President Hill Addresses Actions in Support of Vassar's Community
A number of important concerns relating to race, class, anti-Semitism, and sexual assault have been raised in recent months, and tensions stemming from differing viewpoints about the Middle East linger. President Catharine Hill recently outlined steps to address these concerns on campus and promised that the college's ongoing efforts to build an equitable and supportive community will be a “priority as we move into the next semester and beyond.” Read her December 10 letter. Read More …
Berlin: Vassar Travel Beyond the Wall
On the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, travel writer Bobbie Leigh ’55 writes about a Vassar Travel Program tour of Berlin that contrasted a vibrant, modern-day city with its weighty past. Read More …
Virtual Reality
A film major, a neuroscience major, three computer science majors, and a cognitive science major put their heads together to create a platform for streaming 360° virtual reality videos. They see value not only for the gaming industry but for education and fundraising, too. Read More …
Earth Science and the Media
“Hot Topics in Earth Science and the Media,” a freshman writing seminar, explores issues such as climate change and fracking and teaches students how to dig for the science behind them and how to critically analyze the arguments presented in the media. Read More …
