Student SHandbook

Vas sar College 2004/05 Published for the Vassar Student Association by Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York August 2004

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Handbook

2004/05

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Religious Holy Days for 2004/05 Although Vassar College has no religious affiliation, it respects the observance of religious holy days by members of the college community. The Committee on Curricular Policies, through its subcommittee on the calendar, has identified the following religious holy days as being of particular significance to members of the Vassar College student body and faculty: *Rosh Hashanah September 16-17, 2004 *Yom Kippur September 24-25, 2004 Lunar New Year February 9, 2005 Ash Wednesday February 9, 2005 Good Friday March 25, 2005 *Passover April 23-May 1, 2005 (first 2 days)

*Observance begins at sundown the previous evening. Members of the faculty have been asked to plan their courses so that examina- tions and major assignments will not fall due on holy days. Students should be told at the beginning of each term that although classes may be conducted on these days, absence for reasons of religious observance will not be penalized. However, students who intend to be absent in order to observe the holy day are expected to notify their instructors in advance of their absence and to arrange to make up any work missed. Instructors who elect not to teach on any holy day are free to plan their assignments and make up meetings with their classes as they wish, but they should notify their students of their plans at the beginning of the term.

Nondiscriminatory Policies Vassar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, or disability: in the admission of students to the college; in any of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the college; in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other programs administered by the college; or in the employment practices of the college. Inquiries concerning the application of this policy prescribed by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Internal Revenue Service, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 may be directed to the Director of Affirmative Action, who has been named by the college to coordinate its efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, Section 504, and the ADA.

Academic and non-academic policies and procedures, as well as specific academic and non-academic events, are subject to periodic review and revision. Such changes may apply to matriculated students. Procedures for their implementation are published at appropriate times and in appropriate places. 3

Vassar College Calendar 2004/05 First Semester 2004/05 August 6 Friday Last day for payment of first semester fees. 23 Monday Residence houses open at 9:00 a.m. for new students only. All new students arrive before 2:00 p.m. for beginning of orientation week. First board meal is lunch. 28 Saturday Residence houses open at 9:00 a.m. for all other students. 30 Monday Classes Begin. Registration of special students. September 1 Wednesday Fall Convocation at 3:30 p.m. 10 Friday Add period ends. October 2-3 Saturday- Freshmen Parents Weekend. Sunday 8 Friday Drop period ends. 15 Friday- October break begins at 5:00 p.m. 24 Sunday October break ends at midnight. November 8-19 Monday- Preregistration for Spring 2005. Friday 24-28 Wednesday- Thanksgiving recess begins at 5:00 p.m. Sunday Thanksgiving recess ends at midnight. December 7 Tuesday First semester classes end. 8-12 Wednesday- Study period. Sunday 13-17 Monday- First semester examinations. Friday 18 Saturday Residence houses close at 9:00 a.m. Last board meal is breakfast. Second Semester 2004/05 January 3 Monday Last day for payment of second semester fees. 15 Saturday Residence houses open at 9:00 a.m. New students arrive. First board meal is lunch. 19 Wednesday Second semester classes begin. Registration of special students. February 1 Tuesday Add period ends. 23 Wednesday All College Day (classes will be held). March 4 Friday Drop period ends. 4 Friday Spring vacation begins at 5:00 p.m. 5 Saturday Residence houses close at 9:00 a.m. Last board meal is breakfast. 20 Sunday Spring vacation ends at midnight. Residence houses open at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday (19th). First board meal is lunch on Saturday, March 19. April 8-10 Friday- All Parents Weekend Sunday 4-15 Monday- Preregistration for Fall, 2005. Friday 27 Wednesday Spring Convocation at 3:30 p.m. May 3 Tuesday Second semester classes end. 4-10 Wednesday- Study period. Tuesday 11-17 Wednesday- Second semester examinations. Tuesday 18 Wednesday Residence houses close at 9:00 a.m. (except seniors). 22 Sunday 141st Commencement. Residence houses close at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 23 (for seniors). June 3-5 Friday- Vassar College Reunions. Sunday Note: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday there is an uneven distribution of class days during the fall term. Therefore, the final Monday and Tuesday of the fall term will be treated, for teaching purposes, as a Friday and a Thursday, as noted below: Monday, December 6 = Friday Tuesday, December 7 = Thursday 4 5

