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Add/Drop Starts Sunday, August 31
Students who need to make fall registration changes may use ISIS to do so starting Sunday, August 31. Advisor approval is required first. (Most non-new students already have approval. New students will meet with their advisors during Orientation.) For more information, please contact the Registrar’s Office (x2025).
Posted August 28, 2008 at 4:49 pm
Parking Decal Pickup
Decals will be available in Gorse Lot for pickup on Sunday, August 31 and on Monday, September 1 from 10 am - 4 pm. The Parking Office will work extended hours, 8:30 am - 5 pm, from Tuesday, September 2 - Friday, September 5. For more information, please contact Charlyn Puza (x2514).
Posted August 28, 2008 at 4:45 pm
Grant-in-Aid for Music Lessons
Students who receive financial aid from the College are eligible to apply for a grant to help pay for lessons. Applications are available on the bulletin board across from the Music Office and online. For more information, please contact Michele Scanlon (x2306).
Posted August 28, 2008 at 2:44 pm
Music 100 Exemption Exam
The Music 100 Exemption Exam will be given on Friday, September 5, at 4 p.m., in Room 109, Pratt Hall. Students may enroll initially in performance study for one semester without pre-requisite but continued study is contingent upon successful completion of the Music 100 requirement by either passing the exemption exam or taking the Music 100 course. For more information, please contact Michele Scanlon (2306).
Posted August 28, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Auditions for Performance Study
All students who wish to take individual or ensemble performance study must sign up for an audition/interview on the bulletin board across from the Music Office. Auditions will take place on Friday, September 5, from 1-4 pm. Details/expectations for auditions are posted on the bulletin board. For more information, please contact Michele Scanlon (x2306).
Posted August 28, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Moving Ahead at The Skinner Museum
Skinner Museum staff have made significant progress in researching and documenting the Museum’s collections. In an effort to focus resources on core collections used by MHC faculty and students, a group of carriages will be sent to auction in August. More
Posted August 25, 2008 at 9:23 am
Water: all clear
We have been advised that the District 2 water advisory has been lifted. The water is officially safe to drink again.
Posted August 18, 2008 at 9:15 am
Places Still Available for Spring Program in Costa Rica
Places are still available for Mount Holyoke’s new study abroad program in Costa Rica for spring 2009. This interdisciplinary program focuses on the challenges of global-local interaction in the cloud forest community of Monteverde. The program is open to all majors; at least one semester of Spanish language is recommended. Contact the McCulloch Center by Friday, September 5, at the latest if you wish to apply.
Posted August 14, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Water quality update
South Hadley Fire District 2 is currently conducting testing for E. coli bacteria in the water supply. In the meantime, residents of the district, which includes the Mount Holyoke campus, are strongly advised not to ingest the water. The water is safe for bathing. For the time being, it is not safe for tooth brushing, food preparation, and, needless to say, drinking. For such needs, please use bottled water or boil tap water for at least one minute. More information is available from the Town. We will alert the campus community once we have been advised that the problem has been resolved. In the interim, specific questions may be addressed to Facilities Management at x2012 or South Hadley Fire District No. 2 at (413) 532-9210.
Posted August 14, 2008 at 12:54 pm
Ordering Rental Regalia for Convocation
The Campus Store will be ordering Convocation Regalia on August 20. If you need to order Regalia for Convocation please contact Laurie at Ext. 2111.
Posted August 14, 2008 at 10:54 am
Blanchard Café - End of Summer Schedule
Blanchard Cafe’s last patio BBQ will be Tuesday August 19th. The Cafe will be closed for cleaning on Thursday August 21st & Friday August 22nd. Thank you.
Posted August 14, 2008 at 10:52 am
Unregistered Bicycles
Over the summer a number of bicycles that were found to be unregistered have been confiscated by Public Safety. Any bicycles that are unclaimed by September 30, 2008 will be disposed of. Contact the Parking Office for further information at x2514. Any new bicycles brought on to Campus must be registered with the Parking Office.
Posted August 14, 2008 at 10:48 am
Water quality alert
Authorities from South Hadley District 2 have advised residents –including the Mount Holyoke campus– not to drink water out of faucets or fountains while they verify water quality. This is a precautionary measure, and there is no immediate cause for alarm. Water that has been boiled for at least one minute can be considered safe to drink. We will let the campus community know when the warning has been lifted.
