Smith eDigest

12/10/2024 Digest

Smith College Workplace Campaign 2024

Thank you for contributing to the United Way through Smith�s workplace giving campaign! This helps fund new and persistent community needs for children, youth and families. If you haven't yet pledged, you still have one week left to do so - the campaign ends January 10. To contribute through payroll, visit https://secure.everyaction.com/oOMgSGvsj0K-pQrDlXbA4w2. To contribute by credit card, visit https://secure.everyaction.com/NuYW8B88L02yG75f_kzihw2. Or, you may send a check to United Way of Franklin & Hampshire Region (UWFH), P.O. Box 123, Northampton, MA 01061, Memo: Smith College campaign. To volunteer please contact Jenny Coeur jenny@uw-fh.org. Thank you!

Apply Now: Alice Williams Carson �37 Endowed Summer Internship at the Toledo Museum of Art , Deadline: December 13

The Toledo Museum of Art and Smith College Department of Art offer a paid summer internship for two qualifying students. Recipients of the Alice Williams Carson '37 Endowed Internship will work in the Curatorial Department of the museum for the duration of the internship period. This internship provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in museum practice while working closely with curatorial staff on various projects. All Smith students interested in exploring a career in art museums are eligible to apply. Visit http://www.smith.edu/academics/art �Prizes, Internships, & Opportunities� for more information. Application Deadline: December 13, 2024

Register Now for 'First Gen in the Workplace' Alum Career Program , Thursday, Dec. 12, 12:30 p.m., Virtual Event

As a first-generation college student, you bring a unique set of strengths and perspectives that can shape how you approach networking and your future career. These qualities can be powerful assets as you begin to navigate the professional world. In this Alum Career Program virtual event, explore how to leverage these strengths. You�ll learn strategies for building a strong professional network, navigating workplace challenges, and how your background can be an asset in your career journey. Plus, discover how employers can support and empower first-gen talent. Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/i0hMsA6/5a3tS62yqtp

ES&P Presents 'Sustainable Solutions' Senior Capstone Projects, Part 2 , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 12:15 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Presentations include "Informing Smith College Botanic Garden's Seed Collecting Policy" from Caroline Leon, George Kermond, and Grace Ellis; and "Evaluating the Case For Green Schoolyards: Equity and Climate Adaption in Massachusetts Public Elementary Schools" from Malika Gottfried and Neelie Markley. Lunch provided.

Wailing Banshees: Out on the Ocean , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

The Wailing Banshees are Out on the Ocean presenting tunes and songs evoking the sea, ships and maritime adventures. Directed by Ellen Redman. As always, jigs, reel, and the best craic on campus. Free and open to the public.

Fall Grad Dance Event , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Scott Gym Dance Studio

Catch an exciting first look at new work by Smith MFA 1st-year candidates: Chavi Bansal, Dimitri Kalaitzidis, Hannah Littman,and Sarah Young. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Tickets $3 at http://smitharts.ludus.com.

Important Preparation for Calendar Year Financial Close

December 31st marks the end of the calendar year, which brings a deadline for a number of tax reporting requirements as well as internal financial reporting. In order to ensure a smooth, accurate and timely financial close process, please see the Announcements on your Workday homepage to review your responsibilities and important dates regarding submission, review, approval and adjustment of key financial data. We appreciate your continued partnership.

Drop-in Research Support With the Library Research Mentors

Library Research Mentors (LRMs) are available for drop-in research support in the Neilson Learning Commons. LRMs can help you find books on specific topics, locate peer reviewed articles, navigate databases, format citations and so much more. Drop-in to ask any and all library and research questions. Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m. & 7-10 p.m.; Friday 1-4 p.m.

Textbook Returns and Donations at the Campus Center , Through December 10, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Resource Room, Campus Center Lower Level

If you borrowed a textbook from the SGA Resource Room earlier in the semester or you have textbooks that you do not need, return or donate them to the SGA Resource Room's desk between December 2nd and December 10th. The Resource Room is located in the Campus Center on the Lower Level, and office hours are between 11am and 7pm.

SWG 150 Presents 'Listening for Reproductive Justice' , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 5 p.m., Alumnae Gym, 3rd Floor

Stories from the Archives. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. Please bring your own earbuds.

Apply Now: Elizabeth Alexander Creative Writing Award , Deadline: December 31

The Elizabeth Alexander Creative Writing Award celebrates an author whose work embodies the lyrically powerful and historically engaged nature of Dr. Alexander�s writing. We aim for this award to highlight different forms of knowledge production that emerge from the artistic, political, and cultural advocacy undertaken by women of color nationally, transnationally, and globally. The award is open to all genres, including: poetry, fiction, play scripts, and non-fiction. Works engaging with feminism, race, and transnationalism will be prioritized. For more information about the award and how to submit, please visit https://sites.smith.edu/meridians/awards/elizabeth-alexander-creative-writing-award/

Submit to Smith Writes!

Are you a first year student? Are you taking a WI course? Submit your best writing from that course to Smith Writes! Smith Writes is a journal dedicated to writing by first year students in WI classes at Smith. The deadline for fall 2024 submissions is January 15. Authors whose work is accepted will work with Jacobson Center staff to edit their work for publication. For more information, and to see this year's issue, go to https://sophia.smith.edu/smithwrites/ Contact Sara Eddy at seddy@smith.edu with any questions. Submissions should be sent to smithwrites@smith.edu.

Smith Writes Submissions

Dear WI instructors--as we enter the final phase of the semester, please be on the lookout for exceptional first-year student essays in your Writing Intensive courses, and encourage those students to submit to Smith Writes. The deadline for fall 2024 submissions is January 15, 2025. Students whose papers are accepted will have the opportunity to make final revisions with a member of the Jacobson Center staff. For more information, and to see this year's issue, go to https://sophia.smith.edu/smithwrites/. Contact Sara Eddy at seddy@smith.edu with any questions.

Have an Idea for Smith Arts Day 2025?

On Saturday, April 19, the Smith Office for the Arts will host the second Smith Arts Day, a day-long celebration of the artistic and creative community at Smith College, bringing the arts together - across disciplines and across campus. SOFA invites you to join us for performances, talks, exhibitions, art-making activities and more. Are you a Smith faculty or staff member interested in proposing something for Smith Arts Day? Click to express your interest by FEBRUARY 7: https://forms.gle/tFATy2VA6RYy6N167

Have an Idea for Smith Arts Day 2025?

On Saturday April 19, the Smith Office for the Arts will host the second Smith Arts Day, a day-long celebration of the artistic and creative community at Smith College, bringing the arts together - across disciplines and across campus. SOFA invites you to join us for performances, talks, exhibitions, art-making activities and more. This year we will also have a student performance showcase in the evening. Are you a Smith student or student group interested in proposing something for Smith Arts Day? Click to express your interest by FEBRUARY 7: https://forms.gle/tFATy2VA6RYy6N167

LAST CALL to Pick Up Your Selected Employee Appreciation Gift at Garrison Hall

The final day to pick up your selected employee Appreciation Gift at Garrison Hall is Thursday, December 19th. After this date, Human Resources will reallocate the remaining items to support other engagement initiatives. For those who have already picked up their gift, we hope that you're enjoying it!

'Abortion Pills: US History and Politics' Book Launch and Conversation With the Author , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 5 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

�Abortion Pills: US History and Politics� book launch and conversation with the author, Carrie N. Baker, Chair of the Program for the Study of Women, Gender and Sexuality, Sylvia D�Lugasch Professor of American Studies. Facilitated by Jallicia A. Jolly, Assistant Professor of American Studies and Black Studies, Amherst College. Refreshments will be provided.

Moodle Gradebook Workshop , Thursday, Dec. 12, 2 p.m., Neilson 011 (Ground Floor)

Do you need help finalizing your Moodle Gradebook for the Fall semester? ITS will be offering a workshop to cover common grading schemes, entering, and calculating grades. Sign up at: https://go.oncehub.com/SmithCollegeMoodleGradebook.

Recruiting Children (Age 4-9) for Compensated Child Development Research This January at Smith , January 6 to February 5

The MIND in Development Lab is seeking families with young children (age 4-9) to participate in the Brain Synchrony Study. Participation involves one 2-hour session during which kids will play games and parents will answer questions about family experiences. Finally, parents and kids will play a game together while undergoing simultaneous neuroimaging with fNIRS (functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy), a safe, non-invasive method that uses LED Light to measure brain activity. Participants earn up to $60. NOW SCHEDULING SESSIONS IN JANUARY! 2-minute Eligibility Screener: https://redcapweb.smith.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=TP7F3W3E49AMTL37 For more information contact mindlab@smith.edu

WordPress Drop-In Help , Wednesday, Dec. 11, 4-5 p.m., Neilson 009, Ground Floor

Using WordPress for a class and need help? ITS Staff will be available for drop-in hours in the Neilson Library 009 Suites, located on the ground floor, to assist students with any questions related to Wordpress.

Smith College Gears Up for 150th Anniversary

In September 1875, Smith College opened its doors to 14 students and six faculty members, thus setting in motion a vision outlined by founder Sophia Smith. To celebrate the sesquicentennial, Smith has launched a new website that will be regularly updated with stories and images from the archives, a comprehensive timeline, event listings, and more. All members of the Smith community are also invited to share a little love letter to Smith, which can be about anything from a favorite place on campus to an influential professor; these stories will also be posted on the 150th website. https://www.smith.edu/150

Smith College Gears Up for 150th Anniversary

Submit to Fusayfsa` , Deadline: Wednesday, Jan. 1

Fusayfsa`, Smith College's Middle East Studies journal, is now accepting submissions for our fourth issue. It is open to all undergraduates regardless of their institution. We are looking for research papers, opinion pieces, book/movie reviews, poetry, visual artwork, or anything produced by students related to the MENA region! The deadline for submissions is January 1, 2025. Please submit here: https://forms.gle/jV7jRogb8Bxs9Kbi8 For updates follow us on Instagram: @fusayfsa

Upper College Lane Impacts - December 2024 , Monday, Dec. 16

Ahead of our typical winter update focused on campus-wide construction through the spring and summer months, we would like to provide a critical update to the campus regarding upcoming construction that will impact traffic at upper College Lane from mid-Dec 2024 through November 2025. Please see the summary below and attached logistics plans for the extent of traffic impacts during this time period. Visit https://smithgeoenergy.info/project-overview for more information and to sign up for the weekly project update.

Reading Week Hospitality , December 11-18, 10 a.m., Bodman Lounge, Chapel

CRSL will hold Reading Week Hospitality in Bodman Lounge at the end of classes, from December 11 to December 18 during Chapel open hours. We will be offering coffee, tea, snacks, and treats. We also encourage students to use the Chapel Sanctuary, Blue Room, Wright Hall Prayer Space, and Neilson Reflection Room for meditation, reflection, and contemplation. Join us!

Shabbat , Friday, Dec. 13, 5:30 p.m., Kosher K Kitchen, Jordan House

The Smith College Jewish Community invites you to the �K�, the Kosher Kitchen in Jordan House, for Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday nights at 5:30pm! Join together in song and prayer to welcome in Shabbat as a community. Services will often be followed by Kosher vegetarian meals. Check out @scjewishcomm on Instagram for weekly themes. All are welcome! Please reach out to scjc@smith.edu with any questions.

ITS Updates Monthly Meeting , Tuesday, Dec. 17, 12:15 p.m., Virtual or In-Person (Location TBD)

Get the latest updates and information about ITS current work and planned initiatives at our monthly ITS Updates meetings. On Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 12:15 to 1:00 p.m., topics will include FY26 IT strategic initiatives, ITS budget rightsizing, and brief updates on other major IT projects. We have space for up to 12 people to join us in Stoddard Hall - feel free to bring your lunch. Or join us virtually over Zoom. Register for the December 17 session at https://go.oncehub.com/ITSUpdatesCommunityMeeting

HVAC Work at ITT Related to Geothermal , December 9

We are converting the HVAC system at the ITT to hot water for the upcoming geothermal connection. This work includes replacing all five air-handling units as well as the ceiling fans. The majority of the work will be during the summer; but meanwhile, we will be using a couple of lifts inside the ITT to hang new HVAC piping on the ceiling starting the week of December 9. Thank you for your understanding through this ongoing major project.

