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Make it through the winter and things will be better!

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Make it through the winter and things will be better!

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I was a spring entrant coming into MHC, and it was a tough first semester, with the cold, blistering winters and so many established friend groups already. I won't sugar coat and say it was easy; I eventually found my footing the following semester after joining clubs that spoke to me and getting to know a much wider crew of people. Tea ceremonies at Wa Shin An kept me going in those long winter evenings -- keep an eye out for when they might host one! Hang in there and cozy up!

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I moved to campus in January 2007, and I'll never forget watching my parents drive away and coming in mid-year. The community is very welcoming, and you will find your place!

Melanie

2007 spring admit

2010 graduate

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MHC Health Services welcomes you all to your Medical MoHome!!

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MHC Health Services welcomes you all to your Medical MoHome!!

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Delighted for you to join our community; our team is here to support your health & wellness as your medical home while away from home!

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Sending a special shout out to FP Renee Hill! One day you will graduate and leave Mount Holyoke, but Mount Holyoke will never leave you!!!

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On behalf of the Office of Community Standards, welcome to the College! We are thrilled to have you join our campus family this semester.

Our community is built on a foundation of mutual respect, integrity, and shared responsibility. As you begin your journey here, we want to emphasize that you are now a vital part of upholding these values. To mark this commitment, we invite you to join us for The Honor Code Ceremony.

We look forward to meeting you there and seeing the unique contributions you will bring to our campus.

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I'm a non-traditional transfer student and want to shout out to the transfers and FP students in particular. We are SO excited for you to be here. You are such a valuable part of our community. Get ready for all the traditions, superstitions, helpfulness, community, and kindness that is MHC.

And don't forget your winter jacket!

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Sending shlove to you as you make your way MoHome!! May your semester be full of smiles, warmth, joy, and laughter. We believe in you! You’re gonna be swell!

-Nice Shoes A Capella <3

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Welcome to Mount Holyoke! I hope you enjoy the next 4 years. I was a Springie in 2015 and remember feeling pretty overwhelmed coming on campus when other students had already started. But, I found my people (shout out Nice Shoes a cappella) and eventually got used to campus and the swing of things.

Take advantage of as many opportunities as you can. Don't be too hard on yourself, you've made it this far and will do wonderful things. Remember to have faith in the process. And, enjoy MoHome! You've got this!!! <3

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This photo was taken by me on 6 May 2017, almost at the end of my first semester. It reminds me how far I’ve come—and how beautiful the journey can be, even when it starts in the cold.

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HI SPRINGIES!! ;) We are so glad to have you

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HI SPRINGIES!! ;) We are so glad to have you

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There might be moments of doubt and difficulty—like when you first arrive (probably surrounded by snow haha). But remember, spring is just around the corner. You’re going to be fine. 💫

I still remember when I received my spring admission offer from MoHo. I was excited, but also pretty anxious. Would I adapt to the environment abroad? Would starting in the spring affect my academic plans? Would I truly love it here? But looking back—it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Not only did I make lifelong friends, but I also reached my academic goals, graduated early, and even moved to the UK to pursue my dreams.

You can do this too. And most importantly—I hope you enjoy every step of the journey, just like I did. 🌸

Lesley Dong

2017 Springie

2020 Graduate

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We are so excited that you are part of our community. As you become familiar with Mount Holyoke and our community, I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone a bit and take advantage of our wonderful community.

My favorite MHC moments came from unexpected connections and new experiences: Try something new to you at the Dining Commons. Visit the Fimbel Maker and Innovation Lab and the Art Museum. Have a surprisingly deep conversation over M&Cs with someone you just met. Find a favorite spot on campus to relax. (I'm partial to Upper Lake and the music library in Pratt.)

We're so glad you are here!

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I was a Springie in 2020 and graduated in 2023, and honestly, being a Springie was one of the coolest parts of my college experience! You’re welcomed into this really tight-knit group right away, which makes everything feel less intimidating and way more exciting. I still remember arriving when it was snowing. The campus looked magical, and it immediately felt like home.

