Community and Belonging | Mount Holyoke College
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Community and Belonging | Mount Holyoke College
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Community and Belonging
Community and Belonging
Bring your authentic self to Mount Holyoke. We are a community of individuals — each with our own perspectives, beliefs and experiences — who are here because we want to engage with and celebrate what’s exceptional about each of us. Here, community isn’t about conforming; it’s about belonging. Creating our community is an ongoing process that we undertake together in order to build a place where every person feels welcome, respected and valued.
Current efforts and initiatives
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Anti-Racism Action Plan
Division of Student Life Anti-racism Statement
Community resources
Office of Community and Belonging
International students
First-generation and low income students
Undocumented and DACA students
LGBTQIA+ students
Students with disabilities
Building your community
Whether you’re looking to connect with people who share your values, your background or your interests, there are many ways to create a community at Mount Holyoke that feels right for you. To get some inspiration and ideas from your fellow students, visit We Are Mount Holyoke.
Be inspired
Religion and spirituality
Connect with others who share your beliefs and values for regular worship, holidays and interfaith events.
Social justice
Take part in our community’s long tradition of advocating for a better, more inclusive world, including through our MoZone Peer Education Program and Intergroup Dialogue.
Cultural centers
Join us for support, education, resources and celebration in these safe spaces.
Community resources
These hubs provide resources, key information and answers for students who identify as members of these important communities. For more information, please contact the Office of Community and Belonging.
International students
Resources and support for international students.
Native/Indigenous students
Resources and support for native/indigenous students.
First-generation and low-income students
Resources and support for first-generation and low-income students.
Undocumented and DACA students
Resources and support for undocumented and DACA students.
LGBTQIA+ students
Resources and support for LGBTQIA+ students.
Students with disabilities
Resources and support for students with disabilities.
Campus Voices
Finding community here
Academic Excellence
Forging bonds from the start through the Shirley Chisholm Living-Learning Community
“I’ve met amazing people that I still look to for friendship, and I’ve also met younger underclassmen whom I feel would definitely do an amazing job of taking over and continuing the legacy.”
Qiana Pierre ’23
she/her
BIPOC
Supportive faculty and a welcoming community are highlights of being a Mount Holyoke student
“Always attend office hours. That’s my biggest advice. That’s how you slowly start to build your relationships.”
Lupe Antonio Lopez ’23
she/her
From Kazakhstan to MoHome: Finding my place at Mount Holyoke
Vitalina Nam ’29
she/her
From Himalayan Night to Losar: building community through culture
Anusha Lamsal ’25
she/her
More relaxed, more sure of myself
Sumaiya Jahan ’25
she/they
More stories about finding community
Upcoming events
More in
Community and Belonging
Cultural Centers
First-Generation and Low-Income Students
International Students
LGBTQIA+ Students
Native/Indigenous Students
Social Justice at Mount Holyoke
Spiritual Life
Students with Disabilities
Undocumented and DACA Students
Contact us
Office of Community and Belonging
The Office of Community and Belonging provides programs that support social justice education, dialogue, celebration and identity development.
community-belonging@mtholyoke.edu
205 Blanchard Hall
Quick links
Visit Mount Holyoke
Request Information
Apply
Home
Student Experience
Community and Belonging
Community and Belonging
Bring your authentic self to Mount Holyoke. We are a community of individuals — each with our own perspectives, beliefs and experiences — who are here because we want to engage with and celebrate what’s exceptional about each of us. Here, community isn’t about conforming; it’s about belonging. Creating our community is an ongoing process that we undertake together in order to build a place where every person feels welcome, respected and valued.
Current efforts and initiatives
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Anti-Racism Action Plan
Division of Student Life Anti-racism Statement
Community resources
Office of Community and Belonging
International students
First-generation and low income students
Undocumented and DACA students
LGBTQIA+ students
Students with disabilities
Building your community
Whether you’re looking to connect with people who share your values, your background or your interests, there are many ways to create a community at Mount Holyoke that feels right for you. To get some inspiration and ideas from your fellow students, visit We Are Mount Holyoke.
Be inspired
Religion and spirituality
Connect with others who share your beliefs and values for regular worship, holidays and interfaith events.
Social justice
Take part in our community’s long tradition of advocating for a better, more inclusive world, including through our MoZone Peer Education Program and Intergroup Dialogue.
Cultural centers
Join us for support, education, resources and celebration in these safe spaces.
Community resources
These hubs provide resources, key information and answers for students who identify as members of these important communities. For more information, please contact the Office of Community and Belonging.
International students
Resources and support for international students.
Native/Indigenous students
Resources and support for native/indigenous students.
First-generation and low-income students
Resources and support for first-generation and low-income students.
Undocumented and DACA students
Resources and support for undocumented and DACA students.
LGBTQIA+ students
Resources and support for LGBTQIA+ students.
Students with disabilities
Resources and support for students with disabilities.
Campus Voices
Finding community here
Academic Excellence
Forging bonds from the start through the Shirley Chisholm Living-Learning Community
“I’ve met amazing people that I still look to for friendship, and I’ve also met younger underclassmen whom I feel would definitely do an amazing job of taking over and continuing the legacy.”
Qiana Pierre ’23
she/her
BIPOC
Supportive faculty and a welcoming community are highlights of being a Mount Holyoke student
“Always attend office hours. That’s my biggest advice. That’s how you slowly start to build your relationships.”
Lupe Antonio Lopez ’23
she/her
From Kazakhstan to MoHome: Finding my place at Mount Holyoke
Vitalina Nam ’29
she/her
From Himalayan Night to Losar: building community through culture
Anusha Lamsal ’25
she/her
More relaxed, more sure of myself
Sumaiya Jahan ’25
she/they
More stories about finding community
Upcoming events
More in
Community and Belonging
Cultural Centers
First-Generation and Low-Income Students
International Students
LGBTQIA+ Students
Native/Indigenous Students
Social Justice at Mount Holyoke
Spiritual Life
Students with Disabilities
Undocumented and DACA Students
Contact us
Office of Community and Belonging
The Office of Community and Belonging provides programs that support social justice education, dialogue, celebration and identity development.
community-belonging@mtholyoke.edu
205 Blanchard Hall
Quick links
Visit Mount Holyoke
Request Information
Apply