In 2005, alum Ken Hollingsworth ’79 sent a few simple birthday emails to his friends from Dodd House. 20 years later, the chain has over 200 alums, and has expanded its scope far beyond birthday wishes.
Last Friday, students awoke to the cacophonous clanging of the Thompson Chapel bells and members of the Williams Outing Club (WOC) board banging pots and pans, yelling, “It’s Mountain Day!” As timeless as these traditions may seem, the College’s favorite Friday in fall has evolved greatly since its inception. The Record took a deep dive into the archives to unearth stories from Mountain Days past.
The Office of the Dean of the College will handle all social misconduct violations starting in the 2025–26 academic year. “Social misconduct” refers to a set of behavioral violations of the Code of Conduct, such as hazing, harassment, and prohibited use of drugs and alcohol. Previously under the purview of the Honor and Discipline Committee, an elected body of students and faculty, social misconduct will now be adjudicated without student input.
Many beloved businesses on Spring Street occupy buildings owned by the College. Associate Provost Chris Winters gives a tour of the College's real estate and explains how it maintains and cares for its properties.
Curious about how housing turned out for students this year? We have the stats. Inside, you'll find the number of seniors who ended up in flexes, how many students chose Mission, and more.
Each week, the Record (using a script in R) randomly selects a student at the College for our One in Two Thousand feature, excluding current Record board members. This week, Katherine Kang ’27 discussed her hometown of Amherst, Mass., love of crossword puzzles, and advice for first-years.
From romantic triumphs to near-breakups, IWS has you covered. With their new biweekly drop-in couples' counseling sessions, students can take advantage on-demand, short-term guidance for you and your beau.
The academics. The extracurriculars. The tote bag. Which is the selling factor in students' decision to attend the College? The tote bag, of course. Associate Director of Admissions Kate Heekin tells the story behind the gift boxes that welcome students to the College each spring.
Staff Spotlight is a new column that highlights the contributions of the people who keep the College running. This week, the Record spoke to the manager of Driscoll Molly O'Brien, who enjoys mocha iced coffee, umami burgers, and creating menus for campus-wide events.
ABC Clothing Shop is Williamstown's only thrift store. It has undergone a series of changes over the past decades — from church basement sales, to farmer's market booths, to their current Spring Street location. Managers and students reflect on the shop and its influence.
In the 1979-80 academic year, Reza Pahlavi, son of the Shah of Iran, attended the College. Despite the heightened security and international attention surrounding his home country, he blended in as another student, marking a unique chapter to the College's history.
