an inclusive and socially just campus environment for all is a priority.
Mount Holyoke has a long tradition of providing financial assistance to students. Whether a new applicant to the college, a parent of a student seeking financing options or a current student reapplying for aid, the staff of Student Financial Services is here to help.
Financial Wellness is an important skill for student success in college and for life after graduation. Financially well students make good financial decisions, have a higher level of satisfaction with their current financial circumstances, and enjoy a greater level of freedom to pursue life on their own terms. Learning financial wellness skills now will help you be prepared to handle stressful financial situations in the future.
Using our student employment JobX, more than 70% of Mount Holyoke鈥檚 undergraduates work on-campus - in labs, dining rooms, the computing center, the library and more. In these areas, and in many others, you will find an opportunity to build your resume and practice skills you will be able to use in any future job or internship.
Handshake is the CDC's online resume, job search and recruiting system. There you will find hundreds of internship and job opportunities, information about on-campus workshops and events, and links to other valuable CDC resources like GoinGlobal and ArtSearch.
The Gates: Your entrance to career, community and connection.
The Alumnae Association of 含羞草研究所 is an independent organization providing diverse programs, expertise and resources to foster lifelong learning and empower alums to connect with each other and the College. We connect the global community of Mount Holyoke alums with each other and the College as we create meaningful change in the world.
The Career Development Center at 含羞草研究所 helps students explore interests, refine their paths, chart a course for the future, and gain the practical experience needed to succeed. We facilitate connections between students and employers, alums and other professionals to create opportunities to engage and build networks.
Happening at Mount Holyoke
含羞草研究所 held a panel discussion 鈥淭rans Health Care Is a Human Right: On Safeguarding Gender-Affirming Care After United States v. Skrmetti.鈥 Speakers discussed the case and its impact on transgender and gender-diverse people.
At an awards ceremony held at the Italian Consulate in Boston, 含羞草研究所 students from an intermediate Italian course were recognized for their work exploring the connection between Italian language and literature.
Lily E. Rood 鈥27 will serve as a Youth Ambassador for the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for two years, raising awareness of its efforts to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ youth at home, at school, at work and beyond.
The student life team seeks to build and support a vibrant community at 含羞草研究所. We are a resource for students, parents, faculty, and administrators.