Fueling Finals with Food and Positivity , Wednesday, Dec. 11, 1-4 p.m., Campus Center Main Level Table

The SGA '28 Cabinet will provide free cake and cookies to fuel study sessions. Students will also be asked to write an encouraging note to their peers, which will be hung in testing areas after the event. This event is open to all students.

Study Grilled Cheese and Cookie Delivery, Presented by Smith Ice Hockey , Thursday, Dec. 12

Need a study snack? Want warm grilled cheese and cookies delivered directly to your door? The Smith Ice Hockey team is delivering grilled cheese and cookies this Thursday evening! The team will be accepting orders at 6 p.m. and delivering until 11 p.m.-ish. Support the hockey team and order this Thursday! To order, visit https://forms.gle/L52qtP6mvvzJdBGW8 (opens 6 p.m.). Questions? @smithicehockey on IG

Festive Candlelit Holiday Dinner , Tuesday, Dec. 10, Student Houses

Come and enjoy a cozy, candlelit dinner with your friends at the Annual Holiday Dinner, happening tonight in the houses! Indulge in a delicious spread featuring: Beef short ribs, prime rib, chickpea panisse with mushroom ragout, vegetable dumpling, vegan ravioli, coconut poached salmon, statler chicken with herbs & lemon aioli, arroz con gandules, smashed fingerling potatoes, potato pancakes, challah bread, mudpies, peppermint ice cream pies, mulled cider, hot chocolate, chai and a few other surprises! A nice way to celebrate together!

Reminder: Round One of the Staff Spotlight Award Nominations Closes , Saturday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m.

Round Two of the Staff Spotlight Award nominations will reopen after winter break, running from Friday, Jan. 3, through Saturday, March 22, at 7 p.m. The criteria for nomination include those individuals who have: contributed significantly to the working environment on campus, including exceptional customer service, solving a problem resulting in a positive impact for others, promoting inclusivity and collaboration. Nominations must highlight accomplishments that occurred between April 1, 2024 and March 15, 2025. For more information: http://smith.edu/about-smith/hr/staff-recognition

12/09/2024 Digest

'20 Artworks You Must See Before You Die' Exhibition , M-F through February 12, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Jannotta Gallery, Hillyer

A culminating group exhibition by senior studio art majors in ARS 385 Senior Studio I.

January 10 Second Friday at Museum of Art , Friday, Jan. 10, 4-8 p.m., Museum of Art

Join us for an evening of art, making, and community fun at the January 10 Second Friday! SCMA is free and open to all! Participate in hands-on art making for all ages. How many ways can you make a snowflake? Inspired by the repetitions of forms in the art of Younes Rahmoun, create one-of-a-kind snowflakes in all different shapes and textures by cutting, folding, tracing, and painting. Light refreshments will be served. From 4�8 p.m., explore and enjoy four floors of art! Plan your visit here: scma.smith.edu/visit

Apply Now: Elizabeth Alexander Creative Writing Award , Deadline: Deember 31

The Elizabeth Alexander Creative Writing Award celebrates an author whose work embodies the lyrically powerful and historically engaged nature of Dr. Alexander�s writing. We aim for this award to highlight different forms of knowledge production that emerge from the artistic, political, and cultural advocacy undertaken by women of color nationally, transnationally, and globally. The award is open to all genres, including: poetry, fiction, play scripts, and non-fiction. Works engaging with feminism, race, and transnationalism will be prioritized. For more information about the award, and how to submit, please visit https://sites.smith.edu/meridians/awards/elizabeth-alexander-creative-writing-award/

12/05/2024 Digest

Star Gazing , Friday, Dec. 6, 8:30-9:30 p.m., McConnell Hall Roof

The Astronomy Department will hold a stargazing open house on the McConnell roof, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Come see Saturn, Jupiter, galaxies, nebulae, stars, and star clusters. All are welcome. Please dress warmly. Event will be canceled in the event of heavy cloud cover. For further information or to check on weather conditions, contact Meg Thacher (mthacher@smith.edu, 413-585-3935).

Remote Lecture: The Feminist Movement in Turkey , Thursday, Dec. 5, 1:20-2:35 p.m., Ford 240 or via Zoom

Feride Eralp, feminist activist, Istanbul, Turkey will be a guest speaker via Zoom in GOV 249 International Human Rights. All are welcome. To attend and watch with the class or for the Zoom link, contact Professor Z�mray Kutlu, ukutlutonak@smith.edu. Supported by the Human Rights Initiative.

Liberal Arts Lunch Series , Thursday, Dec. 5, 12:10-1:10 p.m., Neilson Library 102

The Liberal Arts Lunch series welcomes Matthew Hagop Ghazarian, lecturer of environmental science and policy, to present " Reaped and Sown: Famine and Ethnic Violence in the Late Ottoman Empire." Lunch offered to the first 40 attendees, start time is approximately 12:10, ending by 1:10.

Looking for Pit Musicians for DTP's 'James and the Giant Peach'

Are you interested in playing in the pit orchestra of Duct Tape Productions� spring show, James and the Giant Peach? Fill out this pit interest form to indicate your interest! Show dates: April 24th, 25th, 26th at 8pm. More information can be found in the form description. If interested, fill out the form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeczSIJRDzlaSoPjsnEsZ_9qotFY9LMG4H8Nn_hHO7zURCWgw/viewform

Stuff-A-Cruiser to Benefit Shriners Hospital for Children , Tuesday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Chapin Lawn

Come join us on Chapin Lawn and donate a new, unwrapped toy to benefit the children at Shriners Hospital. We will be at Chapin Lawn on December 10 from 10am-1pm with coffee and free donuts. All participants will be entered to win a FREE PARKING PASS.

Smith Student Art Sale is Tomorrow! , Friday, Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m., Campus Center Carroll Room

Just in time for the holidays - The third Smith Student Art Sale is Tomorrow - Friday, December 6 from 1-5pm in the Carroll Room, where items made by Smith students, including jewelry, artwork, ceramics, clothing, accessories and more, will be for sale! Support student makers and creators and get presents for friends and family at the same time. Presented by the Smith Office for the Arts (SOFA).

Smith Student Arts Sale is Tomorrow! , Friday, Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m., Campus Center Carroll Room

Environmental Science and Policy Program Honors Progress Presentations , Monday, Dec. 9, 4:30 p.m., CEEDS Wright Hall

Featuring senior ES&P majors who are working toward an honors thesis: Morgan Fizer and "What's that Smell?! Evaluating the Impact of Ambient VOC Emissions from the Bristol Landfill," Seychelle Brainard talking about "Coral Reef Connectivity: Potential for Evolutionary Adaptation to Thermal Stress and Applications for Marine Spatial Planning in the Southwest Indian Ocean," Malika Gottfried talking about "Managing Urban Green Spaces: A Study of Community Gardens in New York City," and Kiran Das-Goel on "Evaluating the Evolution of Climate Change Communication Across Three Time Periods." Refreshments provided.

Sherrerd Teaching Arts Luncheon: Pedagogical Partnership Panel , Friday, Dec. 6, Noon, Neilson Library 102

Each Spring, the Pedagogical Partnership Program supports pairs of faculty and student partners as they work together to strengthen pedagogy and enhance the experience of a specific course. During this panel session moderated by Megan Lyster (Wurtele Center), Shiya Cao (SDS), Miranda McCarvel (ANT/EDC/WRT), and Roisin O�Sullivan (ECO) will discuss the driving questions behind their past pedagogical partnerships and how collaborating with student partners has shaped their teaching practice. Lunch at noon; presentation at 12:20 pm. RSVP: https://forms.gle/dEjPiZUSgDgvvoRi6

SOFA/Parlor Room Open Mic This Sunday! , Sunday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., 32 Masonic St., Northampton

Come to the first Smith Office for the Arts (SOFA) Open Mic at the Parlor Room on Sunday, December 8 at 7:30pm. We are excited to pilot this opportunity for Smith students to perform downtown and hope you join us for this special evening of Smith students sharing their music, poetry and talents on the Parlor Room stage before Winter break. Still want to sign up? https://forms.gle/4C1nDLeRFSutohBF8

Second Friday at the Museum of Art , Friday, Dec. 13, 4-8 p.m., Museum of Art

Join us for an evening of fun on December 13 Second Friday! SCMA is free and open to all! From 4�7pm. participate in hands-on art making for all ages, inspired by works on view. Slow down, clear your mind, relax and be present through mindful drawing activities designed to destress and encourage creativity, inspired by the special exhibition Younes Rahmoun: Here, Now and second floor installation Thinking through Drawing. Light refreshments in the atrium. From 4�8pm., explore four floors of art! Plan your visit here: https://bit.ly/3O5d5GO

CORRECTION: Apply for Outdoor Adventure Program , Through December 15

[Correct application link is https://smithpioneers.com/sb_output.aspx?form=90] Love the outdoors? Want to join a fun, welcoming community, and earn your Wilderness First Aid Certification at the same time? Apply now to become an Outdoor Adventure Program Student Leader! You�ll arrive early next fall to welcome new Smithies, and participate in one of our awesome trips. Past experiences include: hiking, whitewater rafting, biking, kayaking, orienteering, camping at MacLeish, mountain roller coaster, aerial adventures, and rock climbing. New and returning leaders are welcome to apply. The 2025 application is live now through December 15: https://smithpioneers.com/sb_output.aspx?form=90 Questions? Email: Sfrazee@smith.edu

ES&P Presents: Sustainable Solutions Senior Capstone Projects Part 1 , Monday, Dec. 9, 12:15 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Presentations include "Gear up, Northampton! Proposing Bike Routes for Increased Connectivity and Accessibility in Northampton" from Seychelle Brainard, Lucy Hartley, and Jonna Rosenthal; "Sustainable Approaches to Stormwater Management in Northampton, MA: Identifying Prime Locations for Green Infrastructure Development" from Millie Howard, Mira Maglienti, Georgia Blake, and Shira Goldman; and "Greening Green Spaces: An Action Plan for Transforming Lawns In Northampton" from Isabelle Leguelinel, Kiran Das-Goel, and Isabella Kemp. Lunch provided.

Dance at Noon: Works by 2nd-Year MFA Candidates , Thursday, Dec. 5, 12:15 p.m., Crew House Dance Studio

Work created in Professor Chris Aiken�s Choreography and Design course. Featuring projects by MFA 2nd-year fellows: Gabby Carmichael, Caitlin Canty, Niki Farahani and Yun Lee.

CORRECTED: Fall Studio Productions , December 6 & 7, 7:30 p.m., Hallie Flanagan Studio, Mendenhall

Student directed One Acts featuring AL TAKES A BRIDE by Gary Sunshine, directed by Livie Johnston, and AUTHORIAL INTENT by Itamar Moses, directed by Rachel Knell. Free tickets at http://smitharts.ludus.com.

Vespers: A Concert & Readings Celebrating Light in the Darkness , Sunday, Dec. 8, 4 p.m., John M. Greene Hall

An annual tradition at Smith, this year�s Vespers will celebrate all the ways we look for and generate light in dark days. The program will feature the Smith College Chorus, Glee Club, Chamber Singers and Vespers Orchestra, under the direction of Jonathan Hirsh and Hanif Lawrence, the Handbell Choir, conducted by Anita Anderson Cooper, a capella singers Blackapella, and a special appearance from the Campus School Chorus, Arianna Lynch, director. The services will be led by Rev. Matilda Rose Cantwell, director of Religious and Spiritual Life, with readings by Smith College students, staff, and faculty.

Wind Ensemble Fall Concert: Run to the Light , Monday, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

Under the direction of Meghan MacFadden, the Smith College Wind Ensemble presents its fall concert, Run to the Light. The repertoire will include Mother Earth by David Maslanka, Suite No. 2 in F by Gustav Holst, and a new arrangement of New World/Overture by Bj�rk Gu�mundsd�ttir. The concert will feature two guest percussionists, Maddy Dethloff and Danielle Russo, on Ivan Trevino's Run to the Light. Free and open to the public.

Pecan Sales to Fund Student Scholarships , Campus Center Main Level Table

Pecans are back. Visit the table outside the Campus Center Cafe on Tuesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. through December 10. All proceeds benefit student scholarships at Smith. Pecan sales are coordinated by the Smith College Club of Western Massachusetts.

