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The Next StepFinding AidFinding aid prepared by Archives and Special Collections.2011
Administrative InformationPlease use the following format when citing materials from this collection: The Next Step Records, Mount Holyoke College Archives and Special Collections, South Hadley, MA Restricted Records restricted to use by office/department of origin for 25 years from date of record creation. Return to the Table of Contents Historical NoteThe Next Step was founded by Sara Jonsberg in 1989 through the combined effort of the Care Center of Holyoke and Mount Holyoke College. This program was designed to give teen mothers the opportunity to attend college. The program originated as a summer program, but then also included January Term. Primary goals were to teach writing and self-expression, and to encourage young mothers to consider attending college. Return to the Table of Contents Scope and Contents of the CollectionThe records include newspaper clippings, invitations, posters, and a publication by The Next Step participants entitled "Life Stories." Limited information on the background and structure of the program is included. There are many writing pieces by the participants, including both evaluations of the program and creative works. Return to the Table of Contents |
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