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Members of Students for Justice in Palestine occupy Mary Lyon Hall overnight during sit-in

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Members of Students for Justice in Palestine occupy Mary Lyon Hall overnight during sit-in

Since the Israeli state declared war on Hamas militants in October, universities around the world have seen their fair share of student-led organizing in support of Palestine.

Mount Holyoke College is now one of these institutions after a chapter of the international movement Students for Justice in Palestine began meeting early in November. The group led a rally, march, vigil and sit-in for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, Nov. 9, with several students occupying Mary Lyon Hall overnight.

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Senate discusses decolonization, accessibility and religious accommodations

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Senate discusses decolonization, accessibility and religious accommodations

On Nov. 14, senate opened its weekly meeting with a land acknowledgment, a discussion on decolonization, a word from the Student Government Association Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer and open floor.

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Senate invites dining officials to discuss sustainability, changes

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Senate invites dining officials to discuss sustainability, changes

The Student Government Association Senate began on Nov. 7 by reading off the agenda, which included the Mount Holyoke College Land Acknowledgment, guest speakers from Dining Services, E-Board updates and an open floor.

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Report of antisemitic incident leads to investigation

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Report of antisemitic incident leads to investigation

“Not all anti-Israel statements are antisemitic, but there was something about this one that was a little bit disturbing,” an alum from the Class of 1986 said in an interview with Mount Holyoke News.

The alum, who requested to remain anonymous for safety reasons, was referring to chalkboard messaging and an antisemitic flier they found while visiting campus with a friend on Oct. 26, 2023.

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A glimpse inside the ambitious and ready-for-action 2027 Class Board

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A glimpse inside the ambitious and ready-for-action 2027 Class Board

Making student-oriented decisions, introducing fine-tuned initiatives and engaging with powerful voices are only some of the many undertakings the recently elected Class of 2027 student government board claims they have chosen to pursue in the upcoming academic year.

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Students march to President Holley’s House in support of Palestine

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A group of students organizing under the name MHC For Palestine with support from the Western Massachusetts Action Coalition gathered in front of Pratt Hall in support of a liberated Palestine at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 22.

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Pronouns Day keynote features sexuality educator Ericka Hart

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Pronouns Day keynote features sexuality educator Ericka Hart

In honor of its annual Pronouns Day, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted a keynote event that featured sexuality educator Ericka Hart on Wednesday, Oct. 18. Ericka Hart is a queer, Black femme activist who received their master’s of education in human sexuality from Widener University. Afterward, they served as a sexuality educator, spending time in the Peace Corps as an HIV/AIDS volunteer based in Ethiopia. Hart has been engaging with youth as well as adults in New York for over 10 years.

Lily Rood '27 brings passion for social justice to class presidency

Lily Rood '27 brings passion for social justice to class presidency

After running a successful campaign that connected with the student body’s desire for progress, Elle Rood ’27 was elected president of the Class of 2027 earlier this month. 

With a wealth of political experience and a desire for change, Rood sees her presidency as “aligning [her] passions of politics and political organizing with [her] purpose of advancing social justice causes.” 

'MHC Housekeepers' Wage Proposal' circulates the College's campus

'MHC Housekeepers' Wage Proposal' circulates the College's campus

A student-created petition advocating for a raise in wages for housekeepers at Mount Holyoke College has recently circulated around the community. 

On Tuesday, Oct. 10, Wilder Hall Residential Fellow Isha Chinniah ’24 posted a petition titled “Support MHC Housekeepers' Wage Proposal” to Change.org. The petition rapidly circulated on campus via student Instagram stories and social media pages, gaining the attention of hundreds in the community in just a few days. As of Oct. 20, the petition had over 500 of its desired 1000 signatures.

Senate welcomes Angie Gregory to discuss ongoing geothermal energy project

Senate welcomes Angie Gregory to discuss ongoing geothermal energy project

Senate on Tuesday, Oct. 17, began with the SGA senate team reintroducing themselves. The team consists of Linden Wade ’26, the chair of special interests, Serynn Nowlin ’25, the chair of halls and Julia Madonick ’24, the chair of the senate. Then, the group stated the agenda for the evening, which consisted of E-Board updates, a community guidelines workshop and open floor. The meeting also featured a presentation by Angie Gregory, the sustainability program manager at the Miller Worley Center for the Environment. 

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