Pearls and Cashmere

As a student body with a strong sensibility towards social justice, we believe it is our responsibility to show Ms. Spurzem exactly what the Smith student body is like. Work together, Smithies. Let's send a message.
Aimée. Class of 2010. French language and literature major. I believe that love does not have to be defined by gender. Through hard work, sacrifice, and saving every penny I could, I have finally been able to pay my student loan in one fell swoop. I’m in a slightly scary place now, but I know I can pull myself up and over every hurdle. I just returned from a year teaching young children in China, where I gained perspective on being an Other. I am so proud of Smith and the way it has evolved, and I feel lucky to be part of it. I learned so much from my professors and the beautiful people who make Smith what it is. I learned that we never stop learning. Should anyone bemoan the diversity in Smith’s community: I recommend that person, Smith alum or otherwise, turn on their brain, and open their mind: WAKE UP. You should be proud of what we have become and what we have the power to accomplish.

Aimée. Class of 2010. French language and literature major.

I believe that love does not have to be defined by gender.

Through hard work, sacrifice, and saving every penny I could, I have finally been able to pay my student loan in one fell swoop. I’m in a slightly scary place now, but I know I can pull myself up and over every hurdle.

I just returned from a year teaching young children in China, where I gained perspective on being an Other.

I am so proud of Smith and the way it has evolved, and I feel lucky to be part of it. I learned so much from my professors and the beautiful people who make Smith what it is. I learned that we never stop learning.

Should anyone bemoan the diversity in Smith’s community: I recommend that person, Smith alum or otherwise, turn on their brain, and open their mind: WAKE UP. You should be proud of what we have become and what we have the power to accomplish.