Marjorie R. Kaufman

I continue to think fondly of Miss Kaufman, and how much I learned from her -- not just in her literature classes, but what she gave of herself! A wonderful woman! She will always have a special place in my heart.

Still a treasured human and teacher in my MHC memories. Helen Malina, class of '67.

I still rely on what she taught me about writing. Great mentor.

Marjorie Kaufman and VirginiaEllis enriched my life in ways that are still important to me

Still remember her inspiration and intention to help all of us become better writers. I owe her a debt of gratitude for helping ME write better.

Miss Kaufman remains in my thoughts and my MHC memories as an outstanding person and teacher. I love thinking about her and about how much I learned from her! RIP, Miss Kaufman.

Five years & a few days after Marjorie Kaufman's death, I've decided to reread all the inspiring tributes that appeared in her guest book, most written by former Mount Holyoke students who benefited from her wit, wisdom, and compassion. I had her for 2 courses, including American Lit, & I was sitting in her classroom on that November day when we received the tragic news of President Kennedy's death. Somehow, she knew exactly how to respond, comforting us & allowing us to speak out. By the...

Ms. Kaufman is how I think of Marjorie - a wise woman. In a senior seminar I took with her, I learned a lesson of a lifetime. I had survived a serious bike accident resulting in a close head injury. Believing my brain was working better than ever, I submitted a paper to Ms. Kaufman and believed it would just so please her. With reluctance, she returned my paper to me. Not sure I remember which was redder the markings on my paper or my eyes. Ms. Kaufman explained tenderly,she could not...

Miss Kaufman was my Freshmen English Composition teacher. Since I just read that she came to Mt. Holyoke in '54, I must have had her in her second year of teaching. I will never forget how much she encouraged me. I remember a conference with her where she told me I could write! No one had ever told me that before! I never forgot that message!