Welcome to Babson College!
Our team is here to make you feel as at home as possible during your short stay in the United States.
Although you are not a full-time student, you will be investing a lot of time and effort into this Babson
College Summer Program, and we want you to feel comfortable on campus. Our handbook contains a
great deal of useful information and we encourage you to read it carefully before you arrive here. We
hope that it will serve as a useful reference guide throughout your stay.
If you have any questions about the contents of this guide or need more information about a certain
topic, you can search on Babson’s website at www.Babson.edu or use any of the links we provide in
the following pages.
It is important that you understand the contents of this guide in order to acclimate yourself to Babson,
our policies and rules, American cultural aspects (such as the importance of punctuality), and the city
of Boston itself.
We look forward to welcoming you to Babson College this summer and hope that it will be an
informative, fun, and fulfilling experience for you. Please feel free to contact us directly if we can assist
you!
Best wishes for a great stay,
Nan Covert
Babson Executive & Enterprise Education
[email protected]
+781.239.5330
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BABSON PARK, MA 02457-0310
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ABOUT BABSON COLLEGE
BABSON COLLEGE: #1 IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP
BABSON COLLEGE is the #1 institution in the world for entrepreneurship education, as recognized by
U.S. News & World Report (20 years consecutively), The Financial Times, and The Princeton Review.
We were the first institution to make a strategic commitment to entrepreneurship education and
currently have the largest dedicated faculty of entrepreneurship educators in the world.
Business leaders cannot predict the future in today’s increasingly uncertain world. To be successful,
they must create it. Babson is unique in its approach to developing global leaders through a focus on
Entrepreneurial Thought and Action®, a logic that balances an understanding of traditional business
disciplines with action and experimentation—a perfect method for succeeding amidst uncertainty.
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LOCATION
BABSON COLLEGE LOCATION
Babson College is located approximately 14 miles west of Boston in Wellesley, Massachusetts. A wellregarded suburb of Boston, it is best known as the home of both Wellesley College and Babson College.
According to Boston Magazine's yearly "Best Places to Live" issue, Wellesley ranks first in the United
States in percentage of adults who hold at least one college degree.
Boston is the capital of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts and the largest city in the New
England region. Studying in Boston will provide
you with an opportunity to experience one of
the oldest cities in the United States and a firsthand glimpse of American History. Many of the
most important events of the American
Revolution and the founding of this country
took place in or around Boston. Historical
monuments and museums can be found
throughout the City, in addition to a variety of
activities to suit every interest and taste.
Boston is considered a college city and has been a center of education and culture since 1636. With
over 100 colleges and universities located in the greater Boston area, the student population comes in
at about 250,000 people. Approximately 10% are international students!
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LOCATION
HOW TO GET TO BABSON COLLEGE
You will most likely fly into Boston Logan International Airport, unless you arrive in another city and
travel before coming to Babson. When arriving by taxi, you should advise the driver to go the Babson
Executive Conference Center: www.babson.edu/becc, which is building #33 on the campus map
(located at the end of this handbook).
From Logan Airport:

Take a taxi directly to Babson College. Allow at least an hour for the trip and expect it to cost
approximately $80, including tip.

Take the Logan Express to Framingham. This full-sized bus picks up passengers at all terminals.
Allow at least one hour for the trip. See the Logan Express website www.massport.com for
more information. Then, from Framingham, take a taxi to Babson College. Allow 30 minutes for
the trip.

Take the "T." Take the free shuttle bus from the terminal to the MBTA Airport subway stop.
Take the Blue Line inbound four stops to Government Center. Walk upstairs and take the Green
Line outbound Riverside D train to Riverside, the last stop on the D line. Allow about 90
minutes for the total trip. Then, from Riverside, take a taxi to Babson College.

Take a Peter Pan bus. Take a non-express Peter Pan bus from the terminal at Logan to the
Riverside MBTA terminal. Then, take a taxi to Babson. Please note: Express buses do not stop
at Riverside.
