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« Si je pensais que la démocratie était condamnée, je ne ferais pas ceci » : le professeur James Kirk croit en l’efficacité politique de la prochaine génération.

À une époque où il n'y a plus de rois, où les références à peine voilées aux événements de la Seconde Guerre mondiale et aux injustices subies par les Américains de la part des institutions américaines sont monnaie courante, James Kirk, professeur invité de sciences politiques au Smith College, soutient que la vigilance est essentielle. Il considère les obstacles politiques comme des tournants décisifs, et son travail porte sur les concepts mêmes qui nuisent au climat politique actuel, dans le but d'apporter un éclairage sur les moyens d'améliorer et de remettre en question ces concepts.

Smith’s History of Discriminatory Housing: A Dive Into the Archives

With exteriors ranging from Victorian, ivy-covered red brick to modern, many-windowed white cement, Smith’s houses are a hallmark of the college. The 41 houses, scattered…

‘If I Believed That Democracy Was Doomed, I Wouldn’t Be Doing This’: Professor James Kirk Believes in the Political Efficacy of the Next Generation

In an era of No Kings, thinly veiled references to World War events and injustices faced by Americans perpetrated by American institutions, Smith College Visiting…

Unpacking Cromwell Day: Student and College Responses to Controversial Keynote Speaker

On Monday Nov. 17, a group of students hosted the Cromwell Day Student Town Hall in Weinstein Auditorium following heavy backlash regarding the events from…

‘Combining the Old with the Present Moment’: Dawn Watch Delivers Unique and Reflective JostenLive! Performance

On a dark and frigid Friday evening, Josten Library’s mezzanine transformed into a cozy performance space as it filled with Micah Walter and Laurie Tupper’s…

“Be Patient and Be Persistent”: Admiral Rachel Levine Reflects on Her Public Health Career and the Future of Trans Leadership

On Nov. 4, retired Admiral Rachel Levine came to Smith College to speak as part of the Smith College Colloquia series. Prior to her discussion…

‘The best way I can give back is to serve:’ Incumbent Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra ‘96 Reflects on Her Time at Smith and Northampton’s Future

This article was originally published in the October 2025 print edition. Northampton Mayor and Smith alumna Gina-Louise Sciarra ‘96 is seeking reelection to address her…