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chrysanthemum

Here Come the Mums

Stop by the Lyman Conservatory from Saturday, November 2 until Sunday, November 17 to take in a dazzling array of hues and blooms at the annual Fall Chrysanthemum Show. Open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, the show will be sure to impress.

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Smith, in the Moment

Stay current with all things Smith. Learn about upcoming events and peruse the news on Smith Today.

Research & Inquiry

People News, November 2024

Read about the latest accomplishments of Smith students, faculty, staff, and alums.

  • Research & Inquiry
  • November 1, 2024
Campus Life

The Zine is the Thing

At ZineFest, Smithies dive into the art of self-publishing.

  • Campus Life
  • October 17, 2024
A student holds a paper with the words Make in front of their face while looking at the camera at ZineFest 2024
News of Note

Portrait of a Presidency

New painting captures the spirit of Kathleen McCartney, Smith’s 11th president.

  • News of Note
  • October 28, 2024

A Culture of Community

Faithrose Daniel ’27

Statistical & Data Sciences and Government major

“Being a Smithie means ohana, a [Hawaiian] term I borrowed from the animated film Lilo & Stitch that signifies family. At Smith, ohana represents a sense of unity, where we're all driven by the shared belief that we succeed together.”

Discover House Community

Joanna May

Vice President for Enrollment, Office of Admission

“Who you are and what you bring to our campus is really important. We’re an institution founded on a mission of access and diversity for women who weren’t allowed to attend elite institutions of higher education. That’s still the heart of who we are at Smith.”

Keeping Our Community Diverse

Jina B. Kim

Assistant Professor of English Language & Literature and of the Study of Women, Gender, & Sexuality

“The mission of my classroom is first and foremost one of collaboration and interdependency. On the first day of my classes, we speak with intention about the kind of discussion space we want to build together, and we brainstorm strategies about how we can get there.”

Find Community in Academics

Jina B. Kim

Stephanie Tangard ’14

Program Manager, Werfen

“Community at Smith means having the ability to understand and respect the differences that exist amongst us, yet still treat others like family and make them feel welcome.”

Discover Your Alum Community

Stephanie Tangard