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Karim Barrett 23F Explores Queer Identity Through Theater and Afrofuturism
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Documenting Hampshire: Graduating Student Photographer Alysha Ras 22F Reflects on Her Experience
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Remembering Longtime Former Professor and Feminist Film Pioneer Joan Braderman
Braderman, professor emerita of video, film, and media studies and a visionary in the world of experimental and feminist video and cinema, taught at Hampshire for 30 years where she inspired countless students to explore the intersections of art, media, and activism.

Alums Artist Elizabeth Atterbury 00F and Curator Kate M. McNamara 99F Join Forces for Exhibition
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art, in Rockland, is currently hosting Leaf Litter, an exhibition featuring the sculptures of Atterbury and curated by McNamara. “We’ve known each other since our days at Hampshire, and it has been such a joy to reconnect,” says McNamara.

Professor of Film and Photography Abraham Ravett Soon to Retire, but Still Screening
At the end of the upcoming academic year, Professor of Film and Photography Abraham Ravett will wrap up almost half a century of teaching at Hampshire. His 1994 film, Forgotten Tenor, will screen on September 3 at Amherst Cinema as part of its “Sound and Vision” series.
Hampshire Changemakers
Hampshire College prepares you comprehensively for the world. And the world looks to our graduates for leadership in hundreds of fields.

Lupita Nyong'o 03F
Oscar-winning actress of 12 Years a Slave, model, and writer

Jon Krakauer 72F
Mountaineer and bestselling author of Under the Banner of Heaven

Ian Spalter 94F
Tech and design pro, currently head of Instagram Japan

Rhys Ernst 01S
Filmmaker and coproducer of Amazon's Golden Globe-winning show Transparent
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