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Celebrating 150 Years

Since it opened its doors in 1875, Smith has been educating women to take on the world’s toughest and most important challenges.

Though the sesquicentennial year is half over, there are plenty more events to come. Learn more about the events and programming in store for the fall.

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Smith, in the Moment

Stay current with all things Smith. Learn about upcoming events and peruse the news on Smith Today.

Alum News

This Was Not in the Brochure

Phoebe Potts ’92 proves that humor can be an antidote to the emotional highs and lows of adoption.

  • Alum News
  • July 16, 2025
News of Note

People News, July 2025

Read about the latest accomplishments of Smith students, staff, faculty, and alums.

  • News of Note
  • July 17, 2025
Two joggers running past the Botanic Garden in summer

A Culture of Curiosity

Brooke Schwartz ’28

Anthropology and Government double major

“In every class, the professors not only focus on the subject matter but also on related subjects. Knowledge is power, especially in the censored world we live in, and Smith is dedicated to using that power.”

Lynn Hersey

Head Basketball Coach

“[Playmakers Club] is a unique way to use our sport to create a type of synergy and connection between these girls, the community, and our team. I think Smith is a special home for it.”

Benita Jackson

Professor of Psychology

“I’m looking for ways to make room for my students to be messy and make mistakes with their ideas, learn, and be willing to risk going in the direction of creativity and generativity. I want them to have the capacity to go out and do meaningful things.”

Deborah Farrington ’72

Co-founder and Managing Partner, StarVest Partners

“At Smith, I took a sociology course sophomore year on women leaders and decided that is what I wanted to be. And I was given every opportunity at Smith to be a leader and a change maker.”