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Moustafa Bayoumi to speak on “Exiled from Democracy”
Before his Dec. 3 talk at Mount Holyoke College, award-winning author, journalist and professor Moustafa Bayoumi spoke about the most recent presidential election and why his book “How Does It Feel to Be a Problem?” is still relevant.
Mount Holyoke College announces two new endowed chairs
The $6 million gift by an anonymous donor will endow two new faculty chairs named for illustrious Mount Holyoke alums in the arts: the Debra Martin Chase ’77 Chair in Film Media Theater and the Suzan-Lori Parks ’85 Chair in Creative Writing.
Students curate an exhibit about Clapp Laboratory’s history
Mount Holyoke College students have created an exhibit, “Cornelia and Concrete,” about alum Cornelia Clapp and the 100-year-old laboratory building that bears her name.
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Students curate an exhibit about Clapp Laboratory’s history
Mount Holyoke College students have created an exhibit, “Cornelia and Concrete,” about alum Cornelia Clapp and the 100-year-old laboratory building that bears her name.
“One to One” with President Holley
Alum Sheryl McCarthy ’69 interviewed Mount Holyoke College President Danielle Holley on the CUNY TV show “One to One.” They explored topics such as the role of women’s colleges and the power of humanities in today’s career-focused world.
Students explore future environmental career possibilities
Taking part in a two-day workshop featuring alums, staff and current interns, Mount Holyoke College students had the opportunity to learn what a career in environmental work entails and how to get on the right track to start their own journeys.
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Mount Holyoke College announces two new endowed chairs
The $6 million gift by an anonymous donor will endow two new faculty chairs named for illustrious Mount Holyoke alums in the arts: the Debra Martin Chase ’77 Chair in Film Media Theater and the Suzan-Lori Parks ’85 Chair in Creative Writing.
Five on Film Series: Nomadland
Mount Holyoke College President Danielle R. Holley provided an introduction for a showing of “Nomadland,” directed by Chloé Zhao ’05, at Amherst Cinema. The event, part of a series called “Five on Film,” highlights alums of the Five College Consortium.
Harmonia Rosales and “The Harvest”
Artist Harmonia Rosales spoke at the Mount Holyoke College Art Museum about her work, including her painting “The Harvest.”
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Faculty in the news
Mount Holyoke College announces two new endowed chairs
The $6 million gift by an anonymous donor will endow two new faculty chairs named for illustrious Mount Holyoke alums in the arts: the Debra Martin Chase ’77 Chair in Film Media Theater and the Suzan-Lori Parks ’85 Chair in Creative Writing.
Cementing family legacies
A Mount Holyoke College alum and a professor emeritus, who are both historians, wrestle with their family histories in a new podcast.
LEAP focuses on real-world learning
Mount Holyoke College students presented at the annual LEAP Symposium, the premier showcase of their summer research or internship experiences.
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Students curate an exhibit about Clapp Laboratory’s history
Mount Holyoke College students have created an exhibit, “Cornelia and Concrete,” about alum Cornelia Clapp and the 100-year-old laboratory building that bears her name.
“One to One” with President Holley
Alum Sheryl McCarthy ’69 interviewed Mount Holyoke College President Danielle Holley on the CUNY TV show “One to One.” They explored topics such as the role of women’s colleges and the power of humanities in today’s career-focused world.
A huge amount of scrutiny with little room for error
President Danielle R. Holley shared some insights with MassLive on her experience as Mount Holyoke College’s first permanent president who is a woman of color amid the growing list of presidents stepping down from roles at academic institutions.
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