Know Your Human Rights, Celebrate Your Human Rights , Thursday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Campus Center Main Level Table

In celebration of Human Rights Day, students working with the Human Rights Initiative and in professor Z�mary Kutlu�s International Human Rights class will display their human rights-themed zines and posters. We�ll hand out passport-sized copies of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), a visionary document drafted by representatives from all regions of the world and adopted by the United Nations on Dec. 10, 1948. Signed by 193 countries, the UDHR is the most translated document in the world. All will be invited to share reflections, and sign up to learn more and get involved in the Human Rights Initiative.

Guerrilla Girls Prints Tour in Cunningham Center , Friday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m., Cunningham Center, Museum of Art

In collaboration with Imaging Center, enjoy the Guerrilla Girls prints collection on the Smith campus! Join a short tour guided by Imaging Center Gallery Assistant Alya on a Friday afternoon. Enjoy the collection of the high quality prints by an anonymous group of women artists that visited Smith College last year, and learn more about opportunities in Cunningham Center. Drop by at 2 pm on December 6 in the lobby of SCMA to be guided further. Walk-ins are invited and encouraged.

Apply Now: Projects for Peace Grant , Deadline: Monday, Dec. 9

If you were given $10,000 to promote peace in the world, what would you do? Win a $10K grant from Projects for Peace to implement a grassroots project in Summer 2025. Apply before the campus deadline: Monday, December 9, 2024. Have any questions? Visit https://www.middlebury.edu/projects-for-peace or email global@smith.edu.

Synchronized Swimming Showcase , Saturday, Dec. 7, 3 p.m. or 7 p.m., Dalton Swimming Pool, Ainsworth Gym

Come see Smith Synchronized Swimming perform their fall 2024 showcase on Saturday, December 7th in the Ainsworth Gym pool gallery at either 3:00 pm or 7:00 pm (the 7:00 show is for Smith students only)! Smith Synchro has been working hard all semester to create dynamic and beautiful routines just for you! This semester�s theme is TWILIGHT.

Knit n' Listen , Friday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m., Hillyer Art Library

Come down to the Hillyer Art Library for a cozy craft-session with Hillyer's collage supplies and Josten's vinyl records. There will be puzzles. There will be snacks. There will be Polar. Premium. SELTZER. Bring your friends (and crafting projects) and make some new ones.

Positioning for Progress , Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m., CEEDS Wright Hall

CEEDS hosts Citizens Climate Lobby for a virtual Conference Watch Party! Join us from 11 am to 5 pm to get CCL's insider look at what Congress is expected to tackle on climate change, including the key opportunities during the lame duck session at the end of this Congress, as well as exciting possibilities emerging for 2025. Learn how you might take action, including getting Climate Advocate Lobby Training and more. Come for all of part of the day. Lunch provided. Register at https://shorturl.at/4ZbT0

Vespers Winter Concert for Peace , Sunday, Dec. 8, 4 p.m., John M. Greene Hall

An annual tradition at Smith, this year�s Vespers will celebrate all the ways we look for and generate light in dark days. The program features the Smith College Chorus, Glee Club, Chamber Singers and Vespers Orchestra, under the direction of Jonathan Hirsh and Hanif Lawrence, the Handbell Choir, conducted by Anita Anderson Cooper, Blackapella and POCapella, and Campus School Chorus, Arianna Lynch, director. The service will be led by Rev. Matilda Rose Cantwell, director of Religious and Spiritual Life, with readings by students and staff. The performance will be livestreamed on the college's calendar event page or livestream page.

Opening Reception: '20 Artworks You Must See Before You Die' Exhibition , Thursday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m., Jannotta Gallery, Hillyer

Celebrate this culminating group exhibition by senior studio art majors in ARS 385 Senior Studio I. The '20 Artworks You Must See Before You Die' Exhibition is on view through February 12.

Jung Lecture: 'Defiant Remembering--A Quest for Transgenerational Healing' by Andrew Grant , Friday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m., Virtual Event

In this presentation we learn the family history that led Andrew to write an important chapter in the anthology,�Re-Visioning the American Psyche, entitled,��Defiant Remembering: A Quest for Transgenerational Healing��His chapter demonstrates the impacts of historical, cultural, and environmental colonization rippling through both native people and people transplanted to this continent. It also outlines efforts we can make to heal that trans-generational trauma. Andrew Grant, M.Div., MLIS, holds master�s degrees in divinity (M.Div., Emory 1989) and library and information science (M.L.I.S., Rutgers 2007). Register at WestMassJung.org Co-sponsored by Smith College Psychology Department.

Happiness Lab , Thursday, Dec. 5, 12:15-1:10 p.m., Jandon Center, Wright 002

Happiness Lab works towards cultivating a culture of joy and mindfulness at Smith. It offers a space to slow down in the midst of endless to-do lists. We will enjoy mindful meals and various de-stressing activities bi-weekly on Thursdays from 12:15-1:10 pm at the Jandon Center (Wright Hall 002). Join us in practicing mindfulness and bask in the warmth of community.

Smith Tap Ensemble Fall Showcase , December 7, 5 p.m., Acting Studio 1, Mendenhall CPA

The Smith Tap Ensemble invites you to their fall showcase on Saturday, December 7 at 5pm in Mendenhall T100. The showcase will feature beginner to advanced solo and group dances choreographed by members.

The Smiffenpoofs A Cappella Fall Jam , Sunday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m., Davis Ballroom

The Smiffenpoofs Present "Poofie Hollow," their Fall A Cappella Jam. Head to Davis Ballroom for a fun fairy-themed a cappella performance!

Blackappella/POCappella Final Jam Fall 2024 , Saturday, Dec. 7, 5 p.m., Chapel Sanctuary

What are you here for? For love, of course! Join Blackappella and POCappella on Love Island for our Fall 2024 Final Jam, featuring Smoovez.

Jummah Prayer , Friday, Dec. 6, 12:30 p.m., Chapel Sanctuary

The CRSL invites students to Jummah at the Hampshire Mosque in Hadley. The group will meet in front of the Helen Hills Hills Chapel at 12:25 pm. The van will leave campus by 12:30 pm and return to campus no later than 2:30 pm. Remember to bring a prayer rug and complete your ablution beforehand. There are extra prayer rugs in the Blue Room in the Chapel, if you need to borrow one! Sponsored by the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life. To RSVP, email crsl@smith.edu.

Call for Submissions: Pioneer Valley Arts Festival

The Policy Playhouse is a new Pioneer Valley Arts nonprofit that seeks to bridge the gap between policymakers and the people they serve. The organization is currently seeking playwrights and interdisciplinary artists to submit their play scripts or creative projects for consideration by January 20, 2025. Click the link for more information and to submit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nbn2dWB808eJqQ86jV35MMhivkLH0flwEC_VLz3yHWQ/edit?usp=sharing

Open Enrollment Ends TODAY at 4 p.m.

As a reminder, Annual Open Enrollment for benefits eligible faculty and staff ends today (Thursday, December 5th) at 4 pm EST. For those who could not attend one of the information sessions, a recording is available here: https://smith.zoom.us/rec/share/tVfZl7slskIv3c-TufQAYZVlv-PBG3Ub_tRdfRdkgUCBpKCfqX_rU1tTmCpiDuY.D5qeeHhTzKCXFP-1 Passcode: no9q5#wQ and a copy of the slide deck is available here (must be logged into your Smith email to access): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiX94zfslAyhpRqzTFUBjLsB5WfXaOEl/view?usp=sharing Additional information is available on the HR Benefits website. For further assistance with Open Enrollment contact Human Resources at hrbenefits@smith.edu

12/03/2024 Digest

Register Now for 'The Psychology of Retirement: Envisioning the Possibilities of a New Phase of Life' , Thursday, Dec. 12, 4 p.m., Neilson Library 102

What are your hopes, fears, expectations, and fantasies about retirement? Does it seem more like an extended sabbatical or a potentially dislocating loss of identity? Regardless of where you are in your own career trajectory, but especially if you think you might consider retiring anytime soon, this workshop may help to clarify goals and make sense of your particular experience of this major life transition. Facilitated by Gail A. Hornstein, Professor Emerita of Psychology, Mount Holyoke College. Part of the Fall 2024 Faculty Development Series (https://www.smith.edu/academics/provostdean-faculty/faculty-development). Register in advance (https://forms.gle/1Jcz1GAgdvtBFnhM6)

Smith Student Art Sale , Friday, Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m., Campus Center Carroll Room

Just in time for the holidays - Join us for the third Smith Student Art Sale where items made by Smith students, including jewelry, artwork, ceramics, clothing, accessories and more, will be for sale! Support student makers and creators and get presents for friends and family at the same time. Presented by the Smith Office for the Arts (SOFA).

Smith Student Art Sale , Friday, Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m., Campus Center Carroll Room

Bring Your Pets to Pet-a-Pet Day , Wednesday, Dec. 4, Noon, Chapel Sanctuary

Pet-a-pet day is the beloved event that helps students de-stress by petting animals! We need the help of community members to make it happen - we invite anyone to bring their animals to our event. Email wellness@smith.edu with questions.

Environmental Concentration Capstone Presentation: 'Mill River Community Flood Study, Williamsburg Mass.' , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 12:15 p.m., CEEDS Wright Hall

The students in ENX 301 present on their capstone project on Mill River flooding in partnerships with the town of Williamsburg. Speakers are Molly Neu, Ruize Qin, Lydia Stein, and Maria Gonzalez. Lunch provided.

Correction: LAST CALL to Pick Up Your Selected Appreciation Gift at Garrison Hall , Deadline: Thursday, Dec. 19, Garrison Hall, 42 West St.

The final day to pick up your selected employee Appreciation Gift at Garrison Hall is Thursday, December 19. After this date, Human Resources will reallocate the remaining items to support other engagement initiatives. For those who have already picked up their gift, we hope that you're enjoying it!

Save the Date: Smith in the World Conference - Interterm 2025 , January 2025

The Smith in the World conference is held annually to celebrate and share students� off-campus experiential learning, including internships, community service and research. Student panelists reflect on how their experiences have impacted and enriched their academic and professional paths. Seven panels, covering a broad range of experiences, will be hosted via Zoom on various dates in January. See http://www.smith.edu/news-events/events/smith-in-the-world for more details and to register for Zoom links.

Sign Up Now for SOFA/Parlor Room Open Mic , Sunday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., 32 Masonic Street, Northampton

The Smith Office for the Arts (SOFA) will be hosting our first Open Mic at the Parlor Room on Sunday, December 8 at 7:30pm. We are excited to pilot this opportunity for Smith students to perform downtown and hope you sign up to share your music, poetry and talents on the Parlor Room stage before Winter break. A form to secure a spot is https://forms.gle/4C1nDLeRFSutohBF8 or you can just show up too!

Register Now for Workday Help Sessions

New Workday training sessions for budgets, invoices, expense reports, punchouts, and requisitions have been added for December, January and February. Whether you are new to Smith or need a refresher on any of the topics above, this is an opportunity to get your questions answered. Visit the article in Workday titled Training and Help Sessions (link below) for more information, to see available dates and times, and to sign up. https://www.smith.edu/workday-training

Rabies Awareness

On Saturday, Nov. 16, a rabid animal was removed from campus. Rabies is a serious virus that can spread from an infected animal to a person. Animals in Massachusetts most likely to carry rabies include bats, raccoons, and skunks. Avoid feeding or interacting with wild animals. Report any animal acting strangely or aggressively to Campus Safety at (413) 585-5555. If you did not receive the emergency alert, make sure the college has your correct contact information. If so, but you still did not receive the message, contact IT. Learn more about rabies at https://www.mass.gov/rabies

Gamelan Fall Concert , Wednesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Earle Recital Hall, Sage

The Smith College Gamelan Ensemble presents an evening of music from Java, Indonesia under the direction of Phil Acimovic with special guest I.M. Harjito. The concert will feature traditional gamelan pieces ranging from slow and serene to lively and joyful, played on bronze percussion, gongs, drums, and with ornate singing. The ensemble includes Smith and Five College students, faculty, staff, and community members. Free and open to the public.

