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Student Life Events


Events hosted by students, for students! Embark is the one stop shop for student involvement, where Mount Holyoke's communities connect and engage!


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Register Now for the Summit on Women's Leadership in Climate Justice

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 1am to 11pm

There is still time to register for our Summit on Women’s Leadership in Climate Justice and registration is free for all MHC students, faculty, and staff! Scheduled for April 13-15, 2023, the...

MWCE Open Office Hour

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 12:15pm to 1:30pm

Phakchok Rinpoche draws from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition to provide a fresh perspective on dignity as something cultivated from within rather than conferred from without. When we come to know...

Jeannette Marks Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Betty Shabazz Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

(Women's Tennis) Connecticut College vs. Mount Holyoke College

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 2pm to 3pm

Interested in learning more about the Miller Worley Center for the Environment? Want to connect with student leaders to collaborate on projects that focus on environmental justice and...

Buddhist Meditation

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 4pm to 8pm

Drop-in hours for the Jeannette Marks Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Asian Center for Empowerment (ACE) Drop-in Hours

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Join Amber Bemak for Buddhist Meditation (4:30-5:30), followed by an opportunity for one-on-one conversation (5:30-6:30).

(Women's Lacrosse) Rhode Island College vs. Mount Holyoke College

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 5pm to 7pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

A Reading and Discussion with Tahmima Anam ’97, author of "The Startup Wife"

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 5pm to 7pm

As you all know that winter is almost here and it’s getting colder everyday. It is the perfect weather to have some hot drinks. We are excited to invite you to our upcoming event on behalf of the...

MHC Semester in D.C. Application Period

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 5pm to 11:55pm

Applications are now open for the Fall 2023 MHC Semester in D.C. program! Semester in D.C. is an exciting academic and internship program for students to live, study, and intern in Washington.,...

The Odyssey Bookshop: Leah Penniman

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Have a quick question or looking for assistance with your search? Hoping to work on a cover letter, resume, Lynk application, LinkedIn profile? Stop by the Career Studio at the CDC. Ask questions,...

Department of Sociology & Anthropology Tea

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 7pm to 9pm

Join the Pagan, Polytheist & Animist Collective for tea and community-building as we talk about our practices. On Sunday we have more informal chats and do readings and groundings for the coming...

Legal Name Change Event

Wed, Mar 22, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in person on Wednesday, March 22 at 7 PM as Leah Penniman talks about *Black Earth Wisdom: Soulful Conversations with Black Environmentalists. *She will be joined by Lauret Savoy.About the...

Cup Stacking Challenge

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Eliana Ortega Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

English Department Spring Tea

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Do you have any questions about your student organization? Want to get involved? Questions about deadlines or forms? Come visit us in the Student Involvement Studio (Blanch 304).

STEMPOC Trivia Night

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 2pm to 5pm

Complete the cup stacking challenge before the timer runs out and win a prize! A "Be Well Break" program, sponsored by the Office of Student Involvement.

TransFormation

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 4:30pm to 6pm

STEMPOC shall be having a STEM focused trivia night. We shall be giving out prizes to the top three players.

Liga Filipina Karaoke Night

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 5pm to 7pm

Come join the Liga board for karaoke and Filipino food catered by Ginger Love Cafe!

Housekeeper Appreciation Card Making

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 6pm to 7:30pm

Attendees will be challenged with a series of difficult LSAT questions and a TestMasters instructor will demonstrate the most effective methods for tackling them. If you are interested in law...

MISC Paint & Sip

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 6:30pm to 7:30pm

SHRI (Students of Hinduism Reaching Inwards) invites you to join us for our weekly puja and conversation. All community members regardless of religious affiliation are welcome.

Thesis Writing Circle

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 6:30pm to 8pm

The Thesis Writing Circle is open to any MHC senior and is designed to provide ongoing writing support, structure, and space for writers. The group is a drop-in, although students will certainly...

Blanchard Hall, 209

Pikuach Nefesh Weekend: Gift of Life Drive

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in person on the campus of Mount Holyoke College on Thursday, March 23 at 7 PM to hear Kate Zernike talk about her new book, *The Exceptions*.This event will be held in Cleveland L3 on the...

The Odyssey Bookshop: Kate Zernike

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in the Ham Hall common room to make appreciation/thank you cards for your favorite campus employee or housekeeper!

