Whether you love the Smith Confessional or just love to hate it, there’s no denying that the website occupies an essential place in the Smith social conversation. Last week I caught up with Shibo Xu, the Refersion co-founder who moonlights as the owner and self-proclaimed “janitor” of the Smith Confessional, to talk about the history of the Confessionals, his approach to moderation, and who he thinks the Confessional is a safe space for.
The Sophian
That most spooky time of year is upon us once again. The chill of autumn air brings about a wave of ghost stories.
Paris Fashion Week is one of the most anticipated times of the year for the fashion community. It follows New York and precedes Milan, but Paris will always be known as a vogue hotspot for the models, designers, and consumers. Paris Fashion Week got off to a hot start with most major fashion companies taking up the calling card for environmental focus. This year, Maria Grazia Chiuri (MGC), creative director of Dior, one of the largest haute-couture brands in history, decided she too would make her mark on the climate change movement.
On Thursday, Campus Police responded to reports of swastikas drawn on the walls of Seelye, Bass and Burton halls. The swastikas were drawn in what appeared to be red marker.
Last week, the newly formed campus safety advisory group hosted a series of open forums to discuss the future of Smith College’s soon to be independent police department. The forums were intended to collect feedback from the Smith community as the advisory group begins deciding what to suggest to President McCartney in shaping the new department, which will go into effect starting July 1.
On Oct. 4th, Smith’s crew team competed in their first regatta of the Fall 2019 season, “Head of the Riverfront Regatta.” On October 1st, I spoke with captain Anna Freund ’20 about her experience with crew and how the team has been preparing to get back on the water.
On Oct. 4th, Smith’s crew team competed in their first regatta of the Fall 2019 season, “Head of the Riverfront Regatta.” On October 1st, I spoke with captain Anna Freund ’20 about her experience with crew and how the team has been preparing to get back on the water.
Friday, Oct. 25th to Sunday, Oct. 27th is Family Weekend, meaning that students’ loved ones will flock to Smith’s campus. In addition to simply reuniting, students can expect to give their guests a taste of Smith life. Family members are invited to enjoy refreshments at Friday Tea and Sunday Brunch, tour Smith amenities like the Botanic Garden and the libraries and even attend class alongside their students.
Friday, Oct. 25th to Sunday, Oct. 27th is Family Weekend, meaning that students’ loved ones will flock to Smith’s campus. In addition to simply reuniting, students can expect to give their guests a taste of Smith life. Family members are invited to enjoy refreshments at Friday Tea and Sunday Brunch, tour Smith amenities like the Botanic Garden and the libraries and even attend class alongside their students.