The Miscellany News Guide to: Valentine’s Day Magic
I could write an article about the Super Bowl. Because, you know, it’s “topical” and whatnot. But Lily “Washington State” Doyle is borderline apoplectic about her team’s big win, so…
Day: February 5, 2014
C’mon, Joanne Kathleen, no takebacksies: An open letter
Dear Joanne Kathleen Rowling, Joanie. Honey. Darling. I love and respect you (we all do), but these waves of “revelations” about the Harry Potter series need to end now, before…
I have strong negative feelings towards Oklahoma, and other Super Bowl commentary
11:00 a.m.: I wake up and am immediately greeted by 15 texts asking me if I am “excited” for today. I am extremely confused. 11:01 a.m.: I realize that today…
Elizabeth Daniels leaves legacy
On Tuesday, Jan. 28, Vassar lost a valuable member of its community. College Historian Emerita and Professor Emerita of English, Elizabeth “Betty” Daniels ’41, passed away at the age of…
From 1914 to 2014: a century with Vassar’s weekly paper
Though we proudly put the words “Since 1866” on the cover of every Misc we print, today still marks the 100th anniversary of an important beginning in our paper’s history.…
Impending inspection highlights fire hazards
Incense. Hot plates. Propane tanks. Fireworks. It shouldn’t surprise anyone to learn that these items are prohibited in Vassar dwellings. The category of fire hazard, however, is broader than what…
Alum composes for multimedia
For most gamers, a video game is about reaching a new high score or beating a personal record. Jamie Christopherson ’97 is also preoccupied with score—but for him, this means…
Record fails to reflect men’s volleyball skills
Sometimes, a team’s record can be misleading. To call the Vassar College men’s volleyball 1-3 start to the season a disappointment would not be fair. After taking No. 4 ranked…
College must address lack of ELL resources
Vassar College prides itself on the liberal arts education it offers its students; an important aspect of this education is developing and refining writing skills. This importance is emphasized during…
Toastmasters club sharpens public speaking prowess
To the student nervously prepping for a thesis presentation, to the student whose eyes sink to the ground when the professor asks a question, Vassar offers a new speech training…