Vassar community reflects on one year of pandemic
On March 7, 2020, Vassar College shut its doors for spring break, expecting students to return two weeks later. But, on March 23, Vassar students and professors logged onto Zoom…
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Dutchess County officials respond to misreported nursing home deaths?
In the past month, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has found himself embroiled in controversy after evidence emerged that he allegedly misreported nursing home deaths across New York state. As…
Green2Go program introduces more sustainable dining
Although the takeout system Vassar used to date has been safe and accessible, the single use containers create an excess of plastic waste. Introduced for the Spring 2021 semester, the…
Plans for youth opportunity center move forward with new funding compromise
Since its doors closed amid the recession in 2009, the absence of the Montgomery Street YMCA has left a gaping void in the Poughkeepsie community. The recreation center had served…
Marist College designated as COVID-19 pop-up vaccination site, will Vassar follow suit?
During a virtual town hall on March 3, Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro announced Marist College’s designation as a short-term COVID-19 vaccination site in an effort to increase vaccine distribution…
Podding provides students with social connection on campus
College during COVID-19 has been an isolating experience for students as they crave social interaction. To address their struggling mental health and loneliness the College has expanded its podding program…
Vassar Athletics, Liberty League announce spring plans
Additional reporting for this article done by News Editors Annabelle Wang and Lucy Brewster. Making good on her promise to deliver a decision on spring sports around March 1, President…
Previously remote students face challenges returning to on-campus life
Nearly half of the fall semester’s 379 remote students opted to return to campus this spring. These students face unique challenges acclimating to the countless ways COVID-19 has transformed campus…
One year into the pandemic, online learning burns out students
Since last spring, many students have been experiencing highly stressful personal situations coupled with exceptional academic uncertainty. The online learning model was once considered a temporary fix in the face…
Students’ package delivery woes persist into the spring
Among the many challenges of life on campus with COVID-19 restrictions, package delays have been an ongoing issue for students who rely on shipping for necessities. The delays persist following…