Mount Holyoke is such a transformative place. It’ll push you to grow, build your confidence, and dream bigger than you ever thought you could. And most importantly, you’ll meet some amazing people who’ll support you, challenge you, and become a huge part of your life.

You’re about to start something really special, enjoy it! You’re going to love it here!!

-Jasna '23

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Welcome to Mount Holyoke! We are so happy to have you join our community. When you come to campus, keep an eye out for MHC alum staff and faculty! There are many of us here across campus ready to help you with whatever you need.

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Never be afraid to ask all the questions. Everyone is here to help!

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As part of the small but mighty Springies cohort, you will have the chance to truly get to know your classmates, build meaningful connections, and step into the semester already supported by a strong community of classmates and orientation leaders. 🎉✨ Welcome to MoHome, Griffins! 💚🌳🧩

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Springies!

So excited for your journey to begin. MHC is a special place. It's cold now and snowy, and as the seasons shift, you will notice new aspects of campus and find yourself relating to space, yourself and each other differently. It's an exciting time to start...tight in the bud, and then blooming in a matter of months. I remained close with my fellow Springies...they made my first semester as memorable as my last one. Congratulations, welcome Mohome <3

Maeve 17'

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Welcome Springies! The weekend I moved into MHC, a ‘15 Springie, there was a beautiful snow. My floor in Mead has half a dozen Springies, and we spent the whole day exploring campus and playing in the snow. Throughout your time at MHC enjoy and learn from the wonder.

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We’re so very happy to have you joining us this semester! We hope you love MoHome as much as we all do! Best wishes to you all!!!! Sending shlove! <3

Nice Shoes A Capella MHC

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so excited for you! wish i could do it all over again... enjoy every day!!! you're lucky to be at the beginning of such an incredible journey.

xoxo - a spring '06 admit (and spring '09 grad)

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I hope you get to campus in fair weather (when I started there was half a foot of snow on the ground)! Being a Springie makes you feel so connected to your cohort, so make the most of those around you and do your best to keep in contact as you continue through the years at MoHo. Have an amazing time :0)

Maggie Kamb, class of 2022

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we are so excited to have you! i was a springie transfer last semester and i know it can feel super overwhelming, but everyone here can’t wait to meet you. my number one piece of advice is to find a club you’re interested in and join! it’s a great way to find new community. enjoy mhc :))

-cate harris ‘27

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Welcome to Mount Holyoke College! We hope this is the start of a wonderful journey.

- Rebecca Thomas, on behalf of the Department of Sociology & Anthropology

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Welcome Springies! We hope you will come check out the Makerspace. You can create something fun for your room with supplies from our crafts cabinet, take a workshop with us, or join us for an Orientation Tour. Stop by any time or email us, we love questions!

For more info take a look at our website.

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Hi Springies!

Wishing you the best of luck for your first semester. Mount Holyoke is such a wonderful campus, with great professors, students (like you!), and alums to meet.

Please feel free to reach out by email if you have any questions about campus orgs (especially in law, journalism, or French)!!

~ Bei Jia Viggiano '28

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Welcome, Mount Holyoke Spring Admits!

We are so excited to welcome a new group of students to Mount Holyoke. With the recognition that spring admits and transfers can have a different experience than their peers who enter in the fall, we invite you to share a kind word, message of welcome or any advice that you think would be beneficial as they start their Mount Holyoke journey.

Click on the green plus sign at the bottom right to share your message.

You can share a written message, submit a photo or share a video message.

Note: Please feel free to add your class year or affiliation to your message. If you have any questions or issues posting your message, feel free to reach out to communications@mtholyoke.edu.

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It's hard to believe it's been 20 years since I was in your shoes... Arriving at MHC when the campus was already blanketed in snow. In many ways, it felt like I arrived late at a party - most students were already familiar with the campus, had made friends, and settled into a rhythm. It was intimidating at first, but I was so touched by how thoughtful and helpful both the staff and other students were. The Spring orientation sessions and the activities they had planned for us really helped me feel welcome. One of these activities, by the way, included ice cream in Northampton when it was FREEZING! I'm not sure if they still do that, but y'all, bundle UP - I was coming from Texas and nearly died. 🥶😂

But the best part? On the first day of orientation, I met another Springie who would become one of my best friends to this day!