Sherrerd Center Teaching Mentors Are Available for Consultation

Sherrerd teaching mentors for inclusive and equitable pedagogies Liz Pryor (HST) and Kate Queeney (CHM) are available to all who teach for confidential conversations that are not evaluative and are an opportunity to talk with a colleague about some aspect of the teaching-learning process. Conversations may be philosophical or operational or anything in between. Topics may include anything related to your teaching, including assessment, grading, designing group activities, establishing norms or making sense of student feedback. To schedule a meeting: https://forms.gle/u6x9hX1o39f49nHv6.

Smith College Kicks Off Annual United Way Workplace Giving Campaign

Smith College is partnering with the United Way of Franklin and Hampshire Region for the annual workplace giving campaign. Over the past decade, contributions from Smith�s faculty and staff helped United Way support the community. You can participate by setting up a recurring payroll donation at https://secure.everyaction.com/e5rdQBYtiUyTBeFDWY6FNA2, making a one-time gift via credit card https://secure.everyaction.com/p4-KSia3RUiqu8KHU3MUqQ2, or volunteering your time�please reach out to Jenny Coeur (jenny@uw-fh.org) for volunteer opportunities. If you have questions about your donation history, contact Jennifer Nhong (development@uw-fh.org) or Holly Martineau (holly@uw-fh.org).

Engravings of Venetian sotoporteghi and church interiors and drawings of wisteria made during pandemic isolation. , Alumnae House Gallery, 33 Elm St.

Covid-19�s terrifying arrival in Italy coincided with the emergence of Spring. Locked-down at home, I drew my garden plants and the views from my terrace. With my obsession with wisteria, I continue to learn�through drawing�about its astonishing complexity and strength: bare vines, budding, blossoming, purple racemes reaching over a meter in length, petals falling, leafing-out, seed pods forming, and summer�s shadow-y green cave. I capture birdsong, bells, cries of boatmen, and the splash of traffic on the water. Gallery Hours: Mondays-Fridays, 9am-4pm. Exhibition Closed: weekends & holidays (Nov. 28-29 & winter break: Dec. 23-Jan. 5).

Tobias Wray, Presented by the Boutelle-Day Poetry Center , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m., Weinstein Auditorium, Wright

Tobias Wray's No Doubt I Will Return a Different Man is an examination of queer identity through historical and personal lenses. Titled after a quote from Alan Turing, the book is described by Randall Mann as �an interrogative, primal, mythic collection.� Tobias Wray will be joined in conversation by Jen Jabaily-Blackburn following the reading. Books will be sold at the event and a signing will follow. Free and open to all! Livestreams also available on Boutelle-Day Poetry Center Facebook and YouTube.

Register Now for Cut Loose Collage Workshop: Found Word Poetry , Wednesday, Dec. 4, 4-6 p.m., Hillyer Library

Unwind, create, and connect during Cut Loose: Found Word Poetry from 4-6 pm in Hillyer Library! Transform found text into visual poems with local collage artist and founder of Cut Loose Collage Workshops, Michael Sjostedt. You'll have the opportunity to design your own found word collage poems with vintage magazines and books. Supplies are all included; no collage or poetry experience required! Space is limited to 25 people. Register at https://bit.ly/scl-cut-loose-collage, or just drop-in!

Test Taking Strategies Workshop , Wednesday, Dec. 4, 4:30 p.m., Seelye 301

Feeling anxious about exams? Join the Jacobson Center for Writing, Teaching, and Learning for a Test Taking Strategies workshop. In this one hour workshop, we�ll cover effective study techniques, time management tips, and practical ways to manage test anxiety. Whether you're preparing for multiple-choice, essays, or problem-solving exams, this session is designed to help you stay calm, focused, and perform your best.

Open Enrollment Deadline Reminder and Link to Information Session Recording

As a reminder, Annual Open Enrollment for benefits eligible faculty and staff is open in Workday and will end Thursday, December 5th at 4 pm EST. For those who could not attend one of the information sessions, a recording is available here: https://smith.zoom.us/rec/share/tVfZl7slskIv3c-TufQAYZVlv-PBG3Ub_tRdfRdkgUCBpKCfqX_rU1tTmCpiDuY.D5qeeHhTzKCXFP-1 startTime=1732035338000 Passcode: no9q5#wQ and a copy of the slide deck is available here (must be logged into your Smith email to access): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiX94zfslAyhpRqzTFUBjLsB5WfXaOEl/view?usp=sharing Additional information is available on the HR Benefits website. For further assistance with Open Enrollment contact Human Resources at hrbenefits@smith.edu

FMS Student Film Screenings , Thursday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m., Graham Hall, Hillyer

The Film and Media Studies department presents video and screenwriting projects from twenty one students in the fall 2024 FMS courses taught by Hazel Katz, Kiki Loveday, and Clio Yang. Questions, please reach out to department coordinator, Jeanette Wintjen - jwintjen@smith.edu.

CLIFS: Cocoa & Cram Study Break , Wednesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

Join the Community for First-Gen and/or Low-Income Students for a Finals study break by enjoying some donuts and warm drinks as the final stretch of the semester begins! CLIFS will be joined by Jacobson Center tutors to provide on-site feedback and support on any assignments. Stop by to enjoy a sweet treat, chat, and catch up on work with fellow CLIFS members.

11/26/2024 Digest

Save the Date: First Tuesdays with Coffee, Donuts and More! , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 8:30 a.m., Campus Center Main Level Table

Bring a friend, meet some new ones, and catch up on what's happening around campus at First Tuesdays, a monthly gathering aimed at providing a welcoming space where all of us -- students, staff and faculty -- can come together over refreshments. Gluten free, dairy free, and vegan options will be available.

Save the Date: First Tuesdays with Coffee, Donuts and More! , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 8:30 a.m., Campus Center Main Level Table

Register Now: Write-on-Sites , December 13, 1 p.m., Mary Maples Dunn Conference Room, Pierce

Have writing to get done but finding it hard to get started? Find that your writing is easier when done with good colleagues? Earmark your calendar, grab your laptop, and come to this write-on-site opportunity! These sessions, which are being held on September 20, October 25, and December 13, will support you in making progress and increasing productivity. Refreshments will be provided. Feel welcome to join anytime. Part of the Fall 2024 Faculty Development Series (https://www.smith.edu/academics/provostdean-faculty/faculty-development). Register in advance (https://forms.gle/1Jcz1GAgdvtBFnhM6)

Vox Media Women in Journalism: a Fireside Chat , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 4:30 p.m., Neilson Library 102

The Department of Government is hosting a �fireside chat� with Noel King, formerly of NPR and now with Vox Media, and her producer, Victoria Chamberlin. This event will explore their personal journeys as women navigating the landscape of political journalism. They will share their insights on a variety of topics impacting journalism today, as well as their experiences as women in the profession. This is a unique opportunity for the Smith College community to gain valuable perspectives in an intimate setting from two leading voices in the field.

Deadline Extended: �What�s Slow About Fast Fashion?� , Wednesday, Nov. 27

The short-term Kahn Institute project, �What�s Slow About Fast Fashion?� organized by Elisabeth Armstrong, Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality and Kiki Smith, Theatre, will meet for two days in January for discussion with Liana Foxvog, Director of Supply Chain Strategies at Worker Rights Consortium, and Germaine Lamothe, a sample maker for forty years in New York�s Fashion (7th) Avenue. Statements of interest from faculty and staff are now due November 27. Learn more: https://bit.ly/slow-fast-fashion-kahn

Museums Concentration Application Deadline , Monday, Dec. 2, 11:45 p.m., Not Listed

The next application deadline for the Museums Concentration is Monday December 2, 2024. Applications are accepted only from sophomores and juniors with at least three semesters remaining. Find more information and the application form on the Museums Concentration website https://www.smith.edu/academics/museums-concentration

Bookstore Hours for Thanksgiving Week

The Smith College Bookstore will close for Thanksgiving at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27. It will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, Dec. 2.

Enroll in Arabic Classes

The Arabic Program in the Middle East Studies is offering two first-year Arabic classes. Any student who knows how to read Arabic can enroll in first year class. In addition, second- and third-year Arabic classes are offered. Students will be introduced to a variety of Middle Eastern traditions and cultures. Arabic is the fifth most widely spoken language in the world. Students will participate in activities such as museum visits, cooking events, Arabic table discussions, and movie nights. Enrolling in Arabic classes will open up future career opportunities!

Changes to Libraries Publication Finder Tool

A few notable changes have been made to the default search behavior in �Publication Finder� on the Libraries� website to better align with user expectations. Publication Finder now defaults to searching �all periodicals," which includes journals, newspapers, reports, proceedings, and newsletters. From the dropdown menu, users can also choose to search only �journals," only �newspapers," or �all," which covers all resource types in Publication Finder, including books, streaming video, streaming audio, journal, report, newspapers, proceedings, website, and newsletter. Go the Libraries� �Ask Us� page with any questions: http://bit.ly/scl-ask-us

Changes to Libraries Publication Finder Tool

'Stories and Selves' , Monday, Dec. 2, 5 p.m., Seelye 201

A lecture by Elisabeth Camp, Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers. Stories are �equipment for living� in two senses: retrospectively, they provide an understanding of a temporal sequence of events; and prospectively, they offer principles for guiding action. But narratives can define and confine individuals, even to the ends of their lives. Camp offers some alternative frameworks to understand stories -- ones that don't shackle selves to their autobiography's endings. Sponsored by Philosophy, English Language and Literature, and Psychology, and the Lecture Committee.

Register Now for Film Screening & Discussion: 'Counted Out - Math Is Power,' a Documentary Film by Vicki Abeles , Monday, Dec. 2, 4:30-7 p.m., McConnell 103

The Smith College Mathematical Science Department and Math Resilience (MaRS) Project invite the community to an exclusive screening of this documentary film. Counted Out investigates the biggest crises of our time - political polarization, racial and economic inequity, a global pandemic, and climate change - through an unexpected lens: math. Film screening 4:30 - 6 p.m. with a panel discussion 6 - 7 p.m. Panelists: Profs Thomases, Price and Audley. Moderated by Valerie Joseph. Pizza provided. Admission is free. Register (required) at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smith-college-counted-out-film-screening-tickets-1083350824479?aff=oddtdtcreator

Last Call for the Annual Staff Council Cookie Contest , Wednesday, Dec. 4, Noon, Campus Center Carroll Room

Time is running out to submit your entries for the Smith College Staff Council Annual Cookie Contest! The deadline for submissions is Friday, Nov. 29. Sign up and submit your recipe details by Friday, Nov. 29, at http://forms.gle/4nHkUa1F4XvRWniJ6 Taste and vote for your favorite cookie between 12-12:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Stay until 1 p.m. for the judges� vote and the winner announcements. We can�t wait to see � and taste � your delicious creations!

ES&P Lunchbag - Environmental Action Post Election: What's Possible , Monday, Dec. 2, 12:15 p.m., McConnell 103

A conversation with Associate Professor Alex Barron, former Obama and Biden administration environmental official, to start to understand the implications of the election for environmental issues. We'll discuss what the incoming administration might do, and ways that we can all take action and continue to work for environmental protection and social justice. Lunch provided.

Author/Illustrator Grace Lin Lecture , Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

Campus School of Smith College and the Smith College Department of Education and Child Study have partnered together to bring author and illustrator Grace Lin to campus in early December. Her lecture titled, "Putting Books To Work," provides insights on helping readers connect with books that might not be an obvious mirror. She will discuss many ways to use books as a means for investigating and connecting to human diversity.

Geothermal Energy Project Update , Tuesday, Nov. 26

Please note, no work will occur on Thursday Nov. 28. Site preparation will continue for well drilling on the athletic fields. Building conversion work will continue in basements and mechanical spaces in all Quad buildings and select Central District buildings. Please view the project website, smithgeoenergy.info, to view the graphics.

