Convocation speakers reflect on memory, search for truth
On Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 3:30 p.m., the Vassar community gathered in the Chapel to usher in a new academic year. While students and faculty members filed in, Adjunct Artist…
Day: September 19, 2018
Missed Connection #0: Admin reflects on history of page
Navigating the college social scene can be confusing and frustrating for students, regardless of class year. We often find it difficult to express our true feelings or are too afraid…
A capella performers entice, embrace new members
On the evening of Sept. 12, Main Building’s Villard Room slowly filled with the humming excitement and contagious nervousness of first-years on the verge of tackling a new college experience.…
Women’s soccer picks up third straight win
“Tight-knit, hard-working, supportive.” These words, offered by first-years Emma Tanner and Madio Wallner and sophomore Emma Trasatti, define the culture of the women’s soccer team. That ethos was evident on…
New lifting coach impresses varsity athletes from day one
As Vassar’s varsity athletes prepare for another new year of competition, they are joined by more fresh faces than just incoming first-years. After a year of coaching changes and inconsistent…
Athlete Spotlight: Kyle McConaughey
Sport: Ultimate Frisbee Class year: 2019 Pronouns He/him/his Where do you call home? Chapel Hill, NC What’s your major? Cognitive Science What else do you do on campus? Other than…
When in Rome: Musings on Basilica, belief, Blazers
About a month ago, I was in Rome, officially initiating myself into a Vassar-elite lifestyle. A pre-multiculturalist perspective on history informs us that Rome is the birthplace of modern society.…
With seasons in full swing, a quick look at Vassar’s teams
Field hockey—The team is off to a fast start, the only blemish on their 5-1 record being a defeat to 6th-ranked Christopher Newport. The Brewers have outscored their opponents 11-0…
Student fellow role engenders unexpected growth, rewards
Most of us realize that helping others feels nice. Certainly this isn’t the first thing a philanthropist will tell you, but it’s still noteworthy. This week, while talking to my…
VHP to hold annual gala, unite community through art
On Sept. 28, 29 and 30, the Vassar Haiti Project (VHP) will host its 18th annual art sale in the College Center. Vassar, through VHP, has had a long-standing commitment…