Past Events
The 17th annual Steven Hirsch ’71 and Susan Hirsch Disability Awareness lecture features Rick Bryck, PhD, Senior Director for Landmark College Institute for Research and Training.
A tidbit from Vassar’s architectural history became the genesis for this artist’s exploration of digital technology, fitness and productivity culture, the merging of private with public spaces, and more.
The chief architects responsible for the restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris, Philippe Villeneuve and Pascal Prunet, will discuss the massive reconstruction project.
Take part in a fun night filled with challenging chemistry questions, competitive teams, and prizes! Registration required.
Ray Cook was a widely admired Professor of Dance who passed away earlier this year. Spoken tributes, photos, video, and a performance by current Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre dancers. Light reception to follow.
Miranda Waggoner of Rice University will discuss how gendered and exclusionary practices have resulted in the lack of a robust evidence base to inform reproductive care. Campus community only, please.
In this Claflin Lecture, art historian and author David J. Getsy will discuss the works of Scott Burton.
David Banks of SUNY Albany presents from his recent book, The City Authentic: How the Attention Economy Builds Urban America.
The construction of the Panama Canal is typically viewed as a marvel of American ingenuity. Less understood is the project’s dependence on the labor of Black migrant women.
Campus community only, please.
Neil Seldman of Zero Waste USA will speak on the need for Dutchess County to close its incinerator and create a plan for waste reduction.
This program resurrects the soundscape and musical culture of Dutch Manhattan circa 1660 for an exhilarating and unforgettable musical experience. Free and open to the public.
Eduardo Navega, conductor. Free and open to the public.
This is an in-person event that will also be streamed live
The Department of Dance, the Africana Studies Program, and the Office of the Dean of Faculty present a performance by the Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!). This is a free but ticketed event; reservations required.
Five new plays by Vassar seniors, presented at the Powerhouse Theater. This annual festival is dedicated to the extraordinary contributions of James B. Steerman, who retired as Professor Emeritus of Drama and Film in 2011.
Campus community only, please.
A discussion with Judith Weisenfeld, Princeton University and Ira Helderman, Vanderbilt University. Moderated by Christopher White, Professor and Chair of Religion at Vassar.
Come to meet professors and students of Vassar’s Medieval and Renaissance Studies, learn about the program, and eat pizza!
Campus community only, please.
Alison Matthews-David of Toronto Metropolitan University will give a talk that investigates the theme of crime and clothing as weapon, evidence, and disguise.
Campus community only, please.
A concert featuring pianist and Vassar Adjunct Artist in Music Thomas Sauer. Free and open to the public.
Vassar guitar faculty member Trevor Babb will be joined by Matt Sargent, Blair McMillan, Evan Runyon, and Taylor Long in a program of contemporary chamber music written or adapted for modern rock band instrumentation. Free and open to the public.
American director/cinematographer Ellen Kuras will speak about her groundbreaking and visionary work. Moderated by Mia Mask, Professor of Film on the Mary Riepma Ross Chair. Open to the public.