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For New Students

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While the first-year experience truly begins at your introduction to the college, the mission of the First-Year Experience Program is to welcome and introduce you to the rich academic, cultural, co-curricular, social and residential life of the college. We offer a seamless series of events designed to help all students who are new to campus, including transfers and Ada Comstock Scholars, engage as productive and successful members of the Smith community.

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For New Students

Arrival & Central Check-In

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity

Orientation Programs

Advising & Registration

First-Year Seminars

First-Year Seminars

Residence Life & Housing

Your First Year at Smith

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Student Affairs

Student Affairs is a central stop, connecting students to a wide variety of services, programs and activities to ensure their success during their time at Smith.

Residence Life

The Office of Residence Life works with students to ensure that your living environment enriches your Smith experience.

Health & Wellness

The Nancy and Henry Schacht Center for Health and Wellness provides medical care, counseling, and health and wellness education.