Remember, accommodations in college houses are not equal to hotels or motels. Student residences are not air-conditioned and only some houses have elevators. Rooms will have basic conveniences—a single bed, sheets, one pillow, one blanket, one towel, one washcloth, soap, and hangers. We suggest flip-flops or slippers for going to and from the bathroom. Anything else you might require should be brought from home. Please do not bring valuables, because you will not receive a key to your room. For security purposes, students will be on doorwatch in the houses.

The Alumnae Association will issue room information when you arrive on campus and room assignments cannot be changed. On-campus rooms will be available at 3 p.m. on Thursday. Children may stay in a parent’s room at no extra charge; however, sleeping bags, porta-cribs, and linens should be brought from home. There are no special arrangements for male guests in terms of restroom facilities.

Smoking is prohibited in all Smith College buildings. No pets are allowed in campus buildings. You will not have access to a refrigerator or kitchen facilities.

If roughing it in campus housing is not for you, you may prefer to stay in a hotel, motel, or B&B in the Northampton area. For information regarding area accommodations, visit the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce Web site at www.explorenorthampton.com or call 413-584-1900.