From the Amtrak Terminal at South Station:

Take the Framingham/Worcester Commuter rail to Wellesley Hills. From South Station, take
the Framingham/Worcester commuter rail to Wellesley Hills. Depending on the time of day,
regularly scheduled trains leave South Station at ½ to 2-hour intervals (Monday-Friday), and 1to 3-hour intervals (Saturday and Sunday). The trip takes approximately 30 minutes. Purchase
your ticket in the station. Then, call a taxi from Wellesley Hills.
Or:

Take the "T." From South Station, take the MBTA subway Red Line inbound two stops to Park
Street. Walk upstairs and take the Green Line outbound Riverside D train to Riverside, the last
stop on the D line. Allow an hour for the trip. Then, take a taxi from Riverside to Babson.
For complete information about Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
including maps, schedules, and fares, please visit www.mbta.com. An MBTA map is located
at the end of this document.
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LOCATION
If You Are Driving:
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From Boston:
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Interstate 90) to Exit 15. After the tolls, proceed south
on Interstate 95 (Route 128) to Exit 20B (Route 9 West). Continue on Route 9 West for
1.9 miles to Route 16 exit. Turn left onto Route 16 West (also known as Washington
Street). Follow Route 16 West for 0.6 mile to Forest Street. Turn left on Forest Street and
follow it for 1.2 miles to the main entrance to the College, which will be on your right.
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From western Massachusetts and points west:
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to Exit 14. Follow the previous instructions that begin
with, "After the tolls, proceed south..."

From south of Boston and Cape Cod:
Take Interstate 95 (Route 128) north to Exit 20B (Route 9 West) and follow previous
instructions that begin, "Continue on Route 9 West for 1.9 miles..."
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ABOUT THE BABSON EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE CENTER
You will be staying at the Babson Executive Conference Center www.babson.edu/becc conveniently
located on the Babson College campus.
Amenities Include:
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Attractive guest rooms with efficient work spaces, complimentary wireless Internet access, and
CD players.
Athletic facilities and access to leisure activities.
Three dining locations on campus that enable you to choose from elegant to casual fare and to
select an environment that suits your mood.
Meals:
You will receive a OneCard that has been preloaded for meals according to the agreement with your
institution. More details about the OneCards can be found on Blackboard and in your Welcome
Packet. All meals for the program are provided at Trim Dining Hall except for breakfast which is at
BECC and those provided for scheduled activities. OneCards can only be used for meals at Trim Dining
Hall. A range of alternative dining options is available on campus and a short distance off campus, but
these options are not included in your meal plan.
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ABOUT THE BABSON EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE CENTER
Dining Options:*
Trim Dining Hall
Monday through Friday
Saturday and Sunday
7:45am-7:00pm
11:30am-6:30pm
Olin Café
Monday through Thursday
Friday
Saturday
7:30am– 6:30pm
7:30am-2:00pm
Closed
Dunkin' Donuts
Monday through Friday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
7:30am-4:00pm
7:30am-2:00pm
Closed
Closed
*Dining hours are subject to change. Final summer 2013 dining schedule will be posted on Blackboard.
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GETTING AROUND
RESOURCES DURING YOUR STAY
Exploring the Suburbs:
Driving is the most common (and easiest) way to get around the areas outside of the city, including
the Wellesley area. If you rent a car, it is suggested that you request a GPS system.
Exploring Boston:
Walking and using public transportation are the best ways to explore the City of Boston because
driving and parking in Boston tends to be difficult and expensive. Boston is known as America’s Most
Walkable City and only a short stroll through the City’s neighborhoods will prove that point. From the
North End to the Back Bay, from Beacon Hill to the South End, and from Charlestown to the Financial
District, most of Boston‘s most interesting neighborhoods are connected by the Freedom Trail, a selfguided walking tour which brings Boston‘s history to life. Check out www.bostonusa.com for more
details.
TAXIS AND CAR SERVICES
Here is a list of some taxi services. Please note that taxis pick up passengers only in cities where they
have licenses and a 10-15% tip to the driver is standard. It is not appropriate to haggle with the driver
over the fare.
