Congratulations, Class of 2026!

We’ve loved celebrating your achievements with you.

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Smith College Commencement 2026

‘Continue Along the Bright Path’ of Making a Difference

At Smith College’s 148th Commencement, speakers shared messages of unity and hope

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Reasons to Celebrate Smith

Her beef bourguignon is still on the menu.

During her time at Smith, culinary icon Julia McWilliams Child ’34 played basketball (she was 6 feet, 2 inches tall), served on the student council, joined the Dramatics Association, and chaired the refreshment committee for her senior prom. In 1948, she moved to Paris with her husband—and the rest is history. Her PBS show, The French Chef, made her a star, and her influence continues at Smith, where the campus center is named for her and where Julia Child Day is celebrated each November with recipes from her cookbooks. Bon appétit!

Smith, in the Moment

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Houses Close for Graduates

Monday, May 19 at noon

Congratulations, graduates! We’re so proud of you.

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Reunion II

Thursday, May 21 to Sunday, May 24

Alums, we can’t wait to welcome you home to campus!

Two alums stand in front of Neilson Library, which is illuminated with colorful patterns.
Students

A Literary Passion Project

Cromwell Fellowship helps Anne-Marie Martin ’26 delve into the work of sci-fi writer Octavia Butler.

  • Students
  • May 13, 2026
Anne-Marie Martin '26 wears a dark cloak while holding up a copy of Adulthood Rites by Octavia Butler.

Celebrating Seniors

Madelyn Halperin ’26

Government and Middle East Studies double major

What does being a Smithie mean to you? 
“Being a Smithie means that I am part of a long history of students who are activists, leaders, forward-thinkers, and change makers. It’s an honor to participate in the unique traditions that Smithies before me have taken part in.”

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Daniela Pilier ’26

Quantitative Economics major; Applied Statistics minor; Global Finance concentrator

Favorite thing about Smith?
“A highlight of my Smith experience has been the opportunity to travel through short-term and study abroad programs. Thanks to these opportunities, I’ve been able to visit Greece, Barbados, France, Brazil, and Switzerland. These experiences have broadened my worldview and deepened my appreciation for global perspectives and connections.”

Study abroad opportunities

Eleanor Wu ’26

Linguistics major; Translation Studies concentrator

What has financial aid meant to you?
“It means my sky is limitless. Financial aid has opened the door for both me and my family. My family can continue to pursue their own endeavors and business, and I can focus solely on my career and education.”

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Michelle Lawson ’26

Computer Science major

What’s an accomplishment you’re proud of?
“Building an online community for ‘computer science girlies.’ This project started during my summer undergraduate research fellowship (SURF) in 2023. Inspired by my research and Smith colleagues, I began sharing videos on TikTok to explain computer science concepts. We’ve grown to 60,000 followers on TikTok, 60,000 on Instagram, and 10,000 members in our Discord community.”

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