Contents

Page Vassar Student Association ...... 6 Directory of Student Officers ...... 6 VSA Organizations ...... 8 Help and Where to Find It ...... 26

General Information ...... 31 Art Center ...... 31 Copy Center ...... 31 Hours ...... 31 Security ...... 32 Warning on Drug Use ...... 34 Sports and Athletics ...... 34 Traditions ...... 36 Off Campus Food and Drink ...... 38 Transportation ...... 42

Administrative Organization Chart ...... 44 Senior Officers of the College ...... 45 Directory of College Offices and Services ...... 46 College Offices ...... 47

Regulations ...... 71 Index ...... 118 6

Vassar Student Association The Vassar Student Association works to meet the needs of the student body and to voice those concerns to the administration, faculty and Board of Trustees. The VSA is composed of executive board and a representative council. The VSA Council is the legislative body of Vassar’s student government. The Council consists of the Executive Board, which includes the President, Vice President, Academic Executive, Secretary, and Treasurer; the presidents of each residence hall, town houses, terrace apartments, town students; and each of the four academic classes. Council meetings are held weekly and are open to the public. Information regarding the meetings is posted in the lobby of each dorm and on the VSA Bulletin Board in the College Center (adjacent to the Kiosk). Students wishing to bring a matter to the attention of council should contact the VSA President in advance of the meeting if possible; if not, issues can be brought up at open discussion at the conclusion of the VSA meeting. Students are elected to VSA Council positions at the end of B semester and at the beginning of A semester of each year. Committee positions are filled at the beginning of A semester, freshmen positions are filled at the beginning of A se- mester. Those interested in positions should contact the VSA Vice President. The VSA sponsor’s approximately 115 student organizations. These groups, described in more detail in the following pages, provide students with a wide range of extracurricular activities, from performing arts groups to student publications. The Executive officers of ViCE, Vassar’s campus entertainment group, are elected each spring and coordinate major social events and concerts as well as films. VSA also includes a number of student committees. These committees, many of which are joint faculty, student and administrative groups, meet regularly to establish and review college policies. Student representatives sit on a wide variety of these committees including the Harassment Committee, Master Planning Committee, Committee on College Life, Residential Life Committee, College Regulations Panel, Committee on Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Concerns, and the Admission Committee. For more information on any VSA organization, or on the VSA in general, students should feel free to stop by the VSA offices (located on the 2nd floor of the College Center) during “drop-in” hours or to call the office at the extension 5381 or email at [email protected].

Directory of Student Officers 2004/05

Vassar Student Association Executive Board President: Joe Wildfire Vice President: Margaux Knee Secretary: Petra Stankard Treasurer: Andrew Caselli Academic Executive: John Delap

Vassar Student Association Council Joe Wildfire President Margaux Knee Vice President Petra Standard Secretary Andy Caselli Treasurer John Delap Academic Executive Vivek Mahapatra ’05 President Meera Kannan ’06 President Anesa Diaz-Uda ’07 President (TBA) ’08 President 7

Grant Hutchinson TH President Serra Schlanger TA President (TBA) South Commons President Elizabeth Kaeser Davison House Elina Isakov Noyes House Christopher Galli Laathrop House Rigel Byrum-Ridge Main House Jason Platt Josselyn House Rebecca Worthington Cushing House Rick Rodems Raymond House Ian Patrick Jewett House Lauren Cantwell Strong House Emily Loomis Ferry House

Class Officers 2004/05 Class of 2005 Class of 2006 President: Vivek Mahapatra President: Meera Kannan Vice President: Simon Craven Vice President: Tara Pyle Secretary: Sara Pawlowski Secretary: Sarah Porter Treasurer: Brittany Murray Treasurer: Jeffrey Werner

Class of 2007 Class of 2008 President: Anesa Diaz-Uda To be elected Vice President: Bari Turetzky Secretary: Jennifer Knopf Treasurer: Amy Cheng

House Officers Lathrop Main President: Christopher Galli President: Rigel Bryum-Ridge Vice President: Andrew McCaughan Vice President: Brandon Mercado Secretary: Dwayne Brown Secretary: Amanda White Treasurer: Patrick McIntyre Treasurer: Luc Peterson

