Vassar is responding to the existential crises of climate change and the destruction of nature by pursuing energy decarbonization, reducing the negative impacts of College operations, and preparing our students with the insight, skills, and confidence they need to lead the way to a sustainable and just future.
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Test blurb that will be provided by the Sustainability team. How do we restore our environment?
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Upcoming Events
A panel discussion about the past, present, and future of preserving and protecting Vassar flora with Alicia Contelmo, Greenhouse Manager & Science Support Technician; Reave Finkel '29; Sol Longoria '23, Vassar-Kenauk Conservation Fellow at The Preserve; Professor of Biology Margaret Ronsheim, and Professor of Biology Emeritus Mark Schlessman.
This event is free and open to the public.
This Arbor Day, come on over to the Library Lawn anytime between 12:00–3:00 p.m. to celebrate both our campus trees and the wonderful people in our community. The event will feature snacks and drinks, an opportunity to give a flower to someone special, ice cream with the groundskeepers, the planting of the Class of 2028 Tree, and much more!
This event is free and open to the public.
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