Smith Immigration Session: The Future of US Immigration Policy: Looking Ahead to 2025 , Monday, Dec. 2, 4:30 p.m., Weinstein Auditorium, Wright

The Lewis Global Studies Center presents a discussion of the impact that the incoming Trump administration may have on non-US citizens studying and working in the US. We�ll look retrospectively to learn from past experiences and try to anticipate what might be coming. Panelists: Attorney Dan Berger, Partner, Green & Spiegel; Javier Puente, Associate Professor of Latin American Studies & Faculty Liaison of LGSC; Caitlin Szymkowicz, Associate Dean for International Students & Scholars. We encourage you to submit your questions ahead of time, so that we can make sure to answer what you most want to know. Please submit via this short form https://shorturl.at/KPm94

Smith Immigration Session: The Future of US Immigration Policy: Looking Ahead to 2025 , Monday, Dec. 2, 4:30 p.m., Weinstein Auditorium, Wright

Lewis Global Studies Center presents a discussion of the impact that the incoming Trump administration may have on non-US citizens studying and working in the US. We�ll look retrospectively to learn from past experiences, and try to anticipate what�s to come. Attorney Dan Berger, Partner, Green & Spiegel Javier Puente, Associate Professor of Latin American Studies & Faculty Liaison of LGSC Caitlin Szymkowicz, Associate Dean for International Students & Scholars We encourage you to submit your questions ahead of time, so that we can make sure to answer what you most want to know. Please submit via this form: https://shorturl.at/KPm94

11/21/2024 Digest

Songs in the Key of Sage: Sounds of the 70s , Thursday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m., Earle Recital Hall, Sage

Smith College Vocal Performance students are joined by a live band to present an evening of your favorite songs from the 70s. Free and open to the public.

New Play Reading Series: Pickled by Katie Wilson �26 , Thursday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m., Acting Studio 1, Mendenhall CPA

The Smith College Department of Theatre's New Play Reading Series presents Pickled by Katie Wilson '26. Pickle is an aspiring art curator trying to establish herself in what she loves most. Things take a turn when she�s finally given the opportunity to prove herself. Free and open to the public.

Chinese Music Ensemble Fall Concert , Friday, Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

Guided by the artistic direction of Chia-Yu Joy Lu, the Chinese Music Ensemble presents a captivating collection of Chinese and Taiwanese musical pieces, drawing inspiration from both traditional and contemporary musical works.

Orchestra Fall Concert , Sunday, Nov. 24, 3 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

The Smith College Orchestra presents Beethoven's Triple Concerto featuring faculty soloists Robyn Quinnett, violin and Jiayan Sun, piano with special guest Khari Joyner, cello. Also works by Arthur Bird, Valerie Coleman, and Carlos Simon. Free and open to the public.

'Profiles,' Kirk Maynard , Through December 3, 8:30 a.m., Oresman Gallery, Hillyer

"Profiles" explores the lived experiences and aspirations of Black people in contemporary society through two distinct series: "Periphery" and "Weight." Together, these series aim to unveil Black narratives, bringing to light the intersections of identity, politics, and dreams in America. A second-generation Guyanese-American, Maynard�s paintings and drawings detail the political undercurrents of culture and identity in America through portraiture and composition. Often referencing American social history, his work explores the intersection between identity and politics through juxtaposition and the use of the profile.

Liberal Arts Lunch Series , Thursday, Nov. 21, 12:10-1:10 p.m., Neilson Library 102

This Liberal Arts Lunch will host "A Presentation of the Arts Afield 2024 Faculty Fellows." Lunch offered to the first 40 attendees, start time is approximately 12:10, ending by 1:10. Presenters Michele Wick, psychology; and faculty pairs Greg de Wet and Alix Gerber plus Jordan Crouser and Joel Kaminsky who will share their experiences as Arts Afield Fellows at the MacLeish Field Station. They will discuss how these cross-divisional relationships inspired new ways and models of thinking.

Bag Day at the SCMA Shop , Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 23-24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Museum of Art

Stop by the Museum Shop at the Smith College Museum of Art on Northampton Bag Day weekend and receive 20% off your entire purchase! This event is in-person as well as online! For online purchases, use code Holiday20. SCMA is located at 20 Elm Street, Northampton, uphill from Downtown Northampton. Check out all the SCMA Shop has to offer! https://scmashop.smith.edu/

Duct Tape Productions Presents 'Something Rotten!' , November 21-23, 8 p.m., John M. Greene Hall

Duct Tape Productions (DTP) is proud to present "Something Rotten!" by Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick, and John O�Farrell. Audrey Willius �25 and Minna Most �27 direct a captivating ensemble of talented performers in this musical comedy about two brothers struggling to write a hit play in the shadow of the great William Shakespeare. Performances are open to all. Tickets are available at linktr.ee/ducttapeproductions and at the door.

Bedazzling Boundaries Presentation & Art-Making , Thursday, Nov. 21, 7 p.m., Cunningham Center, Museum of Art

Bedazzling Boundaries is an interactive two part presentation and art making session. The first part is from 7-8 PM in the Cunningham Center; the CHOs and SMEs will present on boundaries. In the second part (in the SCMA atrium from 8-9PM) there will be refreshments and bedazzling supplies. Bring things to bedazzle, or bedazzle a provided pill case or notebook. Prizes will be raffled off to the first session's attendees with prizes from the Schacht Center and the SCMA. Presented by the CHOs of the Schacht Center and the SMEs of the Art Museum

Sherrerd Center Teaching Circles Meet Once More This Semester , Friday, Nov. 22, Noon, Campus Center 208

Teaching circles provide opportunities to discuss topics which address teaching in contemporary times in small groups. This last session of teaching circles for this semester include the Human Rights Initiative Teaching Circle; Languages Across the Curriculum; the NTT Faculty Circle; Reflective Practices; Ungrading, Grading and the In-between; and Universal Design for Learning. Please visit the Sherrerd website for links to RSVP (if you haven�t already been invited through google calendar): smith.edu/about-smith/sherrerd-center/circles. Accept your calendar invitation so accurate counts for seating and lunch can be determined.

Economics Department Fall 2024 Seminar Series Speaker Ronja Hel�nsdotter , Friday, Nov. 22, 12:15 p.m., Seelye 201

The Economics Department presents Ronja Hel�nsdotter, Wallenberg Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT Sloan. Professor Hel�nsdotter will be discussing: �Treated together: Spillovers Among Youths Admitted to Residential Treatment.�

Campus Cram 2 - Study in Neilson Library , Thursday, Nov. 21, 7-10 p.m., Neilson 011 (ground floor)

Library Research Mentors and Peer Writing Tutors join forces for the second Campus Cram of the Fall Semester. There will be chips, soda and chill music. Study together in a supportive and fun atmosphere.

Anthropo-music and Back-and-forth Songs With Ra�l Rodr�guez , Thursday, Nov. 21, 5-6:30 p.m., Graham Hall, Hillyer

World-class musician, cultural anthropologist, composer, performer, guitar-maker and player, Ra�l Rodr�guez (Seville) reveals hidden connections between rhythms, melodies, lyrics and dances from Atlantic shores of Africa, Andaluc�a and the Caribbean.

Sign Up for Senior Dance Thesis Auditions , Saturday, Nov. 23, 1-3 p.m., Berenson Dance Studio 3

Are you interested in participating in student work this spring? Come audition for Senior Thesis work. All styles and levels of dancers welcome; bring your passion for dance! To sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfune1QlxtMA8Orj8a_YPoVx37wfhlLQk3VQVYkrQ-JmdQYow/viewform?usp=sf_link. If for whatever reason you are unable to attend the audition but are still interested in getting involved, sign up regardless and an alternative option will be made available.

How to Bloomberg 101 , Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m., Conway Center, 103 Neilson

The Bloomberg Terminal is a 24-hour global information services system that provides reliable financial, economic, and government information. That may sound interesting and intimidating at the same time. In this workshop How to Bloomberg 101, Conway Center Bloomberg Interns will provide a general overview of the Bloomberg Terminal and how you can use it in your classes, internships, and job applications. The workshop will also introduce the three Bloomberg certificates the Conway Center offers that you, as a student, can complete for FREE and leverage on your LinkedIn and resume. Dinner provided. RSVP here: https://socialnetwork.smith.edu/event/10692958"

Take the Sustainability Survey for CEEDS , Deadline: Friday, Nov. 22

CEEDS is conducting a survey on student engagement in sustainable practices, awareness of on-campus sustainability initiatives, opinions on Smith�s implementation of sustainability practices beyond CEEDS, and general knowledge of environmental issues. Survey results will be featured in an upcoming report on institutional sustainability. Responses will be accepted until Friday, November 22nd. Take the survey here: https://smithcollege.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aeHCqgFtgqZkbAy and email ceeds@smith.edu with any related questions.

Action Afternoon: Local Housing & Education Systems , Friday, Nov. 22, 2-4 p.m., Atrium, Brown Fine Arts Center

A community gathering to explore and address injustice in housing and education locally, planned by the Jandon center & students in CCX/SWG 245: Collective Organizing. The program will include reflection, sharing from community members and others with grounded knowledge, and resources to take action. Representatives from local social justice organizations will be present. Featuring pies from local bakers (including gluten free & vegan). RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLi6VGQ9aATKctFgPMs1s-fvFEpf9Wyk-2rxUp_M1AHan2sQ/viewform

Jummah at the Islamic Society of Western Massachusetts , Friday, Nov. 22, 12:15 p.m., Chapel Sanctuary

Join us for a special Jummah at the Islamic Society of Western Massachusetts in West Springfield, this Friday. We will leave a little earlier than usual since we are travelling further, so please meet in front of the Helen Hills Hills Chapel at 12:15 pm. Van will leave by 12:20 pm and return to campus by 2:45 pm. Bring a prayer rug and complete your ablution beforehand. We have extra prayer rugs if you need one! Sponsored by the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life. To RSVP, email crsl@smith.edu.

Al Nur Spiritual Gathering , Thursday, Nov. 21, 6 p.m., Jandon Center, Wright

Discuss the multifaceted benefits of community-building with Asli Ali '22J, STEAM Outreach Coordinator in the Jandon Center. We will explore the spiritual intersections of belonging and connection with community-building and personal development. All are welcome. A light dinner will be provided. Sponsored by the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life and the Jandon Center. RSVP by emailing kalston@smith.edu.

Soup, Salad & Soul , Friday, Nov. 22, 12:10 p.m., Bodman Lounge, Chapel

Come get cozy and enjoy a hot, delicious vegetarian soup made by awesome student cooks while taking part in reflective, student-led discussions on spirituality and life! Students of all religious, spiritual, and non-religious/non-spiritual backgrounds are welcome. Limited to Smith OneCard holders. For details on food and other general accessibility questions, email aostow@smith.edu or mcantwel@smith.edu

Shabbat , Friday, Nov. 22, 5:30 p.m., Kosher K Kitchen, Jordan House

The Smith College Jewish Community invites you to the �K�, the Kosher Kitchen in Jordan House, for Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday nights at 5:30 p.m.! Join together in song and prayer to welcome in Shabbat as a community. Services will often be followed by Kosher vegetarian meals. All are welcome! Check out @scjewishcomm on Instagram for weekly themes, and reach out to scjc@smith.edu with any questions.

HSS Labs Presentation: 'Impact of Financial Incentives and Parole Mechanisms on Public Safety' , Thursday, Nov. 21, 12:15 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

Professor Mariyana Zapryanova and students Leylani Lui '26 and Ella Saponara '26 will present their research from the Economics of Crime and the Criminal Justice System Lab. Sponsored by the Humanities and Social Science Labs. Lunch for the first 25 students.

HSS Labs Presentation: 'Impact of Financial Incentives and Parole Mechanisms on Public Safety' , Thursday, Nov. 21, 12:15 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

ITS Updates Monthly Meeting , November 21 and 22, 12:15-1:15 p.m., Stoddard

(Location: Stoddard Hall or via Zoom) Get the latest updates about ITS current projects and planned initiatives at our monthly ITS Updates meetings. This month, we are offering two sessions - our primary topic will be the ongoing ITS cost reduction work. We will talk about what that means and how we will keep the community informed. We have space for up to 12 people to join us in Stoddard. Bring your lunch; we'll provide drinks and cookies. Or join us virtually over Zoom. Register for the either the November 21 or 22 session at https://go.oncehub.com/ITSUpdatesCommunityMeeting

Geothermal Energy Project Update , Tuesday, Nov. 19

Site preparation will continue for well drilling on the athletic fields. Building conversion scope will continue in basements and mechanical spaces in all Quad buildings and select Central District buildings. Please view the project website, smithgeoenergy.info, to view the graphic which outlines fencing area and path of excavation. Pedestrian wayfinding signage will be in place to direct foot traffic. Parking in the Davis Lot will also be impacted for the entirety of the summer.

