Making the Best out of Waste
Anyone who enters the traffic jam that is the Gordon Common’s (known colloquially as the Deece’s) dishroom can attest to the anxiety caused not only by the jostling of 15…
Day: December 8, 2021
FlyPeople Fall Showcase: The Spirited Revival of In-Person Performances
They had been practicing for weeks. From the moment they returned to campus from Thanksgiving break, to the day of their fall showcase, the members of the student-run dance group…
A reflection on this past semester
I think we can all agree that these past couple of weeks have been a “tad” stressful. Yet, this semester is quickly approaching its end, which means it is time…
Taking a Bite out of the Big Apple: Eating out in NYC
A visit to New York can seem overwhelming at first. You’re immediately greeted by a sea of bumbling tourists, sirens, scaffolding, filthy slices of sidewalk pizza and swarms of rats.…
Response to SJP’s Recent Statement
[Disclaimer: The writer of this Letter to the Editor is a fellow for CAMERA (Committee For Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis).] Dear Vassar Community, Recently, on Dec. 2,…
America’s numbness to gun violence signifies need for change
[TW: This article discusses gun violence and school shootings.] On Nov. 30, 2021, a 15-year-old high school sophomore killed four students and wounded several others in a mass shooting at…
What’s happening to Noyes? And other terrifying explorations
Well, dear readers, it appears we must regrettably meet again. Another terrible mystery has arisen on our lovely campus, and I, for one, cannot let it go unnoticed. They––and I…
A Flower’s Grievance
Remove your schnoz! This just won’t do! How would you feel If I sniffed you?! – Anna Kozloski
Rugby takes home national title
When I wrote about the Vassar women’s rugby team earlier this semester, I described them as “dominant” (The Miscellany News, 2021). About a month later, it’s clear that characterization was…
Winter Music Recommendations
As signaled by falling snow on campus and the commencement of December, winter’s frigid atmosphere feels more present with each day. Although holiday tunes are common during this time, they…