Veteran's Tax
Wellesley Transportation
Airport Direct
Boston Cab
Checker Cab
McCue’s Taxi Service
Yellow Car
Red Cab, Inc.
(781)449-8294
(781)235-2200
(781) 431-1000
(617) 536-6010
(617) 536-7000
(617) 924-0600
(617) 527-5555
(617) 734-5000
Available 24 hours/day
Available 5 a.m.-midnight
RENTING A CAR
Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Dollar, and Avis have online reservation systems with locations at Logan
Airport and many offices around Boston. Any Rate, with locations in Framingham and Milford, offers
daily or long term rentals and does not charge a surcharge if you are over 21.
Hertz
Budget
Enterprise
Dollar
Avis
Any Rate
www.hertz.com
www.budget.com
www.enterprise.com
www.dollar.com
www.avis.com
www.anyratecarrentals.com
(800) 654-3131
(800) 527-0700
(800) 736-8222
(800) 800-4000
(800) 831-2847
(508) 879-7411
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COMMUNICATION
CELL (MOBILE & WIRELESS) PHONE SERVICE
Cell phones in the U.S. work on different frequencies than in most other parts of the world; therefore,
even if you have a cell phone in your home country, it may not work here.
Tri-Band Phones & SIM Cards:
If you have a cell phone that is a tri-band phone (a GSM phone that supports three of the four major
GSM frequency bands, which work in most parts of the world) you will need to buy a new SIM card
from a U.S. cellular company. A SIM card is a removable card that stores a user’s service information
as well as personal contacts. It allows users to change phones by simply removing the SIM card from
one cell phone and replacing it with another.
Prepaid (to go) Plans:
A better option may be to get a Prepaid Plan, which is offered by most major companies and is also
available through electronic retail stores (Best Buy, Radio Shack). A Prepaid Plan means you have to
pay a fee (according to your rate-plan) a month in advance; however you may terminate the service
any time you like. The company charges your card automatically, on the same date every month,
unless you call to terminate your service. No subscription fee is required and you only pay the sum of
your rate-plan.
Skype:
With the free download from www.skype.com, you can talk to your family or friends who are also
online with no charge using your computer. You will need to install SKYPE, and set up a microphone
and headsets/speakers. You can also call from your computer to regular phones (including
international calls) with some fees. Other services include free online chat and free video calls (if you
have a webcam).
Internet:
All rooms on campus have free wireless internet access, which you can connect to from your laptop.
You can also access the internet from any one of the many computers on campus.
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OTHER RESOURCES
Bookstores:
Barnes & Noble – www.barnesandnoble.com
Babson Bookstore, Babson College
(781) 239-4375
OR
1 Worcester Road (Rt. 9), Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 628-5567
Wellesley Books - www.wellesleybooks.com
82 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 431-1160
Amazon.com – www.amazon.com
Online bookstore, used textbooks available.
Electronics & Computers:
Best Buy - www.bestbuy.com
1 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 872-2223
OR
401 Park Drive Boston (accessible by T, Green D line, Fenway)
(617) 424-7900
Apple Store - www.applestore.com
The Chestnut Hill Mall, 199 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 965-5806
OR
The Natick Collection, 1245 Worcester Road, Suite 3082, Natick, MA 01760
(508) 903-2800
Sears - www.sears.com
The Natick Collection, 1235 Worcester Road, Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-2823
Pharmacies & Drug Stores:
You can find these chain stores anywhere in the area. They sell daily necessities including pharmacy
products, cleaning/bathroom items, beauty products, snacks, and photo development services.
CVS Pharmacy – www.cvs.com
188 Linden Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-0219
OR
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OTHER RESOURCES
65 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 237-2520
OR
25 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 263-7234
Walgreens - www.walgreens.com
266 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 235-1464
Grocery & Food Stores:
If you require food or drug store supplies during your stay at Babson, Roche Bros. is a great
resource. It is located in a shopping plaza with a CVS Pharmacy and several great restaurants.