Cushing Noyes President: Rebecca Worthington President: Elina Isakov Vice President: Ezra Markowitz Vice President: Theodore Fondak Secretary: Tom Weishaupt Secretary: Julie Whorton Treasurer: Terrance D’Ambrosio Treasuer: Chelsea Backer

Davison Raymond President: Elizabeth Kaeser President: Rick Rodems Vice President: Hannah Brooks Vice President: Ryan Headd Secretary: Zachary Wagner Secretary: Charlene Voorhees Treasurer: Dana Kennedy Treasurer: Megan Lau

Josselyn Strong President: Jason Platt President: Laureen Cantwell Vice President: Jane Pakenham Vice President: Adriana Fasano Secretary: John Siragusa Secretary: Claire Van Ness Treasurer: Rita Kaufmann Treasurer: Caroline Davis 8

Jewett Terrace Apartments President: Ian Patrick President: Serra Schlanger Vice President: Chase Berenson Treasurer: Anne Brewer Secretary: Zachary Lewis Treasurer: Leora Rothenberg

Town Houses South Commons President: Grant Hutchinson President: To be elected Treasurer: Monique Magwood

Returning Non-Traditional Students President: To be elected

VSA Organizations The Vassar Student Association offers many organizations in which students can become involved and make the campus a better place!

Accidentals—The Accidentals is the first of Vassar’s two current all-male a-cap- pella groups, founded in 1980. It has rotating membership with new members auditioned as old members graduate. The Axies usually perform for dorm dinners, campus parties and Founder’s Day, as well as singing at other colleges and Alumni House. These travels usually include a spring-break trip somewhere southern like Florida. They also hold three major concerts a year: an a-cappella jam with all of the other groups on campus, a post-holiday concert with guest groups from other schools and a post-road trip concert with guest groups. Contact: Peter Bayne, email: pebayne African Students Union (ASU)—The African Student’s Union, formerly known as the Africa Club, began as the Vassar Association of African Students in 1992. The ASU was founded in an effort to stimulate a more sensitive envi- ronment to the particular academic, social, political and psychological concerns of African students. Membership to the ASU is open to all (emphasis added) matriculated students at Vassar College as well as to all members of the larger community of African persuasion who may not necessarily be matriculates at Vassar. The ASU’s major goal is to foster a highly inclusive and culturally effusive atmosphere at Vassar. Contact:Aissata Diaby, email: aidiaby AIDS Education Committee—The foremost duty of this group is to educate Vas- sar and its surrounding community about HIV/AIDS related issues. This includes education in preventative measures, treatment, and possible cures as well as sup- porting programs which correspond with the AIDS Education Committee’s goals. The secondary goal of the AIDS Ed. Committee is fundraising for HIV/AIDS service organizations, charities, and related establishments. The AIDS Education Committee strives to hold at least one major fundraising event each year. Contact: Brittany Murray, email: brmurray Alive—Founded in 1998, Alive is a Christian a cappella group dedicated to to arranging and singing everything from contemporary Christian pop to gospel. Off- campus events have included singing at local churches, colleges, and attending the annual Gospel Jam. On-campus, Alive sings for various Christian groups and events, including Christian Fellowship, the Protestant Worship community, and the annual Lessons and Carols service. A major project every year is co-sponsor- ing the Agape Cafe with Christian Fellowship. Contact: TBA 9

Amnesty International—Amnesty International is an independent, worldwide human rights organization that works to free all people detained for the non- violent exercise of belief, or for their race, sex, ethnicity, language, or religion. It strives toward fair and speedy trials for political prisoners and for an end to torture, political killings, and the death penalty. Their work is based upon the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and all such international agreements. Amnesty condemns terrorism, taking of hostages, or any killing or torturing of prisoners by armed opposition groups and takes action by writing letters and petitions, setting up informational tables, increasing awareness about international events pertaining to human rights, and sponsoring special events to coincide with days of particular importance, such as Human Rights Week. Contact: Sarah Kraemer, email: sakraemer Asian Film & Media Club—The purpose of the AFMC is to expose Vassar to the films, television shows, and music of China, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, and other Asian countries. We put on regular film screenings and plan to expand our efforts in the future. Membership in the club consists of helping to organize and promote all-campus activities. Contact: Schuyler Schuster, email: scschuster Asian Quilt—Asian Quilt was founded in the early