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<p>The Asexual and Aromantic Community and Education club (AACE) is a club that provides education, resources, and community for folks who identify with the asexual and/or aromantic spectra, and those who want to learn more about these identities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Office of Disability Services works to assure equal access and promote full inclusion of people with disabilites at Smith College. &nbsp;ODS coordinates services and supports for students with all types of disabilities, supports mentoring and community connections among students, and conducts community wide educational events. &nbsp;Anyone interested in discussions health or disability concerns or in need of resources is welcome to visit our offices in College Hall room 104. All communications with ODS are confidential.</p>

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<p>Active Minds, Inc. is the only organization working to utilize the student voice to change the conversation about mental health on college campuses. Smith's own chapter is a student-run mental health awareness, education, and advocacy group on campus, working
to increase students’ awareness of mental health issues through events, workshops and panels, provide information and resources regarding mental health and mental illness, encourage students to seek help as soon as it is needed, and serve as liaison between
students, Counseling Services and the Wellness Department.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Al-Iman is a Muslim Student Organization affiliated with the National MSA network. The objective is to create an environment for Muslims and allies to bond in open spaces exploring Islam and the Muslim identity. In reaching this goal, the organization plans social events, organizes lectures, and holds spiritual spaces, conducive to growth and unity in and outside of the Muslim community. With Islam grounding the org, Al-Iman takes on both a spiritual and social role while also centering our civic and global responsibility to humanity. Through the work or this organization, we hope to increase the personal and communal understanding of the beauty of Islam and its true tenants of Iman (faith), Salam (peace), and Khidmat (service).</p>

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Albright House is located on Bedford Terrace at the edge of campus, making it a quiet and comfortable environment to live in. Albrighters are welcomed into a beautiful brick house, built in 1900, with a homey and cozy feel. Our house community is friendly, flexible, and spirited: levels of involvement and participation are based on how comfortable each member is, and we always try to support each other. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have a lot of house pride, especially during Convocation when we take house photos together on the front steps. Our house color is pink, and our unofficial mascots are a pink figurine of Jesus that doubles as a (broken) magic 8-ball, Pedro the Peach, and Tina the Fairy.&nbsp;</span></p>

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<p>Come learn American Sign Language! We have voice-off meetings on Saturdays, and meetings for beginners on Fridays. Join our GroupMe at:&nbsp;<a href="https://groupme.com/join_group/92108120/yADSPFRT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://groupme.com/join_<wbr>group/92108120/yADSPFRT</a></p>
<p>The club is open to people in and out of the Smith community. Email me at aslclubsmith@gmail.com with any quesstions!</p>

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<p><strong>Who:</strong></p>
<p>Open to all Smith students of all skill levels.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;Tuesdays, Thursdays 9:00-10:30 pm</p>
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<p>We meet at the ITT!</p>
<p>All doors to the ITT are locked by the time we start shooting so if you are running late and are stuck outside, text the WhatsApp group chat.</p>
<p>Coaches and board members have access to the main Ainsworth doors so they should be able to let you in there, then you go straight down the hallway through the doors, and continue straight to the hallway that leads to the ITT, and head across the tennis courts to the wall near the bathrooms and the doors to the outside.</p>
<p><strong>Before You Can Shoot:</strong></p>
<p>You have to fill out these safety waivers before you are allowed to shoot a bow!</p>
<p>http://smithpioneers.com/sb_output.aspx?form=80</p>
<p>https://riskmgt.mtholyoke.edu/waivers/login.php?t=1</p>
<p><strong>Official Statement:</strong></p>
<p><span id="x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_docs-internal-guid-669535ab-761c-2848-793c-0a50cd9986ec"><span id="x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_x_docs-internal-guid-669535ab-761c-2848-793c-0a50cd9986ec">The Smith Archery Club is committed to providing students with the opportunity to learn and practice the sport of archery in a safe environment. The club will coach exclusively recurve style, but will allow archers with alternative styles and prior experience access to practice space at the discretion of the Executive Board. All experience levels welcome. Bring your own equipment or use ours.&nbsp;</span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The purpose of the Asian Students&rsquo; Association (ASA) is to be a support network for Asian and Asian Pacific American Students; to provide cultural, educational, political and social activities and events to connect the Smith community, and serve as a link between ASA and the Asian and APA organizations on other campuses.</span></p>

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<p>The Department of Athletics and Recreation offers numerous opportunities for Smith students to participate in athletics, club sports, Get Fit Smith Classes and our Outdoor Adventure program.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Smith College Basketball Club strives to create a community of students who love to compete and play basketball. We hope to instill a sense of belonging in members and foster a healthy sense of competition and athletic excellence. Expect to cultivate an in-depth knowledge of the game of basketball and develop advanced skills in various aspects of the sport.</span></p>

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<p>Bugs! Bugs!!! BUGSSS!!!!! join the discord server (open to all Five College students)!!!</p>
<p><a href="https://discord.gg/9pzqqUaC">discord link!</a></p>

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<p>Dance Group that choreographs songs made by Black artists; Afrobeats, Soca, Bashment, Hip Hop etc.</p>

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<p>Smith College's only all-Black acappella group. First created in 2016 and revived in 2022 after the pandemic, we<span style="font-weight: 400;">&nbsp;come together and base our repertoire on the importance of our Black identity and history. The songs we choose are based on the legacy it has had on the Black community, the impact the artist has created, and even traditional spiritual music.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sibling group to Smith College POCappella</span></p>

