Orientation Programs
Orientation is an essential part of the new student experience at Smith College. The program provides students with information and resources critical to their overall success in college. The week before the start of classes, all new first-year, transfer, visiting/exchange students and Ada Comstock Scholars gather to learn about the college and get to know each other. All new students should participate fully in the entire Orientation program.
About Orientation
Fall Orientation will take place from August 29–September 2, 2024.
Preparing for Orientation
Smith Reads
What to Expect
All new students participate in Smith Reads by reading the same assigned text before arriving on campus. This allows students to participate in their first shared academic dialogue at Smith, which happens in the form of informal chats with peers, facilitated small group discussions, and a large-scale speaking engagement with the Smith Reads author.
This Year’s Smith Reads
The fall 2024 Smith Reads text will be announced soon. Check the Smith Reads page for updates this summer.
Contact The Orientation Team
Clark Hall 101
Smith College
Northampton, MA 01063
Phone: 413-585-4940 Email: orientation@smith.edu