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Vassar, the Alumnae/i Quarterly
Winter 2007 Volume 104 Issue 1

Home Economics: Darys Estrella Mordan '92 Shaping Her Country's Financial Future

When Darys Estrella Mordan ’92 left Santo Domingo at age 17 and came to the United States, she planned to return home within a few years and pursue something more than the traditional path expected of most young women in the Dominican Republic—getting a degree, then marrying and supporting a husband’s career.

Buried Treasures at Vassar

Vassar holds an impressive collection of important books, papers, and manuscripts in the Thompson Library and Special Collections, including a copy of The Declaration of Independence and materials from historic figures like Albert Einstein.

Changing Colors: The Rose and Gray is Going Green

Moments before they were announced as graduates of Vassar College, the class of 2007 made a declaration. Speaking with one loud, united voice, the class announced that the age of a greener Vassar is quickly approaching.
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        When Darys Estrella Mordan ’92 left Santo Domingo at age 17 and came to the United States, she planned to return home within a few years and pursue something more than the traditional path expected of most young women in the Dominican Republic—getting a degree, then marrying and supporting a husband’s career.
      • Buried Treasures at Vassar
        Vassar holds an impressive collection of important books, papers, and manuscripts in the Thompson Library and Special Collections, including a copy of The Declaration of Independence and materials from historic figures like Albert Einstein.
      • Changing Colors: The Rose and Gray is Going Green
        Moments before they were announced as graduates of Vassar College, the class of 2007 made a declaration. Speaking with one loud, united voice, the class announced that the age of a greener Vassar is quickly approaching.

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