Posted August 13, 2008 at 3:35 pm
Water quality alert
Authorities from South Hadley District 2 have advised residents –including the Mount Holyoke campus– not to drink water out of faucets or fountains while they verify water quality. This is a precautionary measure, and there is no immediate cause for alarm. Water that has been boiled for at least one minute can be considered safe to drink. We will let the campus community know when the warning has been lifted.
Posted August 13, 2008 at 3:34 pm
TIAA/CREF appointments available 8/19/08
Our TIAA/CREF representative will be available for free individual counseling appointments on 8/19 in Blanchard 213. If you are interested in meeting with Katie Klipstein, please call her assistant, Marion Morganti at 1-866-904-7802.
Posted August 8, 2008 at 2:07 pm
Loan Options Available Post MEFA Announcement
MEFA Loans will not be available for fall 2008 due to the difficult capital market conditions. Families waiting for the MEFA announcement to make a financing decision should consider alternative sources and make a decision in a timely fashion. The Federal Direct PLUS Loan is a fixed rate option with an interest rate of 7.9%. The PLUS Loan also has a deferral option. Visit PLUS Loan Details for more information.
Posted August 8, 2008 at 11:37 am
Alumnae Quarterly now available
The summer Alumnae Quarterly magazine is now available. Pick up your copy here: * Blanchard Campus Center (both entrances) * Library entrance * Skinner Hall (main level entrance) * Kendade Hall atrium (lower level) Or you can read the Quarterly online at www.alumnae.mtholyoke.edu.
Posted August 5, 2008 at 1:52 pm
Porter Lot Closed
Beginning tomorrow, July 30, and for the next three weeks, Porter Lot will be closed to parking except to construction vehicles. Alternatively, please use the Prospect, Greenhouse or Gorse Lots during this time. For more information, please contact Charlyn Puza (x2514).
Posted July 29, 2008 at 3:08 pm
Administrative Changes in Public Safety
Effective July 1, 2008, MHC has entered an agreement with Hampshire College for joint campus public safety services under the leadership of Paul Ominsky who is the current Director of Public Safety at Mount Holyoke. More
Posted July 21, 2008 at 11:37 am
Front Entrance to Eliot House Temporarily Closed
The entrance off of Gateway Road to Eliot House, which houses the Office of Religious & Spiritual Life, will be temporarily closed starting Monday, July 21 for approximately one month. You may enter Eliot House from the first floor entrance by walking up the side walk off of Lower Lake Road alongside the Art Building. For more information, please contact Gayle Higgings (x2054).
Posted July 18, 2008 at 2:33 pm
Road Closing 7-19 through 7-26
The New Residence Hall project will require the temporary shut-down of Lower Lake Road from July 19 to July 26. If an extension of time is required, then a second notification will be published. For more information, please contact Austin Martin (x3491).
Posted July 16, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Mount Holyoke Community Invited to Marlboro at a Discount
Marlboro Music, a summer chamber music festival at Marlboro College in southern Vermont, has extended a special offer.
First time attendees from the Mount Holyoke community may purchase tickets at a 20 percent discount for July 12, 19 and 26, at 8:30 p.m.; July 13, 20 and 27, at 2:30 p.m.; and August 8, at 8:30 p.m.
Tickets and information, call 802-254-2394 or visit.
Posted July 14, 2008 at 3:06 pm
Abbey Chapel handicapped ramp entrance is closed
The handicapped ramp entrance is closed to Abbey Chapel while a permanent handicap ramp is put in place. You may still enter the Chapel through the handicap entrance on the south side of Abbey Chapel near the Registrar’s office. Handicapped access to Abbey Interfaith Sanctuary is unavailable at this time. Work is expected to be done by the end of August.
Posted July 8, 2008 at 3:48 pm
Lower Lake Road Closing
The New Residence Hall project will require the temporary shutdown of Lower Lake Road from July 9, 2008 through July 18, 2008. Work is expected to be completed during this period. If an extension is needed the road will remain closed July 21 through July 25, 2008. Please email Austin Martin, Facilities or call cell: 860-808-6118 or phone: 413-538-3491.
Posted July 3, 2008 at 1:47 pm
Voluntary Electric Curtailment Program
Mount Holyoke College has voluntarily joined a program to curtail electric use during peak periods this summer. Testing will occur June 18th. See link for details.
Posted June 10, 2008 at 4:35 pm
Sustainable Energy Conference
Interested in regional sustainable energy? UMass Amherst Office of Research and Co-op Power are sponsoring a conference at UMass Amherst on June 20 and 21. For details, visit the Co-op Power web site.