Career Studio

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 10am to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Betty Shabazz Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

MHC Semester in D.C. In-Person Information Session

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 11am to 2pm

We are working with Gift of Life, an international public bone marrow and blood stem cell registry, to collect cheek swabs which will go to a laboratory for tissue typing, and that information will...

Virtual Reality World Travels

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 11:30am to 3:30pm

Have a quick question or looking for assistance with your search? Hoping to work on a cover letter, resume, Lynk application, LinkedIn profile? Stop by the Career Studio at the CDC. Ask questions,...

Ramadan Muslim Community Space

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 12pm to 2pm

MHC Semester in D.C. is an exciting academic and internship program for students to live, study, and intern in Washington., D.C. This program is available to both juniors and seniors to spend a...

Deeper Than Skin

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 12:30pm to 2pm

Muslim Chaplain, Liza Lozovaya, will give an overview and answer questions about the Islamic tradition of Ramadan. Everybody is welcome!

Student Employment Help Desk

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 12:30pm to 2:30pm

A space for those observing Ramadan to come together and share the experience as a community. Friday Prayer will be conducted at 1 PM by the Muslim Chaplain,

AppFest 2023

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Do you have questions about student employment or work-study? Do you need help finding an on-campus job? Drop by the Career Development Center to meet with Alexis MacGregor, Assistant Director of...

Asian Center for Empowerment (ACE) Drop-in Hours

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 5pm to 6pm

Sing songs, schmooze with friends, and nosh on fresh baked challah with Mount Holyoke's Jewish community as we welcome Shabbat and celebrate this special period of rest and renewal.

Unitarian Universalists Weekly Gathering

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 5pm to 8pm

This resource center is for students who self-identify as first generation (first to go to a four year college in the United States) and/ or low-income, or any student who is in need due to lack of...

BIPOC Art Circle

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 6pm to 7pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Karaoke After Dark

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 6pm to 7pm

Join us as we gather to check in, share our joys and concerns, enjoy readings and songs, and spend time together over crafts. Everyone is welcome!

DIY Sensory Jars

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Calling all music lovers! Join the class board of 2024, for an after-dark karaoke event. Complete with cotton candy, themed mocktails, and glowsticks. Let's GLOW

Korean Speech Contest

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Mount Holyoke is excited to host a screening of the Netflix Film “True Spirit” and a talk-back with the producer, Mount Holyoke’s very own Debra Martina Chase ‘77, and writer and director, Sarah...

Dickinson take to Webs: America's Biggest Yarn Store

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 9pm to 11pm

Join RAs Emmanuella and Julia for a DIY sensory jar project! What is a sensory jar you ask?! Well, its a mason jar filled with water, a lil bit of glue, and glitter and/or charms of your choice!...

Trips to International Food Markets (ACE House)

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 1pm to 3pm

Open to Dickinson residents! Come join RF Gillian on a trip to Webs: America's Biggest Yarn Store. We will take a fleet and residents may purchase 1 skein of yarn.

Amherst Outing

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 2pm to 3pm

Looking for a roommate for next year? Join us in the Great Room to do "speed friending," roommate edition! You'll have a set amount of time to talk with each person you meet and we'll have some...

POC Connection Hike

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 2pm to 3:30pm

Calling all poc outdoorsy folks!! Join Kelly and Luiza this Friday for a hike around upper lake followed by some snacks and bonding time. We will meet at the start of the upper lake trail (on the...

Soda Bar Saturday

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 3:45pm to 5:30pm

Join in for a trip to Downtown Amherst to buy your favourite bubble tea drink (s bubble tea drinks. Feel free to stay as long as you like, I will be sharing a bus schedule to help you pla... [see...

A Cappella BeneJam

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 6pm to 8pm

AC Day is an annual showcase put together by the members of Mount Holyoke's African and Caribbean Student Association. This year's theme is Hai Qwayneh, which translates to rebirth in Zarma, one of...

Sekkle Down Party

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Come down to the Pearsons common room to make your own dirty soda! Sodas, bubbly water, fruit, syrups, and creamer will be provided along with fun straws. Come chat or just grab a drink and head out!

Lunchtime Poets

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Join The Nice Shoes, V8s, M&Cs, Groove A Cappella, and The Vibes for a night of singing in support of Friends of Hampshire County Homeless. Make your donation ahead of time on Eventbrite or donate...

ASA Game Night

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 10pm to 2am

A night full of fun and music from across the diaspora.

