New York congressional races to watch this election season
After a “blue wave” in 2018, Republicans are seeking to regain control of the House. Seven of New York’s 27 Congressional districts are considered competitive, including the 18th and 19th…
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Smythe v. Serino: NY’s 41st Senate district candidates on the issues
This November, local businesswoman Karen Smythe will face GOP State Senator Sue Serino in what will be her second attempt to flip District 41—the traditionally conservative stronghold in which Poughkeepsie…
Democratic newcomer Jessica Segal challenges Peter Forman for Dutchess County Court Judge
As an up and coming female prosecutor, Jessica Segal knew she had to be the most prepared person in the room. Now, after 20 years as a prosecutor, civil litigator…
‘We’re on the front lines’: Gordon Commons workers feed campus amid the pandemic
The first weeks of the pandemic were terrifying for Isatu Rashid. The Gordon Commons Chef Helper and other dining staff returned to work after spring break to feed remaining on-campus…
With Vassar students in bubble, local businesses suffer losses
Approximately 2,100 Vassar students arrived at a newly formed campus “bubble” this past August. Due to the stipulation that students cannot leave campus for the duration of the semester, local…
From Vassar’s halls to NYS politics: An interview with Karen Smythe ’82
In many regards, Karen Smythe ’82 was the quintessential Vassar student. She fondly recounts her time serving as the soccer team’s five-foot-three goalie, singing with the Night Owls and practicing…
Vassar EMS temporarily sidelined due to pandemic
Serving as the Vassar College Emergency Medical Services (VCEMS) Co-Captain is not a responsibility Ellie Janitz ’21 takes lightly. She has put hundreds of hours into VCEMS, and amid a…
A campus’ backbone: custodial staff maintain success of fall semester
Every weekday, Shanna Treasure walks from her Town of Poughkeepsie home to her job as a Vassar custodial worker. While students, faculty and administrators sheltered in place after spring break…
Loneliness, disconnect plague Class of 2024’s first-year experience
Amid hybrid classes, social distancing guidelines, remote learning and many other changes to campus life, the Vassar College Class of 2024 is having a different first-year experience than they may…
Remote faculty face trials, discover silver linings while navigating online teaching
This past summer, Vassar students and faculty alike considered how the COVID-19 pandemic would affect teaching in the fall semester. While students faced the difficult decision to either return to…