Division of Student Life

The Division of Student Life co-creates a dynamic, engaged, and inclusive community that enriches the student experience, promotes wellness and belonging, and supports the purposeful development of every student at ¹û¶³´«Ã½.

We work closely with the academic centers and our campus partners on initiatives such as Be Well, Orientation, MoZone Peer Education program, First-Gen Network, and Engage MHC as well as College traditions such as Family & Friends Weekend, Mount Holyoke Leadership & Service Awards, the Hortense Parker celebration and Pangy Day.

Departments and offices in Student Life

Student Engagement encompasses Be Well, Community Standards, Residential Life and Student Involvement. It provides engagement opportunities, supports community building in residence halls, promotes holistic well-being, and enforces campus policies for a safe, inclusive environment.

At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, promoting “a beloved community“ by cultivating an inclusive and socially just campus environment for all is a priority.

Safe, confidential, and culturally competent counseling services are available to Mount Holyoke students.

These include medical and nursing services, pharmacy services, alcohol and drug awareness, health education, and more..

Actively supporting, protecting, and engaging with the community by the means of mutual aid, harm reduction, conflict resolution, and other best practices of safety and security.

Engage with our NCAA Division III varsity teams, diverse club sports program, physical education opportunities, and equestrian center, as well as other ways to stay active and involved.

Student Life staff

Department head(s)

Marcella Runell, Ed.D.

  • Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

Staff

Rachel Alldis

  • Assistant Vice President of Student Engagement and Executive Director of Residential Life

Latrina L. Denson

  • Associate Dean of Students, Community and Belonging

Alicia Erwin

  • Assistant Vice President for Student Life, Strategic Operations

Elizabeth (Beth) Feeney, Ph.D.

  • Director, Counseling Service

Ju Young Hong

  • Director, Be Well

Raymond LaBarre

  • Director of Public Safety and Service

Annmarie Murdzia

  • Communications Manager

Brenda Payette

  • Assistant to the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

Nashalie Vazquez

  • Director of Community Standards & Housing Operations

Contact us

The student life team seeks to build and support a vibrant community at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ College. We are a resource for students, parents, faculty, and administrators.

Brenda Payette
  • Assistant to the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students