Posted June 10, 2008 at 9:37 am
Route 47 Bridge Project
The Route 47 bridge will be closed on or around Thursday, June 12, and will remain closed possibly until December. Detour signs will be posted. The western half of Pearl Street and all of Woodbridge Street will be used for the detour. Heavy truck traffic is expected on Route 9 and 116. For more information, contact the Mass. Highway Department at (413) 584-1611 or the South Hadley Department of Public Works at (413) 538-5033.
Posted June 5, 2008 at 11:15 am
Summer Patio BBQ
Blanchard summer patio BBQ’s start Tuesday, June 10th, 2008 - Look for our menus on line. Price remains $5.99. Hope to see you all come on by!
Posted June 2, 2008 at 2:45 pm
Blanchard Cafe Summer Hours
Blanchard Cafe summer hours start Monday June 2nd, 2008. Summer hours are: Monday through Friday 11:30 am-1:30 pm.
Posted June 2, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Regional Hazardous Waste and Medication Disposal Day
South Hadley is sponsoring a regional hazardous waste and drug disposal day on Saturday, June 28. A great opportunity to clean out your garage and medicine cabinet. Preregistration is required, see their announcement for details.
Posted May 27, 2008 at 10:19 am
Botanic Garden Plant Sale
Great selection of perennials, shrubs, houseplants and more. Sunday, May 25, and Sunday, June 1, from 9-3 on the west side of the greenhouse. Open to the public.
Posted May 25, 2008 at 12:22 pm
Senior BBQ
The rain location for the Senior BBQ has been changed to the tent on Skinner Green.
Posted May 21, 2008 at 10:30 am
MHC Discount on Burroughs Tickets
Special ticket prices for the Augusten Burroughs reading at MHC on June 18 are available for the Mount Holyoke community: $5.00 OFF per ticket, when ordered in advance. Order in person at the UMASS Fine Arts Center Box-Office, by telephone at 413-545-2511 or 800-999-UMASS, or online. Maximum four tickets per order. Use code MHC before placing order. More info, including pre-discount ticket prices, at:
http://www.wfcr.org/WFCREVENTS/index.php
Posted May 15, 2008 at 10:40 am
Summer Conferences 2008
Conference & Event Services is getting ready for another busy summer. Mount Holyoke College will welcome 27 conferences and events. Our summer visitors include young women and men, alumnae, parents, and faculty from institutions worldwide. For more information visit Conference Services, call X2333 or email.
Posted May 14, 2008 at 12:27 pm
Scholarships Available for Summer Camps
The US Gymnastics Training Centers and the USSC Swim camps have generously offered scholarships for children of faculty and staff for this summer. For more information, please visit Conference Services, call X2333, or email.
Posted May 14, 2008 at 12:15 pm
New Search Engine is Now Live!
Members of the Mount Holyoke community can now use Google’s technology to search the College’s Web sites! The new search box, powered by Google Custom Search, is available at the main search page, the homepage, and nearly all other official pages.
Posted May 14, 2008 at 11:37 am
Willits Community Lunch Closing
The Community Lunch Buffet at Willits will be coming
to a close for the academic year this Friday, May 16. We hope you’ll have occasion to stop in this week. The staff at Willits-Hallowell wishes all wonderful summer.
Posted May 13, 2008 at 12:48 pm
Five College Bus Rerouted 5/14 - 5/18/2008
Due to the closing of Lower Lake Road May 14 - May 18, 2008, the Five College Bus will not be able to access the Blanchard Bus Stop or the Mary Woolley Bus Stop during that time. The bus will make its normal stop on Park Street near Reese, travel back to Route 116 via Morgan Street, and make its normal stop at the Library Bus Stop on Route 116. Please call the PVTA at 545-0056 with any questions about their schedule.
Posted May 12, 2008 at 10:23 am
Friday’s Blanchard Vendor: The Gallery
Friday, May 9: The Gallery. Sterling Silver jewelry, Textiles
$5 - $25
See the Vendor Calendar to find out when your favorite vendor is coming to Blanchard. Brought to you by the Office of Student Programs.
Posted May 8, 2008 at 3:00 pm
Extensions/Incompletes
An instructor may not accept exams or papers due in lieu of exams after 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 13, unless the instructor has approved an extension authorized by the Director of Health Services or of the Counseling Service or one of the academic deans. The deadline for students to request an extension for incomplete work is May 13, at 5:00 PM.