Roche Bros. - www.rochebros.com
184 Linden Street
Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 237-2115
Whole Foods Market - www.wholefoodsmarket.com
442 Washington Street
Wellesley, MA 02481
Trader Joe’s - www.traderjoes.com
958 Highland Avenue
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 449-6993
Household Items:
Kitchen, bath, and bedroom items are available at these specialty stores.
Bed Bath & Beyond - www.bedbathandbeyond.com
84 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01702
(508) 879-7182
OR
401 Park Drive
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 536-1090
(Accessible by T, Green D line-Fenway)
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OTHER RESOURCES
Target – www.target.com
400 Cochituate Road
Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 628-3136
Wal-Mart – www.walmart.com
121 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 872-6575
Restaurants in Wellesley:
There are many great restaurants right in Wellesley, from casual pizza options like California Pizza
Kitchen to high-end eateries like Blue Ginger. Peruse your choices by using the following link:
http://www.theswellesleyreport.com/where-to-chow/
Delivery Options:
Foodler – Offers a wide variety of food by cuisine delivered right to your door
www.foodler.com/MA/Wellesley.html
Express Gourmet - has been offering dine-in, food delivery and catering services to the Wellesley,
MA community for over 20 years
www.expressgourmetinc.com
Shopping Malls & Department Stores:
The Natick Collection – www.natickcollection.com
Features 130+ stores and four department stores Macy‘s, Sears, Lord & Taylor, JC Penney)
1245 Worcester Street
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-4800
The Chestnut Hill Mall - www.simon.com/mall/the-mall-at-chestnut-hill
Features 66 stores and a department store Bloomingdale‘s
199 Boylston Street
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 965-3037
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OTHER RESOURCES
Legacy Place - www.legacyplace.com
Features over 75 stores and restaurants (e.g. Apple, LL Bean’s, Whole Foods, and Legal Seafood) as
well as a movie theater and King’s Bowling.
680 Legacy Place
Dedham, MA 02026
781-329-3009
Cambridgeside Galleria - www.cambridgesidegalleria.com
Features 0+ stores, two department stores Macy‘s and Sears , and Best Buy.
100 Cambridgeside Place
Cambridge MA 02141
(617) 621-8666
Wrentham Village Outlet - www.premiumoutlets.com
Find impressive savings at Banana Republic, Barneys New York, Burberry, Coach, Elie Tahari, Hugo
Boss, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Salvatore
Ferragamo, Sony and more.
1 Premium Outlet Blvd.
Wrentham, MA 02093
(508) 384-0600
Experiences Near Boston:
Ziprider - www.ziprider.com
WILDCAT MOUNTAIN
Route 16 Pinkham Notch, NH
(888) SKI-WILD or (603) 466-3326
$20/person
Boston Harbor Sailing - www.bostonharborsailing.com
The Private Marina at Rowes Warf, Boston
(617)720-0049
Ranges from $125 for smaller boats to $521 for larger boats (see website for more details).
Note: You must submit a detailed sailing resume ahead of time for approval along with the boat type
you would like to rent and expected date by email. All boats rentals are available with an optional
damage waiver for 7% of rental price. Most weekend rentals cannot be confirmed until just a couple
days beforehand.
Boat Cruise or Private Yacht Charter - www.spiritofboston.com
(866) 310-2469
Special discount rate for a group of 20+
3 ships: the spirit of Boston, the odyssey and the seaport elite
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SAFETY ON CAMPUS
The Babson College Office of Public Safety provides law enforcement, security and emergency services
for all property owned by the College 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can visit or contact this
office at (781) 239-5555 or at extension 5555 from any campus phone. There are a number of wellmarked emergency phones around campus that can be used to report a criminal incident, a fire, or
any other type of emergency, or to request an escort from Public Safety. Public Safety dispatch is
staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Public Safety staff can also assist you in reporting offcampus incidents to local police departments.
In addition to the Public Safety staff and officers, members of the Campus Life staff, including 7
professional staff members, live on campus. You should feel free to discuss community concerns and
issues of security and safety with these staff members, who may then relay the information to the
Office of Public Safety when appropriate.
