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MiscNotes | A beginner's guide to Vassar's history

A timeline of the history of the College

Sesquicentennial. It’s not a word that gets bandied about too often, but get ready to hear it virtually on a daily basis. Get ready for Vassar's 150th before arriving by picking up some of the basics of Vassar’s history with this timeline of main events, Vassar characters, and exciting trivia. Full story

Meet the senior officers

An introduction to the leaders of Vassar's administration

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the eight senior officers are the top administrators of the College, each leading a certain administrative division. The senior officers chair many of the key committees, on which student representatives sit, and work closely with the Vassar Student Association (VSA) Executive Board.

Meet your new home

Learn the ins, the outs, and the oddities of your house

While all of Vassar’s houses do share the same basic essentials—one kitchen, laundry room, computer cluster, multi-purpose room (MPR), television and, of course, one Steinway piano—each dorm has its own personality and distinct characteristics. 1 comment

Vassar Dictionary

Your guide to acronyms, nicknames and life on campus—word by word

Wonder what UpCDC is? Or how about where Shipping and Receiving is? Or, better yet, why all the seniors demanding that you sing for them? Read the Miscellany News Vassar Dictionary and learn the lay of the land. 5 comments

A guide to reading your course schedule

Though you will undoubtedly become a pro within a week of starting classes, at first glance your course schedule may seem like it’s written in a strange language. Here are the basics of your schedule, which you can find in the Student and Financial Aid section of the AskBanner website.

The Philaletheis Society is the oldest theatrical organization at the College.

Need something to do after class? Take your pick!

The Miscellany News Guide to student organizations

Vassar College has over 125 VSA-certified organizations offering students opportunities to explore any interest at any level. Whatever you are interested in—be it singing, finance, debate, writing, photography, activism, juggling, politics or the outdoors—chances are that Vassar has an organization for you. 1 comment

The sporting life: athletics at Vassar

Whether you are looking to play or to cheer them on, see how you can support the Brewers

Athletics have become a fundamental aspect of College life for Vassar students; with 25 varsity teams, a series of club teams and various recreational activities offered throughout the year, Vassar students can find plenty opportunities to be up and active around campus.

The year ahead | A look at 2010-2011

Vassar’s sesquicentennial celebration will commence on Jan. 18, 2011. The Miscellany News suggests you prepare yourself. While the College gets ready for the commemoration of its 150th anniversary and the chance to look forward to the next 150 years, the repercussions of the recent economic turmoil continue to affect its decisions.

Year in review | A look back at 2009-2010

Catch up on all the top stories from last year

Vassar began the 2009-2010 academic year still picking up the pieces from the economic collapse. With its endowment over $200 million lighter than in 2008, it was clear that the Vassar community was not finished making sacrifices.

Meet the Vassar Student Association

An introduction to the VSA Executive Board

The Vassar Student Association (VSA) Executive Board represents every Vassar student. The Board consists of the President and five vice presidents, each charged with working towards improvements of a specific area of the College.

Know your Bylaws from your Constitution

A guide to the VSA and the VSA Council

Unless you spend a lot of time with the Vassar Student Association (VSA), the inner workings of the Council can sometimes seem a little inaccessible. However, while there are 24 members of the Council, all Vassar students are members of the VSA and all VSA Council meetings are open to all students.