New Major in Environmental Studies
A new major program in environmental studies will commence at Vassar this fall. The program is both multidisciplinary-the 39 participating faculty...
Summer 2000 Volume 96 Issue 3
vassar today
Blowin' in the Wind
Harry Roseman, associate professor of art, has been spending a lot of time making curtains lately. But he isn't redecorating his living room...
A History of Distinction
For the second time, a book by James Merrell, Lucy Maynard Salmon Professor of History, has been given the highest honor for a work published in American history.
Art for Bakers, and Other Notions at the Loeb Center
Jamar Sylvester, a second grader at Poughkeepsie’s Warring Elementary School, plunged his arm into a paper bag and told his classmates that he felt something “furry” inside...
How to Get to Law School or Medical School or Win a Fellowship
According to statistics, the vast majority of Vassar students and graduates who apply to medical or law school are accepted. The office of the dean of the college, faculty pre-professional advising committees, and the personal commitment of Susan Davis, assistant to the dean of the college and director of the office of fellowships and pre-professional advising, help ensure that success...
Vassar Sports
Academic and Other Athletic Honors; Richey Named to All-Century Lacrosse Team; Season Stats
So Much to Do
April may be the busiest month of the year on the Vassar campus. Lectures, conferences, exhibits, readings, plays, and concerts crowd the schedule. Here is a small sampling from this year’s April calendar.
Teaching Healthy Behavior
Wanting to better coordinate and expand its education efforts with students regarding alcohol, drug, and other health issues, Vassar College in December named William Kernan to the new post of health educator.