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<p><em>Curating&nbsp;plant collections&nbsp;that help us tell stories about plant and human diversity&nbsp;&nbsp;</em></p>
<p><em>Training&nbsp;students&nbsp;to be informed and impactful change agents</em></p>
<p><em>Preparing&nbsp;educators&nbsp;to develop effective, interdisciplinary, learner-centered experiences&nbsp;</em></p>
<p><em>Welcoming&nbsp;visitors&nbsp;to explore, learn, and contribute their knowledge</em></p>
<p><em>Cultivating&nbsp;spaces and landscapes&nbsp;that stimulate thought, foster well-being, and facilitate collaboration</em></p>

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<p>Welcome to the Smith College Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team! We are a group of Smithies who love to grapple in a safe and positive environment. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art focused on ground grappling. It was developed with the goal of creating a fighting form where size and strength do not matter. It utilizes body weight physics instead of pure strength, and it is a submission martial art, so you win by making your opponent "tap out". In addition, it has many applications in self-defense and MMA.</p>
<p>In this club, we will be learning the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu in a safe and comfortable environment. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to come!</p>
<p>Meetings are Wednesday 3:30 - 5 pm and Sundays 4-6 pm in the rockclimbing gym! <br />Hope to see you on the mats!</p>

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<p><strong>Activities:</strong></p>
<p>Our faculty and administrative staff provide incoming students with an experience that is engaging, thought-provoking, exciting, rewarding, meaningful and fun&mdash;and that will help make their first year at Smith College a success.</p>
<p>Bridge participants attend lively presentations that explore the various dimensions of leadership. Seminar titles have included "Treasures to Success," "Finding the Activist in You," "(Un)Speakable Truths," "SENSEsational Expressions" and "Leadership: The Power of Our Presence." Social activities have included bowling, karaoke, poetry readings and visits to local eateries and shops.</p>
<p>During Bridge a number of faculty members and knowledgeable staff members offer seminars that allow Bridge participants to experience the academic environment in a friendly setting and develop contacts with faculty and staff, as well as learn something interesting.</p>
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<p><strong>Student Leaders: </strong></p>
<p>Our trained and experienced Bridge leaders are professional, multi-ethnic and dedicated to offering a quality program. Student staff members are selected for their leadership experience and enthusiasm, interpersonal skills, ability to balance multiple responsibilities and strong desire to work with incoming students of color. The ratio of student staff to Bridge participants is approximately 1 to 5.</p>

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<p>Capen it classy since 1921!</p>
<p>Known for our beautiful gardens and strong house community, Capen is a home to all.</p>

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebration is an annual event focused on unifying the campus and celebrating love&nbsp;in all its forms.&nbsp;It takes place on Wilson house steps and begins with a candlelight vigil which serves as a reminder of homophobic and transphobic incidents on campus and in the greater community.&nbsp;Then, Smith houses and student organizations are invited to&nbsp;perform songs, dances, and poetry to celebrate loving without boundaries.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">love is not controlled by gender</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">it is larger than prejudice</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">it is stronger than indifference</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">for the love of our community&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">and for the love of ourselves,&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">we celebrate</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">those who find joy and beauty&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">in loving without boundaries.</span></p>

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<p>Established in 1983, Celebrations Dance Co. is the only student-run dance company at Smith College. It has been in operation for over 25 years and is dedicated to student choreography, performance, and production.</p>

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<p>The Center for Religious and Spiritual Life is an interreligious, nondenominational body that promotes spiritual flourishing for all students, religious and nonreligious alike. Our areas of focus are ethical reflection, social and racial justice and civic engagement, mindfulness and contemplative practice, and community building based in dialogue and respect. We provide resources grounded in different faith and wisdom traditions, and strive to raise religious literacy and promote interfaith engagement toward a more inclusive, just and engaged citizenry. In the midst of a vibrant academic community, we encourage explorations of mystery, faith, ritual and that which we experience as holy.</p>
<p>We invite you to reflect, resist, rejuvenate with us, and remember&mdash;whoever you are, wherever you have been and wherever you are going, you are welcome here.</p>
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<p>CEEDS supports students, faculty and staff interested in learning about and taking action on issues related to the environment, ecological design, and sustainability. The Center acts as a resource for connecting to a class, internship or research opportunities, or thinking about out about how to take the next steps in pursuing your passion.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chapin House, which was built in 1903, is part of the Green St. community, yet it is found right next to the Campus Center and only a few minutes walk from most academic buildings.&nbsp;</p>
<p>FUN FACT:&nbsp;Chapin's original staircase is rumored to have served as the inspiration for the staircase&nbsp;of Scarlett O'Hara's Tara in <strong><em>Gone With the Wind</em></strong>, since the novel's author, <strong>Margaret Mitchell</strong>, attended Smith. However, despite many sources claiming that she lived in Chapin, Margaret Mitchell actually lived in Spanish Influenza quarantine housing during her one year at Smith.</p>

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<p>Chase House is home to approximately 60 Chasies, 6 squishmallows, and 1 or 2 friendly ghosts. House traditions include weekly teas, board game nights, movie showings, and talking in the common room long after you said you'd get back to work.</p>

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