Since launching Bard Microcollege Holyoke in 2016, we have learned so much about how to support young mothers as they pursue a college degree. When students faced unforeseen childcare issues, our college counselor helped them secure care and ensure their semester was not interrupted. When we learned students were coming to class hungry, we incorporated nourishing meals and snacks into the … [Read more...] about New College Writing Course
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Housing for College Students
It's really happening! Housing for Care Center students in college is coming to Holyoke. Unstable housing and homelessness are some of the biggest challenges for our students in college. That is why we are working with the largest nonprofit developer of affordable housing based in Western Massachusetts to address this issue. Located in Holyoke, just down the street from the newly renovated … [Read more...] about Housing for College Students
Aja Monet Speaks at Annual Fundraising Party
On May 8, 2017, 500 guests attended The Care Center's annual fundraising party at the Log Cabin with special guest Aja Monet. The event celebrated the inaugural year of Bard Microcollege Holyoke, the nation's first college for young mothers. The evening also celebrated each individual's power to affect change through words and actions. Aja Monet spoke passionately about the importance of … [Read more...] about Aja Monet Speaks at Annual Fundraising Party
Nation’s First College for Young Moms Opens at The Care Center
The Care Center has partnered with Bard College to launch the nation’s first college for low-income women whose educations have been interrupted or postponed by pregnancy and parenting. The Care Center is now a campus of Bard College and the home of Bard Microcollege Holyoke, which offers a fully accredited Associate in Arts degree program. The college will serve Care Center graduates as well as … [Read more...] about Nation’s First College for Young Moms Opens at The Care Center
