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The Student-Run Newspaper of Williams College Since 1887

The Williams Record

The Student-Run Newspaper of Williams College Since 1887

The Williams Record

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Visitors to Sand Springs have enjoyed the spring-fed pool since the mid-19th century. (Photo courtesy of Henry Smith.)

‘One time I even networked in there’: Sauna at Sand Springs offers steamy encounters

Katerina Papachela March 4, 2026
The verdict is in: Sweating elbow-to-elbow with your neighbors is becoming the new thing to do at the College — and it’s not just because of toxin release or better sleep scores. According to Sand Springs Pool & Recreation Center Executive Director Henry Smith, when students and Town residents visit the sauna to relax and recuperate, they also find a valuable sense of community.
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