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Sunday, August 30 - Monday, August 31
Central check-in for entering students
Monday, August 31 - Monday, September 7: Orientation
During the week before the start of classes, all new students gather to learn about
the college and get to know each other.
Sunday, September 6 - Monday, September 7
Central check-in for returning students
Monday, September 7
Opening convocation, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8
Classes begin at 8 a.m.
To be announced by the president: Mountain Day
Mountain Day is a surprise break from classes. The president chooses a beautiful
fall day and announces the holiday by ringing the college bells. Classes scheduled
before 7 p.m. are canceled.
Saturday, October 10 - Tuesday, October 13
Autumn recess
Friday, October 23 - Sunday, October 25: Family
Weekend
First-year students, sophomores, juniors, Ada Comstock Scholars and their families
are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic
and social events.
Monday, November 9 - Friday, November 20
Advising and course registration for the second semester
Tuesday, November 10: Otelia
Cromwell Day
Otelia Cromwell Day is an annual slate of workshops, lectures, films and entertainment held to honor
Smith's first known African-American graduate. Afternoon and evening classes are canceled.
Wednesday, November 25 - Sunday, November 29
Thanksgiving recess (houses close at 10 a.m. on November 25 and open at 1 p.m. on
November 29)
Tuesday, December 15
Last day of classes
Wednesday, December 16 - Friday, December 18
Pre-examination study period
Saturday, December 19 - Tuesday, December 22
Midyear examinations
Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - Sunday, January
3, 2010
Winter recess (houses and Friedman apartments close at 10 a.m. on December 23 and
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Monday, January 4 - Saturday, January
23, 2010
During January Interterm, the college is open, but residence is not required. For
two to three weeks, Interterm provides time for students to investigate a special
area of interest; to participate in courses, activities and conferences at Smith
and other area colleges; to do work in libraries, museums, laboratories, etc.; to
participate in internships; to work on research projects individually, in small groups
or with faculty; or to enjoy the facilities of the campus at a more leisurely pace. No
classes are held on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 18.
Thursday, January 21 - Sunday, January 24
Orientation for entering students
Monday, January 25
Classes begin at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, February 17: Rally
Day
Rally Day is highlighted by an all-college convocation at which distinguished alumnae
are awarded the Smith College Medal, with a reception to follow. All classes
are canceled.
Saturday, March 13 - Sunday, March 21
Spring recess (houses close at 10 a.m. on March 13 and open at 1 p.m. on March 21)
Monday, April 5 - Friday, April 16
Advising and course registration for the fall semester
Saturday, April 17: Celebrating Collaborations
Celebrating
Collaborations is Smith’s annual showcase of student research and performance,
highlighting the collaborative efforts of
students and faculty.
Friday,
April 30
Last day of classes
Saturday, May 1 - Monday, May 3
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, May 4 - Friday, May 7
Final examinations
Saturday, May 8
Houses close for all students except graduates, commencement workers and those with
Five College finals after May 8.
Sunday, May 16: Commencement
Commencement Weekend is Smith's final chance to honor its graduating seniors and
to observe such traditions as Ivy Day and Illumination Night. The weekend culminates
on Sunday when parents, friends and seniors gather for the awarding of diplomas.
Monday, May 17
All houses close at noon. |
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