Tea for Muslim Students , Friday, Nov. 22, 4:30 p.m., Bodman Lounge, Chapel

Take a break and breathe among fellow students at the end of a long week. Share creative energy, hopes, and sorrows in a supportive and informal environment. Drop In. Enjoy nice snacks. All are welcome.

Lamont House Yard Sale , Saturday, Nov. 23, Noon-3 p.m., Lamont House Courtyard

Fun afternoon event from 12 to 3PM where anyone can purchase baked goods, handmade art, secondhand clothing, and much more! Proceeds go to Lamont House funding, and cash, check, and online payments (Venmo, Cash App) are all accepted.

TODAY: 20th Annual Julia Child Day Celebration , Thursday, Nov. 21

The 20th Annual Julia Child Day will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024. All sorts of wonderful "Julia dishes" will be served throughout the day. The Dining program for students will include chocolate hazelnut croissants, clafoutis, croque monsieur, pommes frites, steak au poivre, coq au vin, eggplant and mushroom gratin, creme brulee, pot de creme and brie en croute. For a full menu list, visit the menu page. The Cafe will be featuring special dishes including beef bourguignon, pear & roquefort pizza & a few other surprises. Bon Appetit!!

Happiness Lab , Thursday, Nov. 21, 12:15-1:10 p.m., Jandon Center, Wright 011

Happiness Lab works towards cultivating a culture of joy and mindfulness at Smith. It offers a space to slow down in the midst of endless to-do lists. We will enjoy mindful meals and various de-stressing activities bi-weekly on Thursdays from 12:15-1:10 pm at the Jandon Center (Wright Hall 011). Join us in practicing mindfulness and bask in the warmth of community.

TODAY: 20th Annual Julia Child Day Celebration , Thursday, Nov. 21

The 20th Annual Julia Child Day will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024. All sorts of wonderful "Julia dishes" will be served throughout the day. The Campus Center Cafe will be featuring special dishes including beef bourguignon, pear & roquefort pizza & a few other surprises. The Dining program for students will include chocolate hazelnut croissants, clafoutis, croque monsieur, pommes frites, steak au poivre, coq au vin, eggplant and mushroom gratin, creme brulee, pot de creme and brie en croute. For a full menu list, visit the menu page. Bon Appetit!!

11/19/2024 Digest

Wellness Webinar: The Case for Gratitude , Friday, Nov. 22, 1-1:30 p.m., Virtual

The Office of Human Resources invites you to join our Learn 2 Live partners for a Wellness Webinar. Research shows that strengthening gratitude can lower stress and improve mood. During this webinar you'll learn ways to strengthen gratitude and retrain your brain with practical ideas for every day. Register via the link and access code SMITHL2L. https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_osHUsEfhTKqPzfq2MTE2mQ#/registration

Spring 2025 Nolen Art Lounge Applications Available , Through November 22

The Nolen Art Lounge Application for Spring 2025 is available from Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 to Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. The Nolen Art Lounge in the Campus Center offers a chance for any student to display art in a light-filled gallery space and can accommodate many different artistic mediums, including two- and three-dimensional art, movie screening, and dance performances. If you're interested in displaying your artwork, fill out the form at https://forms.gle/uqJakPD5xX4YApaA7. The Office of Student Engagement will be in touch after reviewing applications.

SDS Department & Lazarus Center Alum Panel , Tuesday, Nov. 19, 4:30 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Come meet and ask question of featured Smith Alums in Informational Technology & Services from various companies! Appetizers will be provided.

'Signs of Solastagia' Exhibition , Through November 21, 8:30 a.m., Jannotta Gallery, Hillyer

This exhibition, curated and created by the students enrolled in ARS 390 Five College Advanced Studio Seminar, addresses solastalgia, the feelings of distress and anxiety caused by our globalized climate crisis. Each student artist has one work on display, along with select examples of nature journals. Additionally, this exhibition will feature handmade paper and anthotype photographs that were produced during in-class workshops held in collaboration with the Botanic Garden. On view through November 21.

Sign Up Now for Smith College Staff Council Annual Cookie Contest , Deadline is Friday, Nov. 29

Smith College Staff Council is excited to present our cookie contest again this on December 4! Our colleagues are baking cookies for a chance to win a prize and bragging rights as Smith College�s best baker. Signup and submit your recipe details by Friday, November 29n at https://forms.gle/4nHkUa1F4XvRWniJ6 . Taste and vote for your favorite cookie between 12:00 and 12:45 pm on Wednesday, December 4 in the Julia McWilliams Child '37 Campus Center Carroll Room. Stay until 1:00 pm for the judges� vote and the winner announcements. We can�t wait to see � and taste � your delicious creations!

Pre-Departure Orientation - DIS Abroad , Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4:30 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

A mandatory session for those who are studying abroad on a DIS Abroad in Spring 2025. We'll be covering topics important for consideration including immigration, insurance, safety, and cultural adaptation.

CPT Information Session , Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:30 p.m., Lewis Global Studies Center, Wright

Question and Answer session for any international students looking to receive Curricular Practical Training (CPT) from the ISSO. CPT is required to complete a paid internship or job in the US during Interterm and/or Summer break, or to complete a US-based Praxis. CPT is strongly recommended for any unpaid internship in the US. We will review the requirements of CPT, as well as how to apply!

Notes From the Field: A Conversation With Documentary Filmmaker Lisa Gossels ('My So-Called Enemy') , Wednesday, Nov. 20, 12:15 p.m., Lewis Global Studies Center, Wright

Join a conversation with Lisa Gossels about her experience and process of filming a documentary. She will specifically reference work on her film "My So-Called Enemy," a coming-of-age film about the role of listening and empathy in building bridges across personal, cultural, religious, political and gender divides. This award-winning film follows six Palestinian and Israeli teenage girls who participated in a cross-cultural leadership program in the U.S. and documents how the transformative experience of knowing their "enemies" as human beings in the U.S. meets with the realities of their lives back home over the next seven years.

Fill Out Questionnaire on Smithie Northampton Experience

Please fill out this form about rating and reviewing locations in downtown Northampton. This data will be used in a final project for SDS/CSC 109 to help prospective and incoming Smithies get to know Northampton more from a college student perspective. https://forms.gle/6joz8FtLFPUetCmo8

Take Precautions to Prevent Fires

The National Weather Service is warning of fire risk in our area. The state had approximately 200 fires in October, compared to an average of 15. To reduce risk, refrain from outdoor cooking, do not park vehicles over dry grass, and extinguish smoking materials in an ashtray. Review Fire Safety Regulations in the Student Handbook and Smith College Emergency Procedures, https://bit.ly/40IKsql and stay up-to-date on local warnings and watches at https://forecast.weather.gov. The college actively monitors the situation and will notify the campus if conditions worsen. Report any fire to Campus Safety immediately at (413) 585-5555.

Basket Weaving at DTI , Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5 p.m., Capen Annex

Did you miss the live demo with Gaye Chan? That's ok. Our Studio Design Partners are holding another basket-weaving workshop using shipping straps and Chan's weaving method.

Demystifying the Art of the Ask: Strategies for Fundraising Success , Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Ever wonder how to raise funds for a cause you care about? Fundraising done well can be empowering, not the �necessary evil� reputation it often receives. This workshop, led by Pam Peak (Founder and Principal, ALEA Strategies) is intended to provide useful strategies, tools, and techniques that can be applied for a fundraising pitch. The program will be interactive; students are encouraged to share questions and challenges for a solution-oriented discussion. Students planning to participate in the 12/4 Elevator Pitch Contest are encouraged to attend. Light snacks provided. Sponsored by the Conway Center.

SIT (Spiritual Insight Time) , Wednesday, Nov. 20, 12:15 p.m., Chapin Lawn

Come to SIT (Spiritual Insight Time) Lunch Hour with the College Chaplain Matilda Ros Cantwell and College Religious Advisors. Have conversations, ask questions, request and give others blessings and prayers, pause and connect. There will be a short program at 12:15, the rest of the time will be open. Matilda's small dog Lucita will attend some weeks. Rain location HHH Chapel.

11/14/2024 Digest

Star Gazing , Thursday, Nov. 14, 8:30-9:30 p.m., McConnell Hall Roof

The Astronomy Department will hold a stargazing open house on the McConnell roof, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Come see the Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, stars, and star clusters. All are welcome. Please dress warmly. Event will be canceled in the event of heavy cloud cover. For further information or to check on weather conditions, contact Meg Thacher (mthacher@smith.edu, 413-585-3935).

Perspectives From an Environmental Lawyer: From the EPA to the Environmental Law Institute , Monday, Nov. 18, 3 p.m., CEEDS Wright Hall

This talk is presented by Leslie Carothers '64, a Scholar-in-Residence at Pace Law School and former President of the Environmental Law Institute from 2003 to 2011. It is part of the ENX 100 Environment and Sustainability: Notes from the Field lecture series. All are welcome!

Fall Faculty Dance Concert , Thursday, Nov. 14-16, 8 p.m., Theatre 14, Mendenhall

Featuring Five College repertory project Spent Days Out Yonder (2000) by Bill T. Jones with artist Jenna Reigel. Also new works by acclaimed Hip Hop artist, Shakia Barron, Smith Faculty member Chris Aiken, and Guest Artist Ellie Goudie-Averill. Tickets smitharts.ludus.com.

Autumn Serenade , Saturday, Nov. 16, 4 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

The annual Fall Choral Concert presented by the Smith College Glee Club and Chamber Singers conducted by Jonathan Hirsh and Hanif Lawrence, featuring the music of Ulysses Kay, Josephine Poelinitz, Andr� Thomas, John Rutter, and others. Also featuring guests the Amherst College Glee Club, Arianne Abela �08, director, the Mount Holyoke College Glee Club, Colin Britt, director, and the Amherst Regional High School Chorale, Todd Fruth, director. Free and open to the public.

Kaleidoscope Vocal Ensemble , Saturday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

The Music Department is pleased to host the Kaleidoscope Vocal Ensemble who present vocal music with artistic excellence, while celebrating racial, ethnic, and gender diversity with special attention to the intersection of arts and social justice. Led by Artistic Director Arianne Abela, KVE will perform music by Monteverdi, Purcell, Ara�es, and Gesualdo, alongside modern works by Reena Esmail, Caroline Shaw. Kaleidoscope will also present the world premiere of a newly commissioned work by Mt. Holyoke College composer/conductor, Colin Britt, featuring the Smith College Glee Club, Amherst College Glee Club, Mt. Holyoke Glee Club, and the Amherst Regional High School

Liberal Arts Lunch Series , Thursday, Nov. 14, 12:10-1:10 p.m., Neilson Library 102

The Liberal Arts Lunch series welcomes Ana Del Conde, McPherson/Eveillard Postdoctoral Fellow in study of women and gender and community engagement and social change, to present "Fieldwork as [a] Subject: Emotions and Care in Ethnographic Research." Lunch offered to the first 40 attendees, start time is approximately 12:10, ending by 1:10.

Print Making Intro Series: Screen Printing , Thursday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m., Capen Annex

Join us for our final installment of our printmaking series: screenprinting. Space is limited so please RSVP on the Smith Social Network: https://socialnetwork.smith.edu/event/10392135

'Learning From Chinese Philosophy' , Thursday, Nov. 14, 5 p.m., Seelye 201

A lecture by Bryan W. Van Norden, James Monroe Taylor Chair in Philosophy, Vassar College. When Europeans first encountered Chinese Confucians, Daoists, and Buddhists, they immediately recognized them as serious philosophers. But this attitude changed with the influence of imperialism and pseudo-scientific racism, so that (beginning with Kant) Chinese philosophy was dismissed and banned from academic philosophy in the West. Now, recent works have challenged the status quo and sought to return to the cosmopolitan ideal of multicultural philosophy. Sponsored by Philosophy Department, Religion Department, East Asian Languages and Civilization Department and the Lecture Committee.

