Vassar becomes historical backdrop for HBO mini-series
This past summer, HBO filmed its upcoming six part mini-series “I Know This Much Is True” on Vassar’s campus. Based on the book by Wally Lamb, the mini-series—set to be…
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EMS staff prepares for perennial Halloweekend chaos
Packed costume-clad crowds, a colder than anticipated night and excitement clouding the air are all staples of Halloweekend—one of the most anticipated celebrations to take place on Vassar’s campus. Students…
Lawsuit threatens work visas
A recent lawsuit threatens to eliminate or substantially cut the Optional Practical Training (OPT), an arrangement under which international students studying in the United States on F-1 visas can remain…
College investments fund ongoing climate crisis
Over the past two weeks, Vassar has hosted both a climate strike and a community tree planting day to fight climate change. Although these events were led by students, the…
Elite consulting firm comes to Vassar
The room teemed with black blazers, sweaty palms and briefcases in hands of rushing, fervent Vassar students, anxiously waiting on the chance to meet with the alumnae/i of McKinsey &…
New security guard union contract promises raised wages
“It’s only fair that a College with an endowment over $1 billion and an annual tuition over $50,000 give its guards a raise.” Vassar security guard of 20 years and…
New Late Night hours balance work, life for employees
Late Night, a place where students sit sparingly in the cafeteria and enjoy warm mozzarella sticks, has become a popular hangout spot. According to Resident District Manager of Vassar’s dining…
Economics professors weigh in on wealth tax
Stump speeches for the 2020 Democratic primary already include some ambitious economic goals for the next presidency: free public university, medicare for all, complete student loan forgiveness, and maybe even…
Planned Parenthood, state officials address Title X gag rule
Many college students are aware of Title IX, but few are aware of Title X, which ensures that low-income and underinsured people have accessible and affordable reproductive health care and…
Vassar hosts community Easter, Passover celebrations
This past week, the Jewish and Christian communities on campus observed Passover and Easter, both of which are major holidays in each respective religion. In celebration, Vassar’s Office of Religious…