Contra Dance

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 2pm to 3pm

Join the JSU and Firefighter/EMT Yuie (MHC '23) for a free Narcan Training. Yuie will be leading this life-saving training to teach you everything you need to know about using Narcan to save a...

Eliana Ortega Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 2pm to 4pm

Join us in welcoming back Chef and Alum Krysia Villon '96 for an event on Sunday, March 26th from 2pm-4pm at the Eliana Ortega Cultural Center. Chef Krysia will speak about her own personal and...

Lenten Reflections

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 2:30pm to 5pm

Come to Chapin Auditorium (Mary Woolley Hall) for an afternoon of fabulous dancing to live music! No experience required and all abilities welcome! Drop by simply to listen to the fabulous music or...

Asian Center for Empowerment Drop-in Hours

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 3pm to 5pm

Drop-in hours for the Eliana Ortega Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Mid-Semester Celebration

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 5pm to 5:30pm

Join Chaplain Leslie Fraser for weekly reflections during the season of Lent. We will share readings, prayer, chants, creative expression, and conversation about the ways we are exploring and...

Catholic Mass

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

PPAC Tea Time

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 6pm to 7:30pm

Come join FLIP for our mid-semester celebration! Food provided and good vibes guaranteed :)

Student Employment Help Desk

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 7pm to 9pm

Join the Pagan, Polytheist & Animist Collective for tea and community-building as we talk about our practices.

Eliana Ortega Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 9am to 12pm

This resource center is for students who self-identify as first generation (first to go to a four year college in the United States) and/ or low-income, or any student who is in need due to lack of...

MWCE Open Office Hour

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 11:30am to 1:30pm

Do you have questions about student employment or work-study? Do you need help finding an on-campus job? Drop by the Career Development Center to meet with Alexis MacGregor, Assistant Director of...

Architectural Studies Tea

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 2pm to 3pm

Interested in learning more about the Miller Worley Center for the Environment? Want to connect with student leaders to collaborate on projects that focus on environmental justice and...

Office Hours with Student Involvement Consultant (Kate Snyder)

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 2pm to 5pm

Drop-in hours for the Eliana Ortega Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

(Women's Tennis) Eastern Nazarene vs. Mount Holyoke College

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Do you have any questions about your student organization? Want to get involved? Questions about deadlines or forms? Come visit us in the Student Involvement Studio (Blanch 304).

Jeannette Marks Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Belonging: The Science of Creating Connections with Dr. Geoff Cohen and President Beverly Daniel Tatum

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 6pm to 9pm

Drop-in hours for the Jeannette Marks Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

A Taste of Intergroup Dialogue: Socioeconomic Inequality

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 9am to 8:30pm

BOOM! is an annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) learning symposium featuring a series of events. The event incorporates the voices and experiences of students, faculty, staff, and alums....

An Intergenerational Panel: The Power and Possibilities of Intergroup Dialogue (IGD)

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 12pm to 1pm

Learn about how to find housing, including reading a lease, vetting potential roommates and landlords and more. Accessibility For inquiries about the accessibility of this event or to request any...

Our Museum, Our Voices: Student Acquisition Initiative

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 1pm to 5pm

Drop-in hours for the Zowie Banteah Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Betty Shabazz Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in person on Tuesday, March 28 at 7 PM as Catherine Lacey talks about her new novel, *Biography of X.* This is the March selection of the Odyssey First Editions Club.Doors open at 6:30...

Film Society Screening

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 7pm to 9pm

MHC's Fiber Arts Club! Whether you are experienced or have never tried before you are welcome to come and hang out with us every week. All fiber arts are welcome, and we currently have supplies to...

The Odyssey Bookshop: Catherine Lacey

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us for an exciting trip through time as we chat with *New York Times* bestselling historical fiction author Pam Jenoff about her newest book *Code Name Sapphire*! In *Code Name Sapphire*, A...

Jeannette Marks Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Betty Shabazz Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Buddhist Meditation

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 2pm to 3pm

Interested in learning more about the Miller Worley Center for the Environment? Want to connect with student leaders to collaborate on projects that focus on environmental justice and...

Art Studio Tea

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 4pm to 8pm

Drop-in hours for the Jeannette Marks Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Living with Chronic Illness

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Join Amber Bemak for Buddhist Meditation (4:30-5:30), followed by an opportunity for one-on-one conversation (5:30-6:30).