I hope you enjoy every moment, make lifelong friends, and stay warm! This is a very special place and I'm so happy that you get to experience it.

Natascha Martens (Nen) '05

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The staff at the Archives and Special Collections (ASC) welcome you to Mount Holyoke. Come by and see all we have on the history of your new College.

Photo credit: Student diving, 1984. Photographer unknown.

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Welcome to what I affectionately call "the Happiest Place on Earth". The people at MHC a generous, supportive, and amazing. I still remember my first day: I was looking for Shattuck Hall (and obviously confused) when a student said "where are you trying to get to?"...and then "You're an FP? Welcome to Mount Holyoke." The vibe, that helpfulness, that belonging lasted all the while I was there.

The college provides a transformative experience, so be open to it. Get ready to make life-long friendships, study hard, participate in the traditions, and enjoy the comradery that comes with being a Moho!

Wishing you success this semester and every semester,

Diane

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Sending lots of love from a former spring-admit. I'm still best friends with the womyn I sat next to at orientation. Hope you all find your people this semester and beyond. Welcome Mohome.

-Colleen '11

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Hi newest springies! It's so exciting to welcome you to Mount Holyoke as a previous spring admit myself. It seems daunting sometimes to join a bustling campus mid-year, but I promise you'll settle into a routine, and find your people and your place in orgs/sports/campus jobs, etc. You're joining an amazing community of wonderful faculty, friendly staff, a welcoming student body, and a tremendous network of alums who are still connected with MoHo today (like myself)! I hope that you partake in everything you can that Mount Holyoke has to offer 😊

Mal Linn

2017 Springie/December 2020 graduate

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No doubt about it - you worked hard to get here. You belong here!

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Welcome to all of our new Springies! You are about to embark on one of the best chapters of your lives. It was and still is for me!

I started as a Springie in 2019, as a Frances Perkins Scholar, and graduated in '22. You can now find me at the Weissman Center for Leadership as a Program Coordinator!

Come by, get to know us, and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee! Welcome Mohome!

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Dear trailblazers,

Welcome to Mohome! I know that the next four years will redefine you as you forge new friendships, discover your passions and move towards your goals. Some days might be hard. But Mohome has a way of being there for you throughout your journey. Most importantly, dont forget to have fun along the way. Also, don't be put off by the cold. There are plenty of friendly faces and cookies to keep you warm and fuzzy inside.

An oldie from Class of 2015.

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Welcome to MoHome fellow Springies!! You've joined the community at the right time. Do not rush yourself to complete in the year you think you should graduate. Take your time and enjoy it! You'll only get the opportunity once to be here in MHC so please please please enjoy it!

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Welcome to MoHome fellow Springies!! You've joined the community at the right time. Do not rush yourself to complete in the year you think you should graduate. Take your time and enjoy it! You'll only get the opportunity once to be here in MHC so please please please enjoy it!

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Hi Springies! I joined in the spring of 2014 and still remember my first day vividly. I hope you all stay warm, enjoy MoHome, and make lots of amazing memories & friends!

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Welcome MoHome! We are so excited to have you as a part of the MHC community! I can’t wait to meet y’all! See you soon!

- Hattie (she/they)

Orientation Leader!

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Hi Springies!!! Welcome MoHome!!! We’re so excited to see you soon and welcome you to our beautiful campus! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out!

Big love,

Mead RF Emma

(@stringists on instagram)

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Springies, we are so happy to have you here! I'm a senior and MHC is the best decision I've ever made. I'm sure you will feel the same too!

Love,

Manu Ribas '26

Your Orientation Captain <3

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Welcome Springies! Hope yall enjoy your first semester and make many memories!

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Welcome Mohome!!

We are so happy you‘re here & will be here for you always!!

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Springies!! You did it!!! Your college adventure is about to begin! Orientation is one of the highlights of your first year, and the whole Orientation Team is working so hard to make this a dream for you all! Mount Holyoke will truly become your home, and I am so excited to watch you all grow once you step through the gates :) congratulations to you all - and I can’t wait to meet and befriend you all in a few weeks!! <3

Lots of love,

OL Riley :)

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Welcome to Mohome! We are so happy to have you!

