Welcome
Your Second Monthly Video Update
Watch Vassar Student Association Vice President for Academics Stephanie Damon-Moore deliver the VSA's second monthly video update. Each month, a member of the Executive Board will deliver a brief video address about their recent projects.
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Learn about the college's financial situation
Like its peer institutions, Vassar is not immune to the global recession. Check out this new Web site about Vassar & the economy to learn more about the ways in which the College is responding to the crisis.
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Explore the Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley is a national treasure — unsurpassed natural beauty, quaint villages, world-class rock climbing and hiking, and major art destinations. Designated a National Heritage Area by Congress in 1966, the valley has more major historic sites per square mile than any other area in the U.S.
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VSA News
About the VSA
Mission Statement
The VSA shall serve, represent, and promote the interests and welfare of the students of Vassar College. It shall encourage student representation and involvement in college decision-making and shall strive to enhance the quality of life and education for the students of Vassar College. It shall represent the opinions of the student body, serving as a communications conduit to the Faculty, Administration, Trustees, Alumnae/i, the local community and beyond. The VSA shall also sponsor, support, and be responsible for student organizations.Meet the Executive Board
This Week's Agenda
Frequently Asked Questions about going to Council »Council
Download agendas and minutes from VSA Council meetings in PDF format.
Committees
Students serve on VSA Council, Student, and Joint committees that discuss various issues dealing with campus, student, and academic life.
Organizations
Get involved! The VSA has over a hundred clubs and organizations that cover a large range of different interests.
Today at Vassar
- Rocky Horror Picture Show
11:30PM to 2:30AM - Sanders Classroom 212-Spitzer Auditorium - Noyes and Cushing Movie Night
10:00PM to 2:00AM - Students' Building 2nd Floor MPR - TONCA Middle School Mug Night
10:00PM to 2:00AM - College Center Mug - Vassar College Women's Chorus. Christine R. Howlett, conductor.
8:00PM to 9:30PM - Skinner Hall Mary Anna Fox Martel Recital Hall - Unbound Show
8:00PM to 10:00PM - Susan Stein Shiva Theater Susan Stein Shiva Theater - "Clue"
8:00PM to 12:00AM - Main Building Main Building Lobby - ViCE Film League
7:00PM to 11:00PM - Blodgett Hall Aud-Nora Ann Wallace 73 Auditorium - Dr. Robert Stearns Memorial Service
3:00PM to 5:00PM - Chapel Main Chapel - M&W Squash vs. Haverford College
2:00PM to 4:30PM - Kenyon Hall Squash Court 3 - M & W Squash vs. Haverford College
2:00PM to 4:30PM - Kenyon Hall Squash Court 2 - M & W Squash vs. Haverford College
2:00PM to 4:30PM - Kenyon Hall Squash Court 4 - M & W Squash vs. Haverford College
2:00PM to 4:30PM - Kenyon Hall Squash Court 5 - M & W Squash vs.Haverford College
2:00PM to 5:30PM - Kenyon Hall Squash Court 1 - Vassar Jewish Union Bagel Brunch
12:00PM to 1:00PM - The Bayit Multipurpose Room - Fair Trade Bazaar
11:00AM to 5:00PM - Ely Hall AULA
Building Hours
LIBRARY
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
BOOKSTORE
Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday: Closed
ATHLETIC & FITNESS CENTER
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 am - 11:00 pmFriday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
ACDC
Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 8:30pmSaturday - Sunday: 9:00am - 8:00pm
RETREAT
Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 11:00 pmSaturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
POST OFFICE
Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 4:30 pmSaturday: 9:00 am - 11:45 am
Sunday: Closed
Poughkeepsie
SHUTTLE
Vassar offers a free shuttle bus service into Poughkeepsie, operated by the Leprechaun Lines company.More Information »
NEIGHBORS
Poughkeepsie, the Arlington neighborhood, and Dutchess County are home to Vassar College. This is where our students spend four significant years of their lives. It's where our neighbors and employees live, work, raise families, and serve the community.More Information »
FIELD WORK
Offered by most departments for academic credit, field work enables students to examine the way the theories and the practical experiences of a particular discipline interact. It provides opportunities for observation and participation which are not ordinarily available in classwork. Depending on their academic interests, students undertake internships in a variety of organizations and agencies in the local community and other places.More Information »
Exploring the Hudson Valley: A Local Guide
Meet the VSA Council