Career Studio

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 5pm to 7pm

As you all know that winter is almost here and it’s getting colder everyday. It is the perfect weather to have some hot drinks. We are excited to invite you to our upcoming event on behalf of the...

U.S. State Department Information Session

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 5pm to 7pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

(Women's Lacrosse) Fitchburg State vs. Mount Holyoke College

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Have a quick question or looking for assistance with your search? Hoping to work on a cover letter, resume, Lynk application, LinkedIn profile? Stop by the Career Studio at the CDC. Ask questions,...

PPAC Tea Time

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 5:50pm to 7:10pm

This panel will focus on four MHC alums' current law school experiences, and the ways in which MHC helped prepare them for their respective schools.

Philoso-TEA

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in person on Wednesday, March 29 at 7 PM as John Sayles presents his new novel, *Jamie MacGillivray: The Renegade's Journey.* He will be joined in conversation by Daniel Czitrom.About the...

Where The Pavement Ends Screening

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 7pm to 9pm

Join the Pagan, Polytheist & Animist Collective for tea and community-building as we talk about our practices. On Sunday we have more informal chats and do readings and groundings for the coming...

Art History Tea

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Do you have any questions about your student organization? Want to get involved? Questions about deadlines or forms? Come visit us in the Student Involvement Studio (Blanch 304).

The Moors

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Eliana Ortega Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Trans Trivia!

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 6:30pm to 7:30pm

SHRI (Students of Hinduism Reaching Inwards) invites you to join us for our weekly puja and conversation. All community members regardless of religious affiliation are welcome.

Betty Shabazz Cultural Center Drop-in Hours

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 7pm to 8pm

Join us in person on Thursday, March 30 at 7 PM as Jane Yolen talks about her new collection, *The Scarlet Circus.*About the Book A rakish fairy meets the real Juliet behind Shakespeare's famous...

Career Studio

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 7pm to 9pm

Join Gender+ and FAMILIA to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility by playing some trivia! Food and prizes will be provided.

Student Employment Job Fair

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 10am to 4:30pm

Drop-in hours for the Betty Shabazz Cultural Center. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Office Hours with President Tatum

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 11:30am to 3:30pm

Have a quick question or looking for assistance with your search? Hoping to work on a cover letter, resume, Lynk application, LinkedIn profile? Stop by the Career Studio at the CDC. Ask questions,...

Office Hours with President Tatum

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 12pm to 1:30pm

The Student Employment Office will host its Spring Student Job Fair. Supervisors from various departments will be there to talk to students about their available jobs for summer 2023 and the next...

Student Employment Help Desk

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 12:30pm to 2:30pm

A space for those observing Ramadan to come together and share the experience as a community. Friday Prayer will be conducted at 1 PM by the Muslim Chaplain,

Conversation with the Judges: Glascock Intercollegiate Poetry Contest 2023

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 1pm to 2pm

Join the Peer Health Educators, Counseling Services, and Health Services to learn about safer chest binding! We will talk about safely using compression garments and chest tape, frequently asked...

Deeper Than Skin

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Do you have questions about student employment or work-study? Do you need help finding an on-campus job? Drop by the Career Development Center to meet with Alexis MacGregor, Assistant Director of...

Community Shabbat at Smith

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 5pm to 8pm

This resource center is for students who self-identify as first generation (first to go to a four year college in the United States) and/ or low-income, or any student who is in need due to lack of...

Glascock Intercollegiate Poetry Contest 2023

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 5pm to 7pm

Join RF Aya for a workshop at Fimbel that will allow you to laser cut a personalized pair of acrylic earrings!

Disability in Media Series: Freaks

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Sing songs, schmooze with friends, and nosh on fresh baked challah with Mount Holyoke's Jewish community as we welcome Shabbat and celebrate this special period of rest and renewal. This Shabbat...

J Show 2023

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 6pm to 7pm

Join us as we gather to check in, share our joys and concerns, enjoy readings and songs, and spend time together over crafts. Everyone is welcome!

MHCF Indoor Field Day

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 6pm to 7pm

Drop-in hours for the Asian Center for Empowerment. Anyone, regardless of student organization affiliation or cultural identity, may visit to hang out, watch TV, study, have tea/coffee and learn...

Senior Capstone Dance Concert

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 7pm to 9pm

Join us for some fun tournament style games to celebrate the beginning of spring!

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