Dr. Ann Billetz makes a difference as a faculty member and a community member.No

Dr. Ann Billetz finds peace in the surrounding natural environments the Berkshires have to offer.No

Joe King describes North Adams as a vibrant hub for the future of music.No

Kaiya Cocliff knew MCLA was the place for her from the moment she stepped foot on campus.No

Dr. Kebra Ward views the Northern Berkshires as a small town feel with big city opportunities.No

Dr. Kebra Ward champions unique cross-department collaboration activities on campus.No

Prof. Laura Standley is inspired by the same environment that has pushed artists for hundreds of years.No

Masyn Lavariere believes that MCLA is the perfect place for nature lovers of every kind.No

Matthew Lewellyn creates a sense of home through on-campus friends old and new.No

Dr. Mohsen Danesh teaches for an institution that’s woven into the surrounding community.No

William Flynn’s hometown connections flourished into higher education opportunities with MCLA.No

Lawrence Wilson stays invested in the community that has invested so much into him.No

Joe King’s capstone class led him to new academic opportunities and closer faculty connections.No

Joe King is able to learn outside of the classroom through MCLA-exclusive real world experiences.No

Laurence Wilson expresses gratitude toward professors who have pushed him to engage in bigger spaces.No

Paige Dufur interacts with others on campus through involvement opportunities that build her resume.No

Masyn Lavariere’s connections with his professors allowed for academic discovery and clear goals.No

William Flynn gets involved with unique research work that professors engage in on campus.No

Eva Bassallo feels that her professors have challenged her to reach her fullest potential.No

Dr. Justin Golub watches his students grow through his mentorships, gaining confidence and wisdom.No

Dr. Mohsen Danesh speaks to the local job placements that MCLA helps foster for its students.No

Dr. Kebra Ward’s favorite part of being an instructor is watching her students’ growth over their 4 years.No

Kaiya Cocliff expresses pride and gratitute in developing the Essential Needs Center on campus.No

Kaiya Cocliff feels that her MCLA education has already impacted her so much, and will continue to do so.No

Dr. Ann Billetz steps into her role as an instructor from day one, watching timid students turn into curious adventurers.No

Prof. Laura Standley feels grateful that her role as an educator has allowed her to stay curious and grow at MCLA.No

Joe King describes his transformation at MCLA as a complete 180 that has shaped his goals for the future.No

Laurence Wilson values the authentic relationships he’s created with his professors.No

Paige Dufur describes MCLA as a small but mighty community that has opportunities for everyoneNo

Masyn Lavariere speaks to MCLA’s down-to-earth nature, from students to faculty and staff.No

Masyn Lavariere describes MCLA with the word “family”, believing that there’s a home for everyone on campus.No

William Flynn testifies to the warm and welcoming environment he’s found at MCLA.No

Dr. Justin Golub describes the spirit of MCLA as welcoming, exciting, and with lots of opportunity.No

Dr. Mohsen Danesh views MCLA as a place rooted in strong community across all types of people.No

Dr. Mohsen Danesh commits to being a faculty member who cares about students’ success in and out of the classroom.No

Dr. Kebra Ward finds joy in watching her students succeed in their academic and personal goals.No

Kaiya Cocliff’s support system consists of the professors in her department who create a space for her to express herself.No

Dr. Ann Billetz defines MCLA as a place where community members can be their authentic selves.No

Dr. Ann Billetz shares the triumphs and tribulations of his students as they shape their own future.No

Matthew Lewellyn cherishes the familial relationships he’s fostered with students and faculty.No

Prof. Laura Standley finds purpose in connecting with her students on a level only a small institution could provide.No

Joe King’s capstone class led him to new academic opportunities and closer faculty connections.No

Laurence Wilson was able to craft his own major with the Interdisciplinary Studies program.No

Laurence Wilson was able to figure out his goals with the support of the MCLA community.No

Paige Dufur encourages new students to keep an open mind, try new things, and get involved.No

Masyn Lavariere’s connections with his professors allowed for academic discovery and clear goals.No

Masyn Lavariere reflects on his favorite classroom moments that strengthened his “why MCLA”.No

William Flynn takes advantage of the liberal arts difference by pursuing all of his interests.No

Eva Bassallo started her academic journey undeclared and found her passion through exploration.No

Eva Bassallo takes advantage of all of the opportunities and resources she finds through MCLA.No

Dr. Justin Golub sees the power of a liberal arts education in the students he teaches.No

Dr. Kebra Ward engages with a multitude of different students with the world as her classroomNo

Dr. Michael Dilthey invests in the future of students with a multifaceted music program.No

Kaiya Cocliff empowers her educational journey with a self-made degree plan.No

Kaiya Cocliff takes advantage of study abroad opportunities to expand her horizons.No

Matthew Lewellyn appreciates the intimate class sizes that create connection and depth.No

Joe King feels supported by MCLA’s Office of Student Financial Services at a personal level.No

Laurence Wilson’s college search was heavily influenced by affordability, and MCLA’s scholarship opportunities helped out.No

Laurence Wilson has built a relationship with the Office of Student Financial Services through conversation and understanding.No

Paige Dufur found financial strength through scholarships as a first-generation college student.No

Masyn Lavariere gained a helpful hand in navigating financial aid through the Office of Student Financial Services.No

William Flynn’s college search was heavily influenced by MCLA’s affordability efforts.No

Dr. Justin Golub speaks to the valuable opportunities MCLA students receive at an affordable price.No

Dr. Mohsen Danesh views MCLA’s small size as an advantage for student-faculty connections.No

Dr. Kebra Ward believes that MCLA’s small community provides a strategic advantage with an interconnected network.No

Dr. Kebra Ward expresses pride in being a part of the MCLA faculty community, and the student-faculty connections that make it so special.No

Dr. Ann Billetz champions giving students academic opportunities no matter what their financial background is.No

Matthew Lewellyn views the Office of Student Financial Services as a trusted partner that has supported him from the start.