Apply Now: Smith Students' Aid Society Grants for J-Term Opportunities , Due Friday, Nov. 15

SSAS grants are available for not-for-credit and credit-bearing programs, as well as for travel opportunities. Students applying for credit-bearing programs should note that the SSAS can only fund courses that have been accepted for transfer credit by Smith College. If you are a student in financial need and your program fits the above description, you may apply by visiting https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqWvPYq78MyDjgl51X09fUl_r19pjfo-Lw8sJK-H2wYw-ixg/viewform

ES&P Presents 'Exploring the Intersection of Disability and Environmental Studies' , Monday, Nov. 18, 4:30 p.m., Campus Center 103/4

Disability and ecological crises are intertwined and co-created experiences, however the intersection of disability and the environment is often under explored. In this ES&P Special Studies presentation, Una Fonte '26 will give an overview of her research, which explored emerging theory and practice at the intersection of disability and environmental studies with a focus on environmental solutions emerging from disabled knowledges. Refreshments provided.

Opening Reception: 'Signs of Solastalgia' Exhibition , Saturday, Nov. 16, 2-4 p.m., Jannotta Gallery, Hillyer

Celebrate the opening of "Signs of Solastalgia," an exhibition curated and created by the students enrolled in ARS 390 Five College Advanced Studio Seminar. The artwork addresses solastalgia, the feelings of distress and anxiety caused by our globalized climate crisis. Each student artist has one work on display, along with select examples of nature journals. Additionally, this exhibition will feature handmade paper and anthotype photographs that were produced during in-class workshops held in collaboration with the Botanic Garden. On view through November 21.

Catholic Mass , Nov. 17 and Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m., Chapel Sanctuary

Join Smith�s Newman Catholic Club and Fr. Valentine Nworah to celebrate Mass on the following Sundays: November 10th, 17th and December 8th. Arrive at 2:30pm to pray the Rosary with the Newman Catholic Club members. You are welcome to receive the sacrament of confession between 2:30-3:00pm. Contact Fr. Val at v.nworah@diospringfield.org for information. All are Welcome!

See La Vie en Bleu as Part of JostenLive! , Friday, Nov. 15, 5 p.m., Josten Library Mezzanine

See La Vie en Bleu perform on the Josten Library Mezzanine! Formed in 2021 as an outdoor antidote to the pandemic, La Vie en Bleu developed a repertoire that includes world music, jazz, and popular standards in French, Spanish, Italian and English. JostenLive! is always free, brief, and open to all.

Annual Benefits Open Enrollment Virtual Information Sessions , Virtual Event

Smith�s annual Employee Benefits Open Enrollment period will run November 19 - December 5, 2024. Elections made during Open Enrollment become effective January 1, 2025. Open Enrollment is your once-per-year opportunity to make benefit changes like switching plans or adding/dropping dependents without a qualifying event. To learn more about 2025 benefit updates, how to complete your Open Enrollment via Workday, and resources available to help you, attend a Virtual Open Enrollment Information Session. Sessions will be offered on November 14, 4-5 p.m. ET https://smith.zoom.us/j/99959051807; November 19, 12-1 p.m. ET https://smith.zoom.us/j/99397825723; and November 22, 10-11 a.m. ET https://smith.zoom.us/j/92449342417

Campus School Open House , Thursday, Nov. 14, 8:30-10:30 a.m., 33 Prospect St.

The Campus School of Smith College will host an Open House for prospective families with students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the school and observe its programs in action. Interested families are encouraged to RSVP by visiting http://forms.gle/s8hcbuY5QeCrMcAc7

Calling All Smith Grant Recipients: Help Us Tell Your Story!

Every Smithie has a voice! Use yours to share your story with alums who support financial aid at Smith. Let them know that their gifts to financial aid are an investment in the world�s most promising students. Your participation is appreciated and helps lift up future generations of Smithies! Complete the �Scholarship Questionnaire� found here: http://tinyurl.com/26kmn8sn Please contact Lauren Correnty at: lcorrenty@smith.edu if you have questions. Thank you for helping us share your story!

Generating Justice and Joy , Thursday, Nov. 14, Chapel Sanctuary

Generating Justice and Joy serves as a �frame� for collective reverence and activity-it is a secular non -sectarian humanistic gathering space wherein a vigil takes place and community shares its joys as well as concerns. Snacks and support will be shared - all are welcome.

Fall 2024 Lighting Walk , Thursday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m., Clark Hall front porch

Join the Dean of Students, Campus Safety, Facilities, and various partners from across the college for our biannual nighttime walk to review safety and security, as it is related to lighting on campus. Our fall semester walk will start from Clark Hall front porch.

Fall 2024 Lighting Walk , Thursday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m., Clark Hall front porch

Pre-Departure Orientation Series - Involvement & Travel Logistics Big (and Little!) Picture: Student Life Abroad , Monday, Nov. 18, 12:15 p.m., McConnell 103

Learn to take advantage of the co-curricular parts of life abroad. Feelings of isolation are quite normal and they might kick in during the first few weeks of being abroad. Explore ways to draw on co-curricular passions to stay involved! Plus, uncover tools for logistical success for seasoned or first-time travelers.

Namecoach Service To Be Discontinued; New Workday Features

Effective November 14, 2024, Smith will discontinue use of the name pronunciation service Namecoach. This means that the Namecoach online service and any Namecoach recordings used in tools such as Moodle will no longer be available. Workday now offers similar features to record your name and enter a phonetic spelling as part of your Workday profile so that others at Smith can access these details. Correctly pronouncing one another�s names affirms identity and builds community; therefore, we encourage everyone to record and share their name pronunciations. Instructions and FAQs are available on the Digital Support Site at https://sites.google.com/smith.edu/digital/ .

ITS Updates Monthly Meeting , Friday, Nov. 15, 12:15-1 p.m., Stoddard Hall or Via Zoom

Get the latest updates about ITS current projects and planned initiatives at our monthly ITS Updates meetings. On Friday, Nov. 15, our primary topic will be the ongoing ITS cost reduction work. We will talk about what that means and how we will keep the community informed. We have space for up to 12 people to join us in Stoddard. Bring your lunch; we'll provide drinks and cookies. The option to join virtually is also available. Register for the November 15 session at https://go.oncehub.com/ITSUpdatesCommunityMeeting

Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Fan-Making Workshop , Saturday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Join CSA for a workshop on Chinese painting and calligraphy. Participants will be able to take home a free fan, with Chinese calligraphy designed by themselves. No experience is needed, we will have teachers there to teach you how to hold a pen and how to draw! Don't have to know a single Chinese character. Spot is limited to 20 people, first come first serve, open the everyone!

Theatre Department Season Selection Meeting , Thursday, Nov. 14, 4:15 p.m., Green Room, Mendenhall

The Smith Theatre Department invites students to the initial discussion of the 2025-2026 season selection process. Both theatre faculty and student liaisons will be there. Open to all! What kinds of plays would you be excited to work on? (Anything at all�even the work that scares you.); What kinds of plays would be exciting to share with the community?; What kinds of questions would you like to see the plays ask?; What conversations should we be taking on at this particular moment?; What would you like to learn or grow in through the work? Email Nikki Beck or Daniel Kramer with questions.

Cromwell Day: Quilting and Collaging as a Practice in Social Justice and Community Building , Thursday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m., Meridians, 22 Green St.

Join the Meridians team for an evening of collaging, paper quilting, and learning using materials from our previous issues, in recognition of Cromwell Day at 22 Green Street. Pizza will be provided.

Multicultural Experience Program - Study Abroad Panel , Monday, Nov. 18, 4:30 p.m., Mwangi Center, Davis

The Offices of Multicultural Affairs and International Study combine their collective wit to present: A Study Abroad Panel. Ask fellow students about their study abroad preparation and experiences around the world. Panelists are Nafisa Ahmed at LSE, Teagan Benavidez at Middlebury in Cameroon, Faith Borkataky-Varma at DIS in Copenhagen, Trang Tran at Smith in Geneva, and Amy Wu at the Associated Kyoto Program.

Workshop: Finding Geospatial Internships , Thursday, Nov. 14, 4:15 p.m., CEEDS Wright Hall

Interested in a GIS or mapping internship but don�t know where to start? The Lazarus Center and the SAL will help you tailor your search to the kinds of spatial problems you want to work on and identify some internships that may be good for you. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/GIS-internships. Drop-ins welcome, but RSVPs help us plan.

Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator Candidate Presentation , Friday, Nov. 15, 11:15 a.m., Davis Ballroom

The college is hiring our next Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator. As part of this process, we extend an open invitation to all members of the community to attend and gain insights into how each candidate intends to integrate their expertise, background, and individual approach to enhance civil rights compliance at Smith. We will ask for your feedback following the event.

Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator Candidate Presentation , Friday, Nov. 15, 11:15 a.m., Davis Ballroom

In Conversation With Gazan Journalist and Student Shaza Abu Dayeh , Saturday, Nov. 16, Noon, Weinstein Auditorium, Wright

Gazan journalist Shaza Abu Dayeh will outline her life story, and speak largely about her experience documenting and surviving genocide, specifically the publication of her journal, and the audiovisual content she publishes. The conversation, which includes a Q&A, will be moderated by Susanna Ferguson, assistant professor of Middle East studies, and is sponsored by the Program in Middle East Studies and the Program for the Study of Women, Gender, & Sexuality. Students, faculty, and community members will be invited to submit questions beforehand, and at the end during a Q&A. This event is an opportunity for the Smith community to learn from a fellow student, who is a journalist and writer surviving unimaginable circumstances. Copies of Abu Dayeh's books will be available for purchase at the event.

RSVP for Art of Leading Teams: Cultivating Hope & Imagining Desirable Futures in Our Work , Tuesday, Nov. 19, 12:15 p.m., Virtual Event

We all experience moments when it can feel hard to see beyond a current moment and imagine new possibilities, whether in our work, our personal lives, or the world at large. Join us to explore strategies to face challenges with more hope and creativity, concretely imagine what could be different in the future, and take action toward making those future conditions more possible. Sponsored by the Wurtele Center for Leadership and co-facilitated by Jennifer Guglielmo, Associate Professor of History. Part of a monthly series open to all faculty and staff. RSVP for Zoom link: https://forms.gle/eEi4ge7BFce2pScf8 (IN-PERSON SESSION IS FULL.)

My Paint Is Black: Art of Human Rights and Migration With Michael Elliott (Virtual Lecture) , Thursday, Nov. 14, 3 p.m., Virtual Event

Jamaican artist Michael Elliott�s photorealistic paintings make direct social commentary on race, migration, slavery, corruption, and politics. His Empire Windrush series critically symbolizes the Windrush Scandal and the plight of a generation of Caribbean migrants who after being invited to the UK to rebuild post-war Britain endured racial discrimination followed by job loss and deportation. Elliott's art examines colonialism and imperialism and encapsulates the broken promises of citizenship and community. In this virtual lecture Elliott will discuss his projects and process in a practice dedicated to creatively analyzing history and addressing injustice. Email twint@smith.edu for zoom link.

German Studies: Roberto Simanowski on 'Looking at AI Through the Eyes of German Classics' , Monday, Nov. 18, 4:30 p.m., Dewey Common Room

If language is the "house of our being" (Heidegger), then artificial intelligence has broken into that house. Who speaks in AI-generated texts? According to whose principles are they generated? AI is forcing society to confront longstanding yet long-neglected questions. This talk addresses these issues with the help of German classics: Goethe, Schiller, Lessing, and others. Roberto Simanowski (Ph.D. Literary Studies, Venia Legendi Media Studies) has been a Professor of German and Media Studies at Brown University, the University of Basel, and the City University of Hong Kong. He publishes widely on the aesthetics, culture, and politics of digital media.