Posted May 8, 2008 at 1:59 pm
Lower Lake Road Closed May 14th - 18th
Repaving Lower Lake Road is part of the New Residence Hall project; a temporary shutdown of the road will be required May 14-18. Lower Lake Rd will be shutdown between Morgan St. and Blanchard Circle Road, with no access to Lower Lake Road from either direction and no access to Lower Lake Road from Woolley Circle during this time. For more information visit, email or call 860-808-6118.
Posted May 8, 2008 at 11:07 am
Deadline for Telephone Directory Updates
The deadline for Campus telephone directory updates is July 7. To update your individual information visit http://www.mtholyoke.edu/go/teldir. Sign in with your username and password to check that all the information is correct or to make changes. Departmental assistants should add telephone and office room numbers for new faculty and/or staff via the web form.
Posted May 7, 2008 at 10:03 am
Benefits Fair May 15th
Don’t Gamble With Your Benefits! Come to the Benefits Fair on May 15th in Chapin Auditorium! 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Stop by and meet the vendors, ask questions, fill out paperwork. Raffles and giveaways!
Posted May 6, 2008 at 11:48 am
Open Enrollment
May is Open Enrollment month! Employees may make changes to their benefits (health insurance, dental insurance, life and long term disability) during the month of May. Changes will take effect July 1, 2008. Visit the HR website for more information.
Posted May 6, 2008 at 11:43 am
The UPS Store On Campus May 9 - 14
The UPS Store will be on campus in Auxiliary Services May 9 - 14 from 10am - 4pm (excluding Sunday) to assist you with your packing and shipping. From computers & stereos to books and furniture, The UPS Store can solve all your packing and shipping problems. Domestic and international shipping available. Shipping supplies available. Accepting cash, check and credit cards. For more information email or call ext. 2462.
Posted May 6, 2008 at 10:47 am
Kendall Locker Room Cleaning & Issuing Procedures
Lockers can be kept through the summer and next academic year. Please re-register at the Info Desk between May 5th and June 1, 2008. Any lockers not re-registered by June 1st will be cleared out and items donated to charity. For more information call ext. 2284.
Posted May 6, 2008 at 10:41 am
EXTENSIONS/INCOMPLETES
An instructor may not accept exams or papers due in lieu of exams after 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 13, unless the instructor has approved an extension authorized by the Director of Health Services or of the Counseling Service or one of the academic deans. The deadline for students to request an extension for incomplete work is May 13, at 5:00 PM.
Posted May 2, 2008 at 2:19 pm
Microsoft Office Deal for $59.95 - Expires 5/16/08
Microsoft has extended the Ultimate Steal Program until Friday, May 16. You can purchase a full license for the Office Suite at the reduced price of $59.95. For more information, please contact LITS - Community Technical Support (x2027).
Posted May 2, 2008 at 10:03 am
TECHNOFUTUROS: Critical Interventions in Latina/o Studies
Spanish professor Alberto Sandoval–and other contributors to a new
anthology of essays challenging conventional notions of Latina/o
identities, histories, and cultures by historicizing and differentiating
the multiple discourses of Latinidad–will gather at an event to note the
anthology’s publication. Friday, May 9, 2008 7:00 p.m. at Food for Thought Books Collective, 106 N Pleasant, Amherst, MA. More information at www.foodforthoughtbooks.com
Posted May 1, 2008 at 3:01 pm
A Service of Remembrance For Victims of Genocide
A Service of Remembrance will be held for Holocaust victims and all victims of genocide on Friday, May 2 at 12:15 pm in Abbey Interfaith Sanctuary. Please join us for this service as the Mount Holyoke bells toll in remembrance of all who have lost their lives to genocide. For more information email or call ext. 2054.
Posted April 30, 2008 at 3:53 pm
Silent Auction For Scholarships
The local MHC alumnae club will hold its second silent auction, Saturday, May 3, starting 6:30 p.m. at the brick church across from Dwight. Entrance donation - $15. Variety of items for every taste. All welcome! Proceeds benefit MHC student scholarships. For more information email or call 532-1864.
Posted April 30, 2008 at 12:27 pm
Community Breakfast Dialogue
An alternative form of community breakfast! Engage with students, staff, and faculty in a dialogue about how each person’s labor contributes to the Mount Holyoke community. May 1 in the Blanchard Great Room from 8 to 9 am. Celebrate International Labor Day! Sponsored by the Student Coalition for Action (SCA). For more information email or call ext. 537-1970.
