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From Human Resources

Ready to help answer any and all questions you may have about your benefits, compensation, and more, Smith’s HR team is committed to providing solutions and partnerships that enhance the employee experience and foster an engaging working environment for every member of the Smith community.

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People News

Read about the latest accomplishments of Smith students, staff, faculty, and alums.

Professor Ben Baumer Named 2025 Fellow of the American Statistical Association for Excellence in Statistical Science

May 30, 2025

Ben Baumer, professor of statistical and data sciences, has been selected as a 2025 fellow of the American Statistical Association. The prestigious distinction is given annually to association members for their professional contributions, leadership, and commitment to the field of statistical science.

Professor Floyd Cheung Talks on The Literature of Japanese Incarceration at Roosevelt House

May 30, 2025

Floyd Cheung, vice president for equity and inclusion and professor of English language and literature, gave a talk in May at Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College, about the anthology he co-edited, The Literature of Japanese Incarceration. The event marked Asian American Pacific Islander month at Roosevelt House.

Assistant Professor Jessica Gersony Presents on Carbon Movement in Trees at University of Maine

May 30, 2025

Jessica Gersony, assistant professor of biological sciences, gave a seminar in April, “Tangled up in blue: Understanding carbon movement in trees during water stress,” at the University of Maine in Orono. The seminar was part of Maine Impact Week, celebrating the state’s contributions to art and science.

150 Years of Memories

To help us celebrate the college’s 150th anniversary, send us a love story to Smith! It can be about a favorite place on campus, an influential professor or staff member, an enduring memory or friendship—something that captures the essence of what makes Smith special. We’ll post responses online and possibly use some of the stories in an upcoming issue of the Smith Quarterly.

Celebrate Smith’s 150th Submit Your Love Story

Helpful Information

Conveniently on Campus

You don’t need to go far to find convenient amenities at Smith. The menu at the Campus Center Café is available to employees—you can even order ahead on Grubhub—and benefited, full-time employees have access to Smith’s athletic facilities.

Athletic Facilities Café Menu

Want To Take Classes?

Eligible employees and their spouses who are not degree candidates may enroll in courses, provided there is space available and the instructor gives approval. Employees are subject to the same academic rules and regulations as Smith students, including deadlines for papers and examinations, grading system, and academic honor system.

1. Apply With Human Resources through Workday
Apply to the Office of Human Resources in advance of the start of the semester following the directions in the document below.

Smith Courses Tuition Benefit Request Instructions (PDF)

2. Confirm Registration
The registrar's office will receive approved applications from HR and will email instructions on registering the week before classes begin. If the course involves a separate lab or discussion, registration for both sections is required.

If you wish to audit a course only see the information on the Auditors page. There is no fee for employees or spouses/dependents of employees.

You must officially drop a course by notifying the registrar's and Human Resources office by the drop deadline.

Any employee or spouse who does not complete a course for which they are registered and does not follow the official procedures for withdrawing will receive a failing grade.

If you are employed in a position of half time or more, you are eligible to receive tuition assistance for Smith courses. Additionally, tuition assistance is available to the spouses of eligible employees.

Learn more in the Employee Handbook.

For Staff, By Staff

Staff Council, founded in 1992, provides a comprehensive communication channel between administration and staff members. Implemented to ensure staff members’ voices are heard across campus, Staff Council also organizes fun events such as cookie competitions, staff trips, and more.

Two-Stop Shopping

The Smith Computer Store, located in Stoddard Hall 202, has everything imaginable for your electronics needs—from new MacBooks and iPads to the smallest cables and adapters, we’ve got you covered. If it’s Smith-branded clothing or accessories (or just some on-campus staples!) you’re after, stop by the bookstore at 8–10 Green Street. At either location, a valid Smith ID will get students, faculty, and staff members various discounts.