Active in ​​Smith’s Design Thinking Initiative, Ariel Benjamin ’25 and Emma Merchant ’24, at front, are committed to making Smith a more inclusive place for all. In this Q&A, they each describe how simple acts such as posting empowering signs and installing improved seating in spaces across campus help foster a sense of community.

Two years ago, U.S. and NATO forces left Afghanistan. In this article, Shaharzad Akbar ’09, Simin Saba Royesh ’21, and Mina Zahine ’15, from left, share how they’re coping in light of what’s unfolded in their homeland.

In this late 2023 episode of the On The Spot With Juliana podcast, Willie-LeBreton shares insights on her remarkable leadership journey and discusses how individuals can embrace their authenticity and find joy.

America Redux: Visual Stories From Our Dynamic History, which focuses on U.S. history, was hailed as a “provocative, courageous, and inclusive” piece of young readers’ literature by the Kirkus Prize jurors.

Through June 2024, the botanic garden is showing The Bell Jars, an exhibit the Boston Globe says seeks to “draw visitors into Plath’s era and imagination” through insights about the late poet and pieces of women’s history.

Through her baking business, Emily’s Hearth, Downs makes handcrafted pizzas and breads for farmers markets and catered events. In this interview, she discusses her dream to open a permanent shop in her hometown.

Join our virtual community to connect with fellow Smithies and discuss various book genres, such as love and lifelong learning. In January, the club began reading Ann Patchett’s Tom Lake. Learn how to join in on the discussions by visiting our website.

As the new vice president of business development, Harley brings to the table three decades of experience working with engineering, environmental, and services firms, according to a BGS press release.

In this profile, Colón expands on how fulfilling it is to serve and empower Holyoke students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and needs, citing her own education as what helped make this “dream come true.”

Focused on supporting continual improvements in postsecondary STEM education, the program recognized Smith College with a bronze award in honor of its work to “create a more inclusive and diverse physics department.”

In October 2017, Smith broke ground for a new Neilson Library reimagined by renowned architectural designer Maya Lin. In this feature, Lin reflects on the unveiling of the new Smith library in March 2021 and speaks about her other projects.

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