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Since 1970, we've been transforming how college works and (re)defining how progress is made. Known as the original disruptors of higher education, we've scrapped generic models of learning, empowering you to address urgent issues, be unbounded in your studies, and entrepreneurial in your academic journey.
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Latest News and Events
Commencement 2024 Celebrated Graduates Who Endured Uncertainty, COVID, and Political Upheaval
On Saturday, May 18, Hampshire College hosted its 54th Commencement ceremony, conferring degrees to 81 graduates. They were joined by family, friends, and caregivers celebrating their accomplishments.
LGBTQ Reporter Kate Sosin 04F Talks About the Ways Hampshire Enabled Them to Be
The LGBTQ news and investigative reporter was recently featured in the PBS documentary Breaking the News about the media outlet The 19th, which was launched to buck the white, male-dominated status quo and give a voice to those often left out of conversations.
Hampshire College Track and Field Teams Impress at USCAA Nationals
The men’s team had a strong showing and the women’s team had its best performance in history at the USCAA Track and Field Nationals, which was hosted by Hampshire and held at American International College on April 27.
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Covid-19 Information
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