This is Vassar: The newsletter for Vassar College Alumnae/i and Families

In Speech to Students, U.S. Attorney General Encourages Public Service

During his lecture “On Public Service and the Common Good” on April 22, Attorney General of the United States Eric P. Holder Jr. shared with Vassar students the rewards that have come from his own public service and told them that to do more for those less fortunate is not only an opportunity; it is their “obligation.” Read More …

Award-winning actress Lisa Kudrow ’85 to Deliver 2010 Commencement Address

Lisa Kudrow ’85, award-winning actress and a member of the college’s Board of Trustees since 2004, will deliver the address during the 146th Vassar College Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 23. Read More …

Environmentalist Elizabeth Putnam '55 to Receive Spirit of Vassar Award

AAVC and Vassar College will honor Elizabeth Titus Cushman Putnam '55 with its Spirit of Vassar award on June 5, during Reunion weekend. The award is given annually to an individual or group whose volunteer efforts exemplify an enduring spirit of community and caring. Read More …

“Peanut Butter Guy” Lee Zalben ’95 Speaks at Convocation

Excitement, anticipation, and some 700 members of the Vassar community filled the Chapel on Wednesday, April 28 for Spring Convocation. Read More …

May 2010


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