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Integrative Learning

Integrative learning connects theory to practice, and the classroom to the world. At Smith, students explore individual passions and develop innovative responses to society’s complex and interconnected challenges.

What does Integrative Learning at Smith look like?

Integrative learning spans disciplines and can happen within your major, minor, or concentration. It can take place through a workshop offered by one of our centers or initiatives, or during an internship or original research in our special collections. At Smith, you can collaborate with faculty and staff on independent and collaborative research and creative projects—with these resources, there are no limits on what you can learn, connect, and create.

Students discuss their project during Joyapalooza

Showcasing Scholarship

Smithies are always up to something good! Each year, the spring semester offers a variety of chances for students to share their research, business ventures, art, or other projects from the academic year and previous summer. Check out how students are pushing the world forward in countless ways. 

Explore the 2025 Showcases

Collections

Since its founding, Smith College has invested in building world-class cultural, historical, and scientific collections. Combined, these materials represent what is uniquely Smith—rare and unique collections that embody, enable, and embolden liberal arts education.

Dive into the Botanic Garden, Museum of Art, and Special Collections

Concentrations

Concentrations are an academic option for students to explore the open curriculum in thematic ways, through providing focused access to the resources of centers and collections and highlighting career pathways.

Explore Concentrations

Campus Partners

Digital Projects

Instructional technology, video and audio production, and course project support.

Jacobson Center

Help with writing skills, presentations, tutoring, and support services.

Spinelli Center

Support for quantitative material across the curriculum, including tutors for STEM+ courses.

Contact Integrative Learning

Fraser Stables
Associate Dean for Integrative Learning
Professor of Art
Hillyer Hall 207C