Posted April 29, 2008 at 1:41 pm
Summer Housing Applications Available
A limited number of residence hall rooms will be available for summer rental in Dickinson House and Persons Annex to current Mount Holyoke students. Housing is available Wednesday, May 14th through the start of school in September. Applications are available in the Office of Residential Life or online, and are due to the Office of Residential Life by Monday, May 5th. For more information email or call ext. 2088.
Posted April 29, 2008 at 9:53 am
J-Term: YOU can teach! (Deadline extended until May 2)
There’s still time! Students, staff and faculty can teach J-Term 200 non-credit classes or workshops. Proposal forms are available at the Blanchard Info Desk or online. Share your skills, hobbies, interests and expertise. $100 stipend paid to instructors. The new deadline for proposals is Friday, May 2. For more information email or call ext. 2478.
Posted April 29, 2008 at 9:47 am
Financial Literacy Workshop, Wednesday, April 30th
Got Loans? Do you have a strategy for meeting your finances now and in the future? Come learn about default prevention, choosing a loan, establishing good credit, successful budget planning and even what you need to know about identify theft. Location: Blanchard 108, 7:30pm. For more information email or call ext. 2291.
Posted April 28, 2008 at 4:22 pm
Women’s Locker Room
All MHC students must have lockers cleared out by June 1, 2008. Any remaining items will be donated to charity. Locker issue for MHC students will begin September 11, 2008. For more information call ext. 2310.
Posted April 28, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Campus Store Closed for System Update
Due to a system update, the campus store located in the Blanchard Campus Center, will be closed Tuesday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. We will reopen as soon as the update is complete. For more information call ext. 2111.
Posted April 25, 2008 at 9:15 am
African Studies Certificate
Seniors’ applications for the Five College African Studies Certificate must be made by Thursday, May 1, to Matt McKeever, John Lemly, Holly Hanson, or Samba Gadjigo. Applicants should supply a current transcript in support of their application by that date. The African Studies Certificate applications are available on the bulletin board outside Skinner 312, or on the Five College African Studies website.
Posted April 24, 2008 at 4:16 pm
Tenth Annual Blessing and Sending of Seniors: “Roots & Wings”
Seniors, Undergrads, Faculty and Staff, please join the MHC Religious Advisors and the Class of 2008 in sharing the spiritual side of graduation on Wednesday, April 30, at 4:30 pm in Abbey Memorial Chapel. This is an opportunity for all to look back with the Seniors on their years here at MHC and anticipate the great futures that await them. For more information, please contact Gayle Higgins (x2054).
Posted April 24, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Pick up the New Alumnae Quarterly Magazine Now
The spring Alumnae Quarterly is ready for pickup at the entrances to Blanchard, the Library, and Skinner, and in Kendade atrium (lower level, near lunch counter). For more information, please contact Emily Harrison Weir (x2301).
Posted April 24, 2008 at 1:03 pm
Friday’s Blanchard Vendor: India Cottage
Friday, April 25: India Cottage. Jewelry, clothing and gift items
$10-$130, Cash, M/C, VISA,Checks
See the Vendor Calendar to find out when your favorite vendor is coming to Blanchard. Brought to you by the Office of Student Programs.
Posted April 24, 2008 at 11:17 am
MHC van to Bradley Int’l Airport for Finals
May 9 - May 13 the MHC van will provide trips to Bradley Airport. Departure times each day are 5:30 am, 8 am, 11 am, and 2 pm. The cost is $12 per person. Payments made in cash or by check to the Office of Public Safety, prior to departure. For reservations contact Amanda Florek (x2826) or email. First Come, First Served.
Posted April 24, 2008 at 10:29 am
Community Lunch at Willits-Hallowell
The community lunch buffet at Willits will not be offered on Friday, April 25. Plan on joining us again before the end of the semester. For more information, please contact the Willits-Hallowell Center (x2220).
Posted April 23, 2008 at 10:55 am
Pangy Day time correction
The entire Pangy Day Community Festival program will run from 11:30 (not 11) am until 7 pm. The all-campus Pangy Day Picnic at Pageant Green will be held from 11:30 am until 1:15 pm.
Posted April 23, 2008 at 9:55 am
Inclusiveness Initiatives Fund
Do you have an idea for a project or event related to diversity? Do you want to enrich the MHC community? Apply now to the Inclusiveness Initiatives Fund. Available to all students, faculty, and staff. The deadline is April 29, 2008. Visit us at: Call for Proposals. For more information email. Sponsored by the Multicultural Community and College Life Committee.
