Vassar celebrated the dedication of The Dede Thompson Bartlett Center for Admission and Career Education on March 28, hailing the state-of-the-art building as a symbol of Vassar’s commitment to its students from admission to graduation and beyond.
Throughout the year–and especially during Women’s History Month–Vassar honors the achievements of women alums and faculty members who have made a difference in the world.
A recent Signature Program at The Vassar Institute for the Liberal Arts delved into a local treasure trove of information on major events and everyday life.
Vassar hosted a three-day conference at the Vassar Institute for the Liberal Arts celebrating the work of women independent filmmakers, some of whom championed social justice causes for more than 50 years.
Sarah Josepha Hale—a woman most have never heard of—had a significant impact on shaping the school as an early advisor to founder Matthew Vassar. Some also credit her for helping to make Thanksgiving a national holiday.
Vassar’s Dean of Faculty announced that 11 members of the Vassar faculty in 10 academic disciplines have been granted tenure this year. Get acquainted with these scholars.