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What’s The Vibe? Supporting Northampton Tenants, The Vibes Say

What’s The Vibe? Supporting Northampton Tenants, The Vibes Say

By Ava Blando on March 6, 2026 |

Arts and Culture, Campus, Local, Music and News

Smith College hosted the 42nd Annual Silver Chord Bowl one month ago inside John M. Greene Hall. This event is “the oldest and most respected collegiate a cappella showcase in the region,” according to the Northampton Arts Council, which co-hosted the event at Smith.

Among the groups who performed were the Smith College Vibes, who wore pins during their performance to demonstrate solidarity with the Northampton Tenants Association and draw attention to the Association’s advocacy for tenant rights amidst rent increases.

As Northampton Housing Crisis Worsens, Smith Considers its Role in the Community
Photo courtesy of Smith College

As Northampton Housing Crisis Worsens, Smith Considers its Role in the Community

By Ava Blando on May 8, 2025 |

Campus, City, Economy, Local, National and News

Northampton, alongside many cities in the United States, is facing a housing crisis. While stakeholders agree that the college should address the crisis at hand, there are active discussions and debate about Smith’s role in the community and how to design solutions that benefit Smith College, the city of Northampton and all of its residents alike.