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April 2021 NorCal Club Newsletter

Dear fellow alums,

Many of you have probably already received via email our recent statement condemning the anti-Asian/American violence and hate occurring in the Bay Area and across the country, mourning the victims of the horrific shootings in Atlanta, and expressing our solidarity with the Asian/American communities in the ongoing fight against racism and white supremacy. Read the full statement here as well as find information on resources and organizations doing work in Georgia and beyond. 

Our events this month feature opportunities to be in community and celebrate BIPOC voices. Attend this month’s book club to discuss Lan Cao’s ’83 powerful memoir, Family in Six Tones; view two short films on racial and gender justice and then hear Fabiola Tafolla ’97 in conversation; and join uncommon alum Yulin (Tina J.) Ling ’92 as she shares her journey from student activist to chief strategy officer, community leader, and mentor. Check out more detailed event descriptions here and register via Zoom.  After such a devastating month—and past year overall—we’re looking forward to being together, even if it’s online.        

Join the Board

We want you! For those interested in being more involved with the Club, please consider joining our board. We welcome alums from our entire Northern California region, not just the Bay Area. Our Board meetings are via Zoom even in non-pandemic times, so location truly doesn’t matter. We would love to have representation from throughout our incredibly large region! 

The next term begins July 1, 2021. Peruse the board descriptions and let us know if any positions spark your interest by reaching out to us by email or by filling out this Statement of Interest. We’re always looking for fresh perspectives and look forward to hearing from you.  

Get in touch

As we continue virtual planning for 2021, please let us know what types of virtual events, programs, and resources may best support you at this time or any which you may wish to offer. 

  • What events or programming would you like to see? 
  • Have a talent you’d like to share? A group you want to start? A community you’d like to nourish? Host one of our monthly M&Cs or another virtual event! Email us or fill out this form to get started. 
  • We’d love to showcase members of our alum community on social media. If you’re interested in sharing your story with our local community online, let us know here.

We’re also still welcoming any recommendations of alums who have founded, work for, or volunteer at local Northern California organizations doing anti-racist work or fundraising and will include them in upcoming newsletters. Please send any recommendations to the Board at mountholyoke@gmail.com.

Our very best wishes,

– The Board   

Upcoming events

If you’re interested in joining any of the Club’s virtual events but are unsure about using Zoom, check out this resource and reach out to the Club with any questions.  

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Virtual Programming from the Alum Association

The College is offering a range of virtual programming and opportunities to connect. Learn more on the AA Events page.

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Membership Dues

Interested in supporting the Club further? Join the Club by paying your annual, tax-deductible Membership Dues! And if you don’t want to remember to pay your dues every year, make one payment to join us as a Lifetime Member. You can pay your dues or become a Lifetime Member here: MHC Club of Northern CA Membership Dues. The Club’s fiscal year is July 1 to June 30. Please note: If you would prefer to pay by check, please email us. 

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Stay Connected 

To hear the latest about our programming in-between our monthly newsletters, we encourage you to connect with the Club on one or more forms of social media. We hope to see you at an event soon!