For the first time in more than 25 years, Smith College’s magazine has undergone a complete redesign. Created in partnership with design firm Pentagram, the updated magazine has a more contemporary look and new features that highlight the many ways students, staff, faculty, and alums are changing the world. “We consider the Smith Quarterly a gift to our readers and hope they’ll enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed creating it,” says the magazine’s editor, Christina Barber-Just.

A damper engineer for the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team, Hackenberg grew up tinkering with cars and electronics. “I’ve always loved taking things apart,” she told the Press-Telegram, sharing how her childhood and Smith experiences prepared her for this high-speed profession.

Hosted by Western New England University, the event brought together experts and advocates to discuss matters of reproductive justice. During the forum, Ross spoke about discrimination she’s personally faced and why she got involved in reproductive justice activism.

In The Cliffs, Sullivan weaves together topics of repatriation, alcoholism, and spiritualism for a tale revolving around a mysterious house. Chosen for Reese’s Book Club, the novel was hailed as “a deeply moving tale of lives once lost to history” by NPR affiliate WBUR.

On staff since 1997, Berryhill brings deep knowledge to his role as interim director of the botanic garden. During a recent Q&A, he spoke about the joys of his job and his goals for the future. “I love what we do here, and I think we can tell that story a little louder,” says Berryhill.

For her recent one-day art installation in Neilson Library, Revlock provided a cozy space with a chair, lamp, and stack of paper where participants could write apologies. “The more we practice [giving] apologies, the more it will become a part of our culture,” the artist explains.

Described as a weekend of knowledge exchange, grassroots organizing, celebration, and ceremony, the event will bring together farmers from all demographics who share a common goal of wanting to advance land and food sovereignty in the Northeast.

Hannon was recently appointed to this role permanently after serving as interim dean of students. In a statement, Hannon’s contributions were deemed instrumental in fostering a place where students can feel safe, loved, and challenged.

Led by Joanna May, Smith’s vice president for enrollment, the free webinar will offer invaluable strategies and insider tips for those looking to help their children stand out in the competitive landscape of college admissions.

Author of Up Home: One Girl’s Journey, Simmons recently spoke to the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation about the importance of literacy for people of all ages. Her full interview with TV anchor Candace Burns is now available on YouTube.

Recently named the A. LeRoy Greason Chair in the Creative Arts, Aoki is a celebrated choreographer and dancer. According to a statement, these endowed chairs are a chance to honor faculty members who contribute to Bowdoin in vibrant, powerful ways.

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