Posted April 22, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Red Sox Bus Trips
Employees & their guests are invited to attend one of the following Red Sox games this summer. The games are Friday, July 11 vs Baltimore for $50 per person; Saturday, August 8 for $50 per person; and Sunday, August 17 for $75 per person. If you have any questions or want to sign up, contact the Fleet Officeor call ext. 2826.
Posted April 22, 2008 at 9:51 am
Spring Lighting Walk
There will be a Spring Lighting Walk on Thursday, April 24, 2008, starting from Public Safety at 9pm. The Lighting Walk is sponsored by the Public Safety Advisory Committee. This is your opportunity to get updates on campus lighting projects and give feedback about lighting on campus. For information, contact Kelley Murray or Elizabeth Cahn.
Posted April 22, 2008 at 9:48 am
Gorse Children’s Center has Afternoon Openings for 2008-2009
Gorse has afternoon openings (12:45 - 3:15) for Preschool (ages 3 1/2 - 4 1/2) 3, 4, or 5 days/wk. and Pre-K & Kindergarten (age 5 by Dec. 31st), 5 days/wk. If interested, please call (x2039) or apply online.
Posted April 18, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Friday’s Blanchard Vendor: MA Storage
Friday, April 18: MA Storage. Summer storage solution with the convenience of door-to-door service to thousands of valley students.
Posted April 18, 2008 at 9:23 am
English Department Prizes
Submissions of work to be considered for English department prizes and awards are due by 4 pm, Friday, April 25, in the English department office, 111 Shattuck Hall. For more information, please contact the English department (x2146).
Posted April 17, 2008 at 3:16 pm
NYC Bus Trip May 17
Employees & their guests, bus trip to NYC on Saturday, May 17. The cost will be $20 per person. Departure is from Kendall Lot at 6:30am. Arrival in NYC around 10:30am at 53rd & Broadway. Departure is from the same location in NYC at 6:30pm. Sign up at the Fleet Office or email Amanda Florek. For more information, please contact Amanda Florek (x2826).
Posted April 16, 2008 at 12:06 pm
5 College Relay for Life Needs Volunteers
This Friday-Saturday, Relay for Life is being held at Amherst College. The event is from 6:30 pm to 9:30 am April 18-19. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Dana Stuehling.
Posted April 16, 2008 at 9:55 am
Financial Literacy Workshop, Thursday, April 17th
Got Loans? Do you have a strategy for meeting your finances now and in the future? Come learn about default prevention, choosing a loan, establishing good credit, successful budget planning and even what you need to know about identify theft. Location: CDC Workshop room, 4-6pm. For more information call ext. 2291 or email.
Posted April 15, 2008 at 9:54 am
85th Kathryn Irene Glascock ‘22 Intercollegiate Poetry Competition
The English Deparmtent will host its 85th Glascock Poetry Competition on Friday & Saturday, April 18 & 19. Meet poet-judges John Koethe, David Lehman, and Larissa Szporluk at 3, Friday, Stimson Room; hear student-contestants compete at 8 in Gamble; listen to judges read their work 10:30, Saturday, Stimson Room. Free and open to the public. For more information visit the Intercollegiate Poetry Contest webiste, or call x2444 or email.
Posted April 14, 2008 at 4:01 pm
New Fall 2008 Courses in Gender Studies
Ana Croegaert, FP ‘97, an anthropologist who studies refugees, migration, and urban social networks, will offer two new courses for the Department of Gender Studies this fall. For more information, visit the Gender Studies website.
Posted April 14, 2008 at 3:52 pm
Theatre presents UBU ROI
UBU Roi is about a nobody and his exploits in Poland. Come see this French classic brought to life by an ensemble cast. Warning: For mature audiences only! To reserve tickets, please email. Dates are: Fri, April 18 @ 8pm; Sat, April 19 @ 8pm; Sun, April 20 @ 8pm, MHC amphitheater, please bring a blanket! PROJECT Theatre.
Posted April 14, 2008 at 1:32 pm
Sunday Brunch at Willits-Hallowell
Please join us at Willits for our “Spring Bounty” Brunch on Sunday, April 20, 2008. A wonderful selection of breakfast and luncheon items will be offered including a carving station and dessert table. Brunch is served from 11:30am-1:30pm. Reservations can be made at x2217. See full menu.
