At its annual awards celebration, Vassar’s Office for Community-Engaged Learning recognized students whose work in public health, mentorship, food access, and social justice reflects a deep commitment to building stronger, more equitable communities.
During a year-end celebration of scholarship at Vassar, faculty and administrators highlighted books, grants, and community initiatives spanning environmental science, youth sports, accessibility, local history, and more.
Vassar’s 222-acre forest corridor has been inducted into the Old-Growth Forest Network, recognizing the College’s long-term commitment to conservation, ecological education, and preserving natural spaces that serve both the campus and the wider community.