Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 6hCongratulations to all of our Undergraduate Research Summer Institute students on their amazing presentations! We can't wait to see what you all do next! (Photos by Salma Muhammad Al-Sheabani '28) 000
Reposted by VassarScott Solomon, PhD @scottsolomon.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Heading to Vassar College (@vassar.bsky.social) for a mini faculty residency this week. I’ll be giving a public presentation as well as seminars for both the biology & physics depts, visiting with a science & technology studies course, and conducting a workshop for faculty on science communication! 082
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 01/10/2026There is always something going on at The Preserve—this time it was two days of cutting down invasive vines that hinder forest growth, building trail boardwalks, and planting native vegetation with members of the Student Conservation Association! bit.ly/4xYZDJ5bit.lyAt The Preserve, a Day of Service Carries a Vassar Legacy ForwardVassar students joined the Student Conservation Association (SCA) to restore trails and habitat at The Preserve, honoring the victims of 9/11 while carrying forward the vision of SCA founder Elizabeth... 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 24/09/2026On Fridays we have ice cream—thanks to our chemistry majors and some liquid nitrogen! (Photo by Jayda Taylor '27) 011
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 24/09/2026With a double major in drama and math, Emma LaPlace ’20 continues to shine in both areas—most recently at Albertus Magnus College as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics and the creator and instructor of the college's first drama class. bit.ly/4630Y6f 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Those gorgeous Vassar nights... (Photo by Devan McCarthy '28) 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Vassar drama students enjoyed their trip to see the Erasing Borders Dance Festival in NYC! (Photo by Maria Shansonga '27) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 20/09/2026G'mar chatima tovah! Beginning tonight with a Kol Nidre service and continue into Monday with morning services, a Neilah, and a fast break. bit.ly/4xs1ohM 000
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 19/09/2026POV: you actually took advantage of the Saturday shuttles! (Photos by Neha Dhakal '27) 000
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 18/09/2026A trip for some seasonal lattes and pastries at the new Caffè Giulia! (Photos by Neha Dhakal '27) 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 18/09/2026How do animal flu viruses gain the ability to infect humans? Emily Bruce '07 received a $500K grant to study how certain influenza viruses can potentially cause pandemics. bit.ly/4rd1atm 011
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Noah Daube-Valois ‘28 talked to Boston 25 News about his advocacy to ensure nursing home residents are provided a monthly allowance for personal items. bit.ly/4xAdPIqboston25news.comMassachusetts advocates push to raise $72.80 monthly allowance for nursing home residentsAn effort on Beacon Hill is seeking to increase the amount of money that many nursing home and other long-term care residents in Massachusetts receive each month for personal expenses. 000
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Have you thought about taking a journey to another country to continue your Vassar education? You'll want to attend the Office of International Programs Study Abroad Fair from 11am-2pm this Friday in the Villard—where you can learn about the exciting possibilities for a semester (or more) abroad. 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Enjoying these last few summer sunsets... (Photo by Salma Muhammad Al-Sheabani '28) 040
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Bacios, games, and info at the First-Year Dinner for No Such Organization (NSO)! (Photo by Sawyer Young '30) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 15/09/2026With weather this nice, a study sesh in the TA quad is an absolute must! (Photo by Jayda Taylor '27) 021
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Our students are chronicling the lives of our immigrant neighbors and telling their stories—one at a time. (Photo by Karl Rabe) bit.ly/4xdatvs 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Anyone else see the gorgeous sunrise this morning? (Photo by Piper Moede '30) 040
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Sometimes we need a little push from a friend. (Photos by Maria Shansonga '27) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 14/09/2026We have a phenomenal year ahead of us—we welcome the class of 2030 and welcome back our sophomores, juniors, and seniors! 040
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Shana Tova! Join us today for Erev Rosh Hashanah Services with music followed by dinner, a morning service on Sept. 12, with lunch and Tashlich with Vassar Temple. bit.ly/4iWTbOI 021
Reposted by VassarDara Greenwood @daragreenwood.bsky.social · 08/09/2026"no Vassar bashing!" We claim Liza Powel O'Brien @vassar.bsky.social ! @teamcocopodcasts.bsky.social youtu.be/ZjWPkOHk_BM?...youtu.beMatt Groening (Full Episode) | Conan O'Brien Needs A FriendYouTube video by Team Coco 012
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Professor Amitava Kumar is a big fan of the new book by his former student, photographer Caleb Stein '17. Listen as he shares his celebratory thoughts about "Down By the Hudson." bit.ly/46i2amcamitavakumar.substack.comWaterCelebrating “Down by the Hudson” by photographer Caleb Stein 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Vassar's Greenhouse is amazing—if you haven't yet, stop by and say "hi!" 011