Posted April 14, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Become an Orientation Board Member
Applications for Fall ‘08 Orientation Board Members are being accepted through the Dean of Students Office. Applications can be obtained from the Dean of Students website or picked up from the Blanchard Info Desk. For more information contact Andrea at ext. 2550.
Posted April 14, 2008 at 1:02 pm
Course Withdrawal deadline is Tuesday 4/15
The deadline for students to withdraw from spring courses is Tuesday 4/15. Withdrawal forms are available for printing from the Registrar’s website. After securing her instructor’s signature, the student must submit the form to the Registrar’s Office by 5pm Tuesday. A “W” grade will be assigned. Call 538-2025 or email for more information.
Posted April 12, 2008 at 7:47 am
Deadline for requesting Ungraded Option is Tuesday 4/15
Deadline for requesting Ungraded Option is Tuesday 4/15
Tuesday 4/15 is the deadline for any first-year student to request the Ungraded option (to get “pass/fail” grading) in a current course. The request form is available online through a link on the front page of ISIS. Call 538-2025 or email for more information.
Posted April 12, 2008 at 7:41 am
Registration begins Monday, April 14
Registration for fall semester Mount Holyoke and Five-College courses begins Monday 4/14. Students should consult ISIS “Approvals…” display to see their individually assigned start dates/times. Registration requests for Five-College courses must be submitted by 11:59pm on Friday (4/18). Registration for Mount Holyoke courses continues through Friday, May 2. Call 538-2025 or email for more information.
Posted April 12, 2008 at 7:29 am
Greening MHC — Focus the Campus
Posted April 12, 2008 at 7:23 am
Public Safety Blogs Online!
Check out the new Public Safety Blogs and get the “inside scoop.”
Blogs are updated frequently and each includes an ask the office option.
Posted April 9, 2008 at 3:37 pm
Six Flags Tickets
The Human Resources department has tickets for Six Flags. Daily passes are $25 and season passes are $64.99, they can be picked up at the front desk. For more information, call 538-2503 or email.
Posted April 8, 2008 at 3:23 pm
Community Lunch at Willits-Hallowell
The community lunch buffet at Willits-Hallowell will be canceled on both Thursday and Friday of this week, April 10-11, as the Center will be accommodating luncheons in all of our available areas.
Posted April 7, 2008 at 3:02 pm
Edward R. Murrow Exhibit
From April 7-May 14, Archives & Special Collections is featuring an exhibit about noted journalist Edward R. Murrow to mark the 100th anniversary of his birth. The display includes material relating to his wife, Janet Brewster Murrow, Class of 1933. For more information, please contact Archives & Special Collections (x3079).
Posted April 3, 2008 at 1:19 pm
Math/Stat Department Picnic
Thursday, May 8, 5:00 pm, Skinner Green. Please email Laurie Kamins (lkamins) no later than Friday, April 25 if you’re planning to attend. Note: please indicate if you prefer a vegetarian entree. For more information, please contact Laurie Kamins (x2162).
Posted April 3, 2008 at 1:13 pm
Bone Marrow Registry Drive
Marrow Donor Registration Drive, Mt. Holyoke College, Monday, April 14, from 12- 5pm in Betty Shabazz Cultural House. Cosponsored by Student Health Committee and College Health Services. To register you must be 18-60, in general good health, and willing to donate to any patient. Tissue typing costs are covered by health insurance or Michael’s Fund of Fall River, MA. Please bring your health insurance information with you. For more information, please contact Karen Jacobus (x2466).
Posted April 3, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Commencement Photos
Seniors, Chappell Studio’s will be doing the photographing of seniors at the Commencement ceremony. Please go onto the Commencement webpage and pre-register for the photos. Here is the contact information if you have any questions. Customer Service at 1-800-424-3686 or by email. Families may sign up also, so please let your parents know. For more information, please contact Penny Silveira (x2663).
Posted April 2, 2008 at 10:23 am
Holyoke Public School Presentation
Not an Education Major? Interested in K-12 Teaching? Math, Science, English, History, Education Majors: We want you to bring your talents to Holyoke! Come to our information session to hear about teaching opportunities for September 2008 on Monday, March 31, Career Development Center’s Workshop Room, 4:15 p.m. For more information, please contact the Career Development Center (x2080)
Posted March 31, 2008 at 10:32 am
Geology and Geography Prospective and Current Majors’ Luncheon [CORRECTED]
The Department of Geology and Geography will host a prospective majors’ luncheon on Tuesday, April 1, from 12:15-1:15 pm, Clapp 3rd floor foyer. Students considering geology and/or geography as a major or minor are invited to share food, drink and lively conversation with geology and geography majors and faculty. Learn more about the department and courses. For more information, please contact Cecile Vasquez (x2278).