Raise Your Voice For Positive Change! Amplify Competition Now Open - Prizes Up to $500

The Wurtele Center for Leadership�s Amplify Competition is now open and offers Smith students the chance to share their knowledge, stories and perspectives in a public forum. Submit an op-ed, a zine, and/or present a TED-style talk on an issue that matters to you. The top three submissions in each category win a cash prize. For more information and submission links: https://www.smith.edu/academics/integrative-learning/wurtele-center-leadership/amplify-program/amplify-competition

Register Now for January Public Speaking Workshop: 'How to Write and Deliver a TED-Style Talk' , Deadline: January 15

Designed to help you craft and deliver a short, persuasive talk, this two-day intensive workshop (Fri 1/24 from 1:00-5:15pm AND Sat 1/25 from 1:00-4:00pm) with Susan Daniels, professional presentation coach, will help you build confidence and skills for public speaking. Sponsored by the Wurtele Center for Leadership as part of the Amplify Program, which gives students opportunities to practice public voice as a powerful form of leadership. This workshop is strongly recommended for any student participating in the Amplify Public Speaking Competition, and limited additional spots are available for other students. It will take place in Neilson 102. REGISTRATION REQUIRED by 1/15: https://socialnetwork.smith.edu/event/10622160

Apple Sale at the Computer Store , November 18-22, Stoddard Hall

The Smith College Computer Store is offering an additional 8% off personal sales of eligible Apple MacBook laptops, iMac desktops, and iPad tablets. Please email cstore@smith.edu, call 413-585-3027 or stop in for more information. There's still time to pre-order today to take advantage of this once a semester sale offering!

Lamont House Yard Sale , Saturday, Nov. 16, Noon-3 p.m., Lamont House Courtyard

Stop in for a fun afternoon yard sale featuring baked goods, clothing, handmade art, and more! Cash and card are both accepted, and all proceeds will go to Lamont House funds :)

11/12/2024 Digest

Community Job Board

Local community members seek Smith College students for short-term jobs, gigs or projects, including: tutoring, child care, pet care, gardening, household assistance, photography, social media, etc. View ongoing list of opportunities at http://bit.ly/SCjobboard or access link via Handshake - Career Center - Resources. Job Board only viewable by smith.edu accounts. Questions? email lazarus@smith.edu

Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert: The Spirit of Jazz & More! , Saturday, Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage

Smith College Jazz Ensemble presents The Spirit of Jazz & More! Extend the fun of fall a few more weeks with a familiar mix of classic jazz and other styles. Free, open to the public, and family-friendly.

Sherrerd Center Teaching Arts Luncheon: The Pleasures and Perils of Teaching a Calderwood Seminar , Friday, Nov. 15, Noon, Neilson Library 102

The Calderwood Seminar provides upper-level students the opportunity to translate knowledge acquired in their majors into lively, accessible public-facing writing assignments such as op-eds, blog posts, and interviews, within a unique format of peer editing and in-class workshopping. Panelists Marnie Anderson (HST), Julianna Tymoczko (MTH), and Camille Washingto-Ottombre (ENV), with MJ Wraga (PSY) moderating will discuss the positives and challenges associated with teaching Calderwoods, and how they may have changed in post-Covid years. Previous students� feedback will be shared, as well as resources available to faculty interested in teaching a Calderwood. Lunch at noon; presentation at 12:20 pm. RSVP: https://forms.gle/d4H8pvtetQfLkG7D8.

Register Now for 'Invisible Power: How Understanding Hidden Disabilities Transforms Leadership' - Exec. Ed Community Keynote , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 1 p.m., Virtual Event

Recognizing and supporting invisible disabilities is a vital aspect of creating more inclusive and compassionate workplaces. Smith College Executive Education's November Community Keynote, led by award-winning entrepreneur and author Michelle Weger, offers actionable strategies for fostering a culture of belonging, unlocking creativity, and enhancing team collaboration. The session includes time for an interactive Q&A with Michelle, whose personal stories of living with narcolepsy and a service dog will inspire a deeper understanding of how invisible disabilities impact leadership and innovation. Registration: https://bit.ly/NovemberCommunityKeynote

Residence Life Staff Spring Openings

Residence Life is now accepting applications for new staff members for the Spring 2025 semester. Individuals who are committed to creating inclusive communities and belonging at Smith are encouraged to apply. If you are interested, applications are on the Smith Social Network, on the Residence Life page, and are being accepted on a rolling basis. https://socialnetwork.smith.edu/submitter/form/start/614124

Nicholas Jones--'A Provocation on the State of the Field: Cervantine Blackness' , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:30 p.m., Seelye 201

Nicholas R. Jones is an assistant professor in the Spanish and Portuguese department at Yale University and the author of the prize winning Staging "Habla de Negros": Radical Performances of the African diaspora in early modern Spain. This lecture explores Miguel de Cervantes's portrayal of black Africans and sub-Saharan Africa in Jone's latest work, Cervantine Blackness. Jones will chart important new methodological and theoretical terrain, most uniquely problematizing the ways emphasis on agency has stifled and truncated the study of blackness in early modern Spanish culture and literary production.

Auditions: 'Scissoring' by C Quintana, Directed by Kelsey Rainwater , Nov. 11 and 13, 7-9 p.m., Acting Studio 1, Mendenhall CPA

Please let us know if you are interested but unable to make either date. When Abigail Bauer takes a job as a teacher at a conservative Catholic school, she is forced to step back into the closet against the wishes of her long-term girlfriend. Casting eight performers, full breakdown available online at http://Smith.edu/theatre. No appointment necessary. Sides from the script will be available at the audition for cold reads. No preparation necessary. Perusal scripts available at Josten Library. Contact/Questions: Production Manager, Nikki Beck, ncbeck@smith.edu

Today Is Otelia Cromwell Day 2024 , Tuesday, Nov. 12

Today is Otelia Cromwell Day. All morning and afternoon classes are canceled so that students may attend the events. The theme of this year's Cromwell Day is "Now What? Liberation In a Time of Uncertainty" and will feature keynote speaker Tourmaline at 1:30 p.m. in John M. Greene Hall, workshops offered by the community, and a variety of other programs. For the full schedule, visit http://smith.edu/about-smith/college-events/cromwell-day.

Geothermal Energy Project Update - Athletics Fields , Monday, Nov. 4

Walking paths along athletics fields by Paradise Pond and some athletic fields will be affected by Geothermal Energy Project drilling starting in mid-November and lasting through the spring of 2026. Please be mindful of new fencing and signage, and for your safety, avoid construction areas. Much of the construction will be on the west side of the outdoor track. Signage will notify pedestrians of closures and detours. Visit https://smithgeoenergy.info/ for more information and to sign up for the weekly project update.

OPT Information Session , Thursday, Nov. 14, 4:30 p.m., Lewis Global Studies Center, Wright

This information session is an opportunity for international students who use an F-1 visa to attend Smith to learn about post-graduation work authorization available through the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. Students preparing to graduate who wish to apply for OPT will be required to attend an OPT session prior to applying. This is the last OPT session for the Fall semester!

Exploring Careers in Policy and Science , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5 p.m., Neilson Library 102

Christie Hager ('86, Psychology), JD, MPH, currently serves as the Senior Advisor Behavioral Health Special Projects for Mass Health and as an Associate Professor of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at UMass Chan Medical School. She has written about the duties of a public health lawyer and will bring her expertise and personal experience to campus to discuss how she has navigated being a public policy expert with her interest in science and health. To register, visit https://smith.joinhandshake.com/events/1575865/share_preview

Apple Sale at the Computer Store , November 18-22, Stoddard Hall

The Smith College Computer Store is announcing offering an additional 8% off personal sales of eligible Apple MacBook laptops, iMac desktops, and iPad tablets.Please email cstore@smith.edu, call 413-585-3027 or stop in for more information. Pre-order today to take advantage of this once a semester sale offering!

John Murillo & Nicole Sealey Presented by the Boutelle-Day Poetry Center , Tuesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m., Weinstein Auditorium, Wright

John Murillo�s "Kontemporary Amerikan Poetry" (Four Way Books, 2020) is a lyrical masterwork, mixing epiphany and grief in poems about the African American experience. Nicole Sealey is the author of "The Ferguson Report: An Erasure" (Knopf, 2023), a revelatory book that pushes form to convey the complexities that emerge when confronting violence against Black bodies. These award-winning poets will be joined in conversation by Nathan McClain following reading. Books will be sold and a signing will follow. Free and open to all! Livestreams on BDPC Facebook and YouTube.

Stuff-A-Cruiser to Benefit Shriners Hospital for Children , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m., Chapin Lawn

Come join us on Chapin Lawn and donate a new, unwrapped toy to benefit the children at Shriners Hospital. All participants will be entered to win a FREE PARKING PASS.

The Connection Collective , Sundays Beginning Nov. 10, 2-3 p.m., Jandon Center, Wright 013

Looking for more community and connection on campus? As part of a new pilot initiative. On Sundays 2 pm to 3 pm, in Jandon (Wright Hall, 013) there will be a peer-facilitated gathering that is an opportunity to incorporate more self-care and mindfulness and also establish new connections and community with others. Crafts, snacks, and tea provided!

Everyday Tools for Equity & Inclusion: Tools for Combating Racial Bias and Microaggressions , November 13 or 14, Lily 206 and Virtual

As part of celebrating Cromwell Day, this session will focus on providing workshop participants with concrete tools that can be utilized to combat the racial bias and microaggressions we come across in our everyday lives. In person session: Wednesday Nov. 13 from 12:15 to 1:15 in Lilly Hall 206. Virtual Session: Thursday, Nov. 14 from 10:30 to 11:30 on Zoom. To register, use this link: https://bit.ly/EVTOOLS24

Building a Creative Career: Lunch With Artist/Filmmaker/Writer/Activist Tourmaline , Wednesday, Nov. 13, Noon, Campus Center 103/4

In an informal student-moderated discussion over lunch, multimedia artist Tourmaline � keynote speaker at this year's Cromwell Day celebration � will offer insights and strategies for creative careers. Attendees will have a rare chance to chat with an acclaimed working artist and ask questions about how to thrive while pursuing one's passions. Co-sponsored by the Smith Office of the Arts and the Arts, Media, & Communications Career Community at the Lazarus Center. Register on Handshake. https://smith.joinhandshake.com/events/1641383/

Collaborative Writing Workshop , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:30 p.m., Seelye 301

Have you been given a collaborative writing project for a class? Are you dreading it? Come to a workshop run by Sara Eddy (Jacobson Center) and Megan Lyster (Wurtele Center) designed to help you from start to finish. We'll cover when to divide work and when to do it together, how to make periodic check-ins, and what to do when the group falls apart, among other topics. Come prepared to think about your project! Students not currently involved in a collaborative project are welcome. Contact Sara Eddy (seddy@smith.edu) or Megan Lyster (mlyster@smith.edu) for more information. (Seelye 301)

The Spiritual Foundation of Flow: Cromwell Day Black Spirituality Workshop , Tuesday, Nov. 12, 3:15 p.m., Bodman Lounge, Chapel

This workshop will create conversations around the spiritual understanding of Hip Hop flow, and spark conversation around black rhythmic expression and Black spiritualism. Flow is something that is fluid and infinite and allows emcees to express themselves through creative story-telling, which is rooted in Black spiritualism. More than a music genre, Hip hop is in itself a universe. People, who embrace hip hop as a culture and take part in it along with those, who are interested in artistic spaces that reimagine and embrace blackness, will enjoy this workshop. All are invited. Moderated by Kylie Gregory �26 and presented by Lena Santana '26. For the full Cromwell Day schedule, visit http://smith.edu/about-smith/college-events/cromwell-day.

Special Collections Celebration of the Cromwell Family papers , Tuesday, Nov. 12, 3:15-4:15 p.m., Neilson 304

On Cromwell Day, visit the archives and explore materials from the Cromwell Family papers, including recent additions that offer a glimpse into the everyday lives of Otelia and Adelaide Cromwell and their families. For the full Otelia Cromwell Day schedule, visit https://www.smith.edu/news-events/events/cromwell-day

Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator Candidate Presentation , Wednesday, Nov. 13, 12:15 p.m., Davis Ballroom

Today Is Otelia Cromwell Day , Tuesday, Nov. 12

Today is Otelia Cromwell Day. All morning and afternoon classes are canceled so that students may attend the events. The theme this year is "Now What? Liberation In a Time of Uncertainty" and will feature keynote speaker Tourmaline at 1:30 p.m. in John M. Greene Hall, workshops offered by the community, and a variety of other programs. For the full schedule, visit http://smith.edu/about-smith/college-events/cromwell-day.

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