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U.S. News & World ReportFor the second consecutive year, MCLA has been named a Top Ten Public Liberal Arts College by U.S. News & World Report.


The Parent & Family Resource Center 

The Parent and Family Resource Center was established to support the interests of the parents and families of MCLA students. The Center provides a summer orientation, creates a campus network of parents and families, and facilitates the connections of parents and families with one another. Parents and families also will work with the Center in creating the College's annual Fall Family Weekend. More information about the new Resource Center will appear on this page periodically.

For more information about the Center, please contact the Associate Dean of Students, Theresa O'Bryant at (413) 662-5231, or e-mail her.

The Family Council 

The Council is a voluntary association of parents and other family members of MCLA  undergraduate and graduate students. The Family Council serves to promote a sense of community amongst parents and enlist participation in various efforts supporting the goals of the College.

The Council:

  • provides a venue for parents and other family members to share news of the College.
  • undertakes projects for students and/or the College consistent with the Council goals, including Fall Family Weekend.
  • supports MCLA through gifts to the Annual Fund, providing much needed resources for students. 

Parent & Family Resource Guide

The 2012 - 2013 Parent & Family Resource Guide provides important information about the services and programs offered at MCLA. It is a handy reference tool should you have any questions about your student's life at MCLA.

Supporting Your Student 

Family Transitions Guide   

As you send your student to college, you will realize that his/her life and yours are about to change. Here are some helpful tips for parents that the Counseling Services staff has put together to help the transition.

Parents' Guide to Career Development

One of the most valuable things parents can do to help a student with career planning is listen: be open to ideas, try to help your student find information, and be nonjudgmental. This guide provides 10 ways that you can help. 

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