Posted March 27, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Not-for-Profit Career Workshop Tonight
Tonight, Thursday, March 27th, from 7-9:30 pm, 302 Psych Ed Building. If you are considering working in a not for profit or NGO, this is the workshop for you! Come and learn about: trends in this world of work, how it might fit for you, types of not for profits, and skills needed to succeed and differentiate yourself from other applicants in the field. It is anticipated that there will be many openings in this field due to retirements over the next few years and a new tier of skilled managers will be needed. This workshop will be offered by Jill Breckenridge, an alumna (Class of ‘65) from Belmont Ca, who is an expert organizational consultant practicing in the Bay area. For more information, please contact the Career Development Center (x2080).
Posted March 27, 2008 at 1:56 pm
Attention First-Years and Seniors
We need your help! You were recently invited to participate in the National Survey for Student Engagement (NSSE), an important national survey being used by the College to help evaluate both the curricular and co-curricular experience at Mount Holyoke. So far, only 48% of you have responded. A good response rate is vital to our mission and I urge you to take a few minutes now to complete the survey if you have not yet done so. All responses are confidential. Everyone responding will be entered into a raffle for three prizes of $50 in MHCXpress Card credit. For more information, please contact Alison Donta-Venman (x3143).
Posted March 27, 2008 at 1:46 pm
Grant-in-Aid for Music Lessons
Students, who plan to continue taking music lessons in fall ‘08 and who receive financial aid from the College, are eligible for a grant to help pay for lessons. Deadline for application is Friday, April 18. Applications are available in the Music Office. For more information, please visit the performance studies website or contact the Music Department (x2306).
Posted March 27, 2008 at 1:41 pm
Early Bird Auditions
Auditions for students wishing to enroll in performance study for the first time will be held Wednesday, April 9, from 4-6 pm. For Piano, Voice, and Flute, sign up on bulletin board across from Music Office; for Violin, email Linda Laderach; for Cello, email Kivie Cahn-Lipman. For more information, please visit the registration website or contact the Music Department (x2306).
Posted March 27, 2008 at 1:32 pm
Passover April 19-27, 2008
Keeping Kosher for Passover? The Office of Religious & Spiritual Life will be keeping Kosher for Passover in the Eliot House Lounge April 19-27. If you would like a Kosher for Passover meal during this time, please fill out a Passover Registration Form and return it to Amelia Ender in Eliot House. For more information, please contact Amelia Ender (x3045).
Posted March 26, 2008 at 10:32 am
Arabic Film Festival
- Monday, March 31 Against the Government
- Tuesday, April 1 A Date with the Unknown
- Wednesday, April 2 Dananeer
- Thursday, April 3 The Big Game
For more information, please contact Elizabeth DuMont-McCaffrey (x4312).
Posted March 26, 2008 at 10:19 am
Public Safety Survey Closing; Enter to Win $$$
The Public Safety survey will remain online through April 1, 2008. Win a chance at $10, $25 or $50 deposited on your one card with an optional end-of-survey raffle.
If you haven’t done so already, please take the online survey now. Paper copies are also available at Public Safety. For more information, visit the Public Safety web site.
Posted March 26, 2008 at 9:26 am
Politics Department Prospective Majors’ Gathering
The Politics Department will host a Prospective Majors’ gathering on Thursday, March 27 from 4:30-6:00 pm, Cassani Lounge, 102 Shattuck Hall. Students considering Politics as a major or minor are invited to share food, drink and lively conversation with Politics majors and faculty. Learn more about the Politics department and courses. For more information, please contact Patricia Ware (x2132).
Posted March 24, 2008 at 10:29 am
Critical Social Thought Prospective Majors’ Lunch
The Program in Critical Social Thought will host a Prospective Majors’ lunch on Thursday, March 27 from 12:15-1:30 pm, Cassani Lounge, 102 Shattuck Hall. Students considering CST as a major or minor are invited to share food, drink, and lively conversation with CST majors and faculty. Learn more about the CST program and courses. For more information, please contact Patricia Ware (x2132).
Posted March 24, 2008 at 10:25 am
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