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Students all ears for ‘Baby Driver’
In the era of Netflix and Hulu, the idea of leaving the comfort of home and watching a movie with a room full of strangers can feel daunting and unnecessary.…
‘Freehand’ exhibit raises questions about self-taught art
[Correction (Saturday, Feb. 9): A previous version of this article stated that Lombino referred to Walker and her art as “primitive.” In fact, Lombino called neither the artist nor her…
Nostalgic showtunes delight, cabaret engages audience
Cabaret is a unique style of entertainment in which performers interact more heavily with their material than a performer might in a typical concert. A technique called “patter” breaks up…
With new album, Blake ‘assume(s) form’ of versatile artist
One of my favorite games to play throughout high school was called “Listen To James Blake and Dissociate.” I still play this game, but it’s usually with other artists. However,…
Debut album highlights Maggie Rogers’ relatability
It’s every college student’s dream: attend a networking opportunity on campus, meet an icon in your field of interest and impress them so much that they snap you up into…
Van Jones to speak at Commencement
Social advocacy, political awareness and activism thread students of Vassar’s Class of 2019 together, connecting them and characterizing their time at Vassar as they prepare for life outside of its…
‘Flip Side’ exhibit unites Vassar affiliates through artwork
For those who are not professional artists, the busyness of everyday life often leaves little time for creative endeavors. The Palmer Gallery’s second Flip Side exhibition, which commenced with an…
Double-booked dorm rooms render returners nomadic
Alex Azuelos ’20 saw the warning signs right away when he went to retrieve his key to Raymond 518 from the Residential Operations Center. He related, “I told the guy…
Institution critiques Title IX
In late December, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos sent a 161-page document to every college and university that receives federal funding. The document contains the Department of Education’s proposed changes to…