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Where can students get hands-on research experience as an undergraduate? Vassar's Undergraduate Summer Research Institute—which this year included 95 students working with 34 faculty members in 9 science disciplines. bit.ly/4iImhRNbit.lyFrom Black Holes to Large Language ModelsThis summer, a record 95 students worked with faculty members on 44 projects in 9 disciplines as part of the Undergraduate Research Summer Institute (URSI). 111
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Every summer Vassar students have ventured off campus to work for local organizations that make their communities better places to live. www.vassar.edu/news/posters-plays 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Convocation is all about beginnings—the start of the final year for our seniors and the introduction to the Vassar education for the class of 2030. Thank you to our Convocation speaker, Professor Mita Choudhury, for your words of wisdom! (Photo by Angelina Ruiz) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Chloe Benjamin '10, author of the best-selling, "The Immortalists," discusses her latest novel, "Under Story"—the Good Morning America Book Club September pick. bit.ly/4dg9HFTbit.ly'Under Story' by Chloe Benjamin is our 'GMA' Book Club pick for SeptemberThe bestselling author of "The Immortalists" returns with an epic story of love and scientific discovery. 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 31/08/2026It's a lovely first day of school! Wishing you a joyful year! 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 28/08/2026The weather cooperated, letting our first-year students enjoy learning about area businesses at the Arlington Amble! The evening included a stop at Alumnae House for some Vassar Devils! (Photos by Rachel Kang '29) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 27/08/2026We hope you all enjoyed the beauty of the lantern walk! (Photos by Rachel Kang '29) 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Lisa Kudrow ’85 was a guest on NPR’s Fresh Air, where she discussed the final season of her six-time Emmy-nominated show The Comeback and how she “fell in love with biology” as a student at Vassar.npr.orgLisa Kudrow : Fresh AirLisa Kudrow is up for two Emmys for the final season of The Comeback, about an actress who will endure almost anything to keep working. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about her character’s delusion and h... 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Another successful Move-in Day! Welcome class of 2030! #vassar2030 #vassarcollege 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Victoria Legrand ’03, vocalist and keyboardist of Beach House, spoke to Far Out Magazine about the 20th anniversary of her band’s debut album and what inspired her to make music. bit.ly/4bYPqV0bit.lyThe Hollywood lineage of Beach House's Victoria LegrandIt's often said that the Baltimore dream pop duo have a cinematic quality to their music, and it might be present in the DNA of their singer and keyboardist. 000
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 20/08/2026We're so excited to welcome our first-year international students to campus! #vassar2030 000
Reposted by VassarCurtis Dozier @curtisdozier.bsky.social · 18/08/2026I'm hosting a workshop in April at @vassar.bsky.social: attend seminars w/ contributors to the new Cambridge Companion to Classics & Race. Goal is to incorporate the volume's findings in teaching/research. Travel stipends for all & paid lodging/food. Apply now! classicalstudies.org/scs-news/cal... 083
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 17/08/2026We love it when Vassar alums find each other in the wild! Here's to children's book authors Rebecca Stead ‘89 and Torrey Maldonado '96 bumping into together at the Adirondack Family Book Festival. 030
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Welcome to our first group of class of 2030 students! Have a fantastic FLI orientation week! 020
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 12/08/2026What does a day in the life of a summer social media student look like? Ahnaf Ahmed '28 shares his day. 012
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Have you ever been to the Dutchess County Rail Trail? Join Ahnaf ’27 as he takes us on a bike tour of another place that makes Poughkeepsie so great! 011
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 03/08/2026In Bermuda for 5 weeks this summer, Professor Laura Haynes is working with students to collect and grow small plankton called foraminifera—or forams. Forams are a group of organisms that bridge together biology, geology, and chemistry: they also help to regulate carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. 010
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 29/07/2026We had to share this amazing story about Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage, founded by Susan Baur '61. nyti.ms/4pRN004nyti.msTaking Out the Trash: These Old Ladies Are Cleaning Up Cape Cod (Gift Article)The Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage estimate they’ve removed 6,000 pounds of refuse from ponds on Cape Cod. “There’s no better feeling,” one said. 032
Vassar @vassar.bsky.social · 28/07/2026Helping to make the world better, 23 Vassar students have taken part in Projects for Peace since its founding in 2007. The organization recently had a gathering at Vassar, "The Ecology of Peacebuilding." bit.ly/4vY7RQt 020