As is the case when travelling to any city or university campus, it is important to exercise caution off
and on campus, with your belongings as well as your personal safety. Do not leave your belongings
unattended and keep your room locked whenever you are away. Do not hesitate to contact the Office
of Public Safety for an escort if you need to walk across campus alone at night at 1-781-239-5555.
For more information about safety on campus, please read the following booklet published by the
Office of Public Safety: www.bostonpublicsafety.com
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
On Campus
Office of Public Safety: (781) 239-5555
**dial 5555 from any campus phone
Off Campus (general)
Police: 911
Ambulance: 911
Fire: 911
**Calling 911 is always free
Near Campus
Wellesley Police Dept.: (781) 235-1212
Needham Police Dept.: (781) 455-7570
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SAFETY IN THE UNITED STATES
Life in the U.S., especially in urban areas, is often perceived by people outside the U.S. as dangerous.
The international media plays a large role in generating such a perception by reporting violent
incidents, which actually occur very infrequently. While you should not live in fear during your time
in the U.S. and in Boston, you should remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings as well as
available emergency services and protocol (this is the most important thing to remember).
Emergency Numbers and dialing “9-1-1”:
If you are ever in an emergency situation, dial 911 from any telephone. The call is always free, even
from a payphone. A 911 call should be made with discretion. It is appropriate to call 911 when a crime
is in progress, when someone is seriously injured, or when there is a situation involving death or near
death. It is important not to use 911 for reporting a crime after the fact, such as an apartment or car
break-in.
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IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION
Insurance Requirements:
Massachusetts Qualifying Student Health Insurance Plan (QSHIP) is a law that requires all students to
show proof that they have health insurance coverage while they are attending a higher education
institution in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Students must have valid international health insurance that covers health problems in the US and
specifically in Massachusetts. Babson College is not responsible for any student without health
coverage. Students coming to Babson must make sure they have insurance valid in the US and be
familiar with how this insurance works. Please bring a copy of the procedure of how to use your health
insurance and coverage in case you need it.
Nearby Hospitals and Clinics:
Finding Doctors/Specialists
If you become ill or injured and require non-emergency medical attention while at Babson, we
recommend the following options. It is important to understand that up-front payment is typically
required for medical treatment in the US and International insurance coverage is often handled as a
reimbursement to the patient after the fact. Please note that visitors to Babson College cannot use
the campus health center.
CVS Minute Clinic – www.minuteclinic.com
188 Linden Street
Wellesley, MA, 02482
(781) 235-0219
Clinic Hours:
Mon – Fri 8am to 7pm
Sat 9am to 5:30pm
Sun 10am to 5:30pm
Practitioners take a daily required lunch break from approximately 1 to 2pm Mon – Fri and 1 to
1:30pm Sat – Sun
Newton-Wellesley Hospital – www.nwh.org
2014 Washington Street
Newton, MA 02462
(617) 243-6000 (main)
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IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION
Beth-Israel Deaconess Medical Center – www.bidmc.harvard.edu
330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
(617) 667-7000
(800) 667-5356 (physician search)
Brigham and Women’s Hospital – www.brighamandwomens.org
75 Francis Street
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 732-5500 (main)
(800) BWH-9999 (physician search)
Massachusetts General Hospital - www.massgeneral.org
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 726-2000 (main)
(800) 711-4644 (physician referral services)
Inn-House Doctor - www.inn-housedoctor.com
24-hour physician and dental service, including in-room examinations, diagnosis, and treatment.
Physician service within one hour.
(617) 859-1776
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
The legal drinking age in the United States is 21. It is important to be aware that, although alcohol
consumption might be more common in some countries, and it might be legal for you to drink
alcoholic beverages at home, police (both on and off campus) are very strict about enforcing U.S.
drinking laws. If you are over 21, it is also illegal to provide alcohol to minors (those under 21).
Babson College must also comply with state and federal laws regarding the use of nonprescription
drugs. The use, possession, sale, or distribution of drugs or drug paraphernalia is strictly prohibited
and could result in removal from housing, separation from the College, other sanctions as deemed
appropriate, and referral for criminal prosecution.
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CAMPUS MAP
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MBTA (“T”) MAP
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