What to do and where to do it: A guide from Mr Bouchard
The world abounds in beauty if you simply take the time to see.” – Mahatma Gandhi (Or Benito Mussolini…or Springsteen. Don’t remember; it’s one of those big guys.) My…
Humor & Satire
Eight Haikus of Freshman Year
I. “Roommates, Companions” Flutist with ferret, Point Guard who hates to shower I need a single. II. “The Gnawing Inside” Four classes, hunger Blue-haired guy ate last pizza More class,…
L’amore vs. La Mug: a JYAer experiences romance in Italy
Being abroad in Italy comes with a lot of expectations—it’s supposedly the country of good food, beautiful art, and romance. The expectations for romance at Vassar are usually much lower.…
Navigating the campus post office: believe in yourself <3
Making a visit to the post office is scary stuff for a number of reasons. I mean, there’s awkward human interaction, which lasts anywhere from 10 seconds to 5 minutes,…
Mr. Bouchard’s guide to superb class presentations
Hello my fellow Vassarions! Today’s guide has its origins in a request made by a loyal reader. I was pouring through your hundreds of fan letters these past few weeks,…
For your approval: a Vassar student’s resumé
Dear Sir or Madam, I am a current senior at Vassar College and I think that a job in your company would be an important next step for me.…
The Misc’s Bedside Astrologer
Aquarius (January 20-February 18): The stars predict a lot of good luck coming your way, Aquarius, assuming that you broaden your definition of “good” to include anything that isn’t scorpions…
Cappy on sabbatical: Around the world with eighty scarves
Vassar President Catherine “Cappy” Hill is on sabbatical and the finest reporters (hackers) of the Miscellany News have worked to uncover a complete compilation of her itinerary. In the month…
Creative Valentine’s Day ideas for the brave of heart
Lady Macbeth is a badass. While watching her make weird faces and do her best to break glass using only her voice during the Italian opera version of “Macbeth”, I…
A morning student’s stream (or lack) of consciousness
It’s very unclear to me right now why I willingly signed-up for a 9am Monday course. I mean, I’m fully aware that there are worse situations than this—I could be…