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So excited you’re here <3

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Welcome MoHome, we’re so glad to have you!!!

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Welcome MoHome, we’re so glad to have you!!!

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We are so excited to have you here!

-your OLS

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Welcome Spring 2026 Admits! We are delighted that you are joining our community of bold, boundless learners!

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We are so excited that you are our newest green griffins!

Orientation kicks of on Thursday, January 22. After you grab your key and drop off your belongings, stop by to meet with campus departments at the Drop-in Resource Fair from 10 am to noon in the Blanchard Community Center Great Room.

As you get ready for orientation, here are some resources that may be helpful:

Orientation website

Orientation Schedule

Pre-arrival to-do list

Frequently asked questions

Campus resources

Class of 2029 on Instagram

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We are so excited that you are our newest purple phoenixes!

As you get ready for orientation, here are some resources that may be helpful:

Orientation website

Orientation Schedule

Pre-arrival to-do list

Frequently asked questions

Campus resources

The Frances Perkins Scholars Association (FPSA)

Frances Perkins Scholars on Instagram

Read FP stories

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As your student prepares to start their journey at Mount Holyoke, we want to recognize that this is a big transition for you as well. We are so excited to have you joining our extended Mount Holyoke community!

Be sure to attend the Family, Friends and Supporters Session: Student Life & Services Panel on Thursday, January 22, from 1:30 to 2:45 pm in the Blanchard Community Center Great Room.

We also want to encourage you to keep a lookout for our @MHC Newsletter, which is sent biweekly on Thursdays. This email includes important campus news and updates, notable stories and premiere events.

You can also join the Mount Holyoke Parents and Families Facebook page. This is not an official College moderated page, and we encourage you to reach out to the proper administrators/departments for urgent questions, but this page can be a helpful resource.

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We are so excited to have you as part of our community. As you prepare to arrive on campus, we wanted to share some additional resources and information with you:

The First-Generation College Student Network is composed of administrators, faculty and staff whose work provides programmatic initiatives necessary to support first-generation college students at MHC.

FLIP, Mount Holyoke’s First Generation and Low-Income Partnership, is a student organization for first-generation and low-income students. Their purpose is to help students find community within an institution that is traditionally affluent and built on legacy. FLIP sponsors events and conferences designed to orient first-generation and low-income students.

Learn more on the FLIP Mount Holyoke Facebook page, or email FLIP at flipmhc@gmail.com.

Located in Blanchard 107, the Fearless First Resource and Community Center is a resource and community space for first-generation and low-income students. The center includes textbooks, academic resources, seasonal clothing, appliances, hygiene products and more. For more information contact mhcfirstgennetwork@mtholyoke.edu.

Fearless First Academy is a pre-orientation program for new, first-generation and/or low-income students and their families to become acclimated to Mount Holyoke College.

Faculty and staff support: Mount Holyoke College has several faculty, staff and administrators who provide support services for first-generation and low-income college students. This includes academic deans and members of the Office of Student Success and Advising, the Division of Student Life and many more.

More stories and information for First-Generation and Low-Income Students.

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We are so glad that you have joined our Mount Holyoke community! We hope that you enjoy your time at MHC! As you become acquainted with our campus, we encourage you to take part in our beloved traditions, engage with our thoughtful faculty, and enjoy our beautiful campus.

Read stories of other transfer students.

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Welcome to South Hadley — we are so excited to have you as part of our global community! As you prepare to arrive on campus, we wanted to share some additional resources for international students:

McCulloch Center for Global Initiatives: The McCulloch Center organizes global programming, events and opportunities for all, along with providing dedicated resources for international students.

International student advising and support:We are here to help you during your time at Mount Holyoke — from navigating immigration regulations and obtaining an ID to filing taxes.

Student organizations: From language clubs to cultural centers, many of our student organizations have a global focus.

International Student Organizing Committee (ISOC): The ISOC helps international students feel more at home through academic support, discussions, events and info sessions for all international students at Mount Holyoke.

Check out more stories and information for international students.