Info for: Students

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Info for: Students

Hello, students! We're so glad you're part of our community. And we’re here to help. Use this page to find the resources you need to support your full experience.

Our Five Core Principles   
Our School is committed to five Core Principles of racial justice that guide all areas of our programs and work as we constantly strive towards greater anti-racism – an ongoing goal to which the entire School community aspires.

Handbooks and Guides

M.S.W. Practicum Guide

M.S.W. Handbook

Ph.D. Handbook

M.S.W. Student Problem-Solving Process

Quick Reference Dates

Upcoming dates are listed below. For the full year calendar, visit our academic calendar.

July 2, 2025M.S.W. classes normally held on Friday, July 4 will be held on Wednesday, July 2.
July 3, 2025Summer 1 Classes End
July 4, 2025July 4 Holiday, administrative offices closed, no classes
July 4-13, 2025Summer Break
July 7, 2025M.S.W. Program Winter (Practicum) Registration
July 11-19, 2025Summer 2 Add/Drop
July 14, 2025Summer 2 Classes Begin
August 13, 2025M.S.W. classes normally held on Friday, August 15 will be held on Wednesday, August 13.
August 15, 2025Summer 2 Classes End
August 15, 2025Commencement
September 2, 2025Winter (Practicum) Term Begins
Quick Links
New Student Checklist
Returning Student Checklist
Orientation
M.S.W. Practicum Learning Resources
M.S.W. Practicum Assignment and Evaluation Dates
Academic Calendar
Athletic Facilities
Course Catalog
Dining Hours and Menus
Financial Aid
Health Insurance (including waiving)
Health and Wellness
Smith College Portal
SSW Directory
SSW Registrar
Student Accounts
Student Services

Summer 2025

Parking Passes
Housing
Dining
Waiving Health Insurance
New Student Checklist
Returning Student Checklist
Health and Wellness
Student Services
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Accessibility Resource Center (ARC)
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Smith College Libraries
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Office of Equity and Inclusion

SSW Registrar

Registration (M.S.W.)
Transcripts
Academic Calendar
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Smith College ITS 

For information and support with OneCards, accessing wifi, Smith accounts, and other technology-related topics. 

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M.S.W. Practicum Placement Resources

M.S.W. Practicum Learning Guide

Information and Resources

Assignment and Evaluation Dates 

Student Support
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Danielle LaVine

Associate Registrar
Danielle LaVine joined Smith SSW in June 2022 as the associate registrar.
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Sharyn Zuffelato

Administrative and Systems Manager, Ph.D. Program
Sharyn Zuffelato graduated from University of Maryland with a degree in Business Administration. She joined the Smith College School for Social Work in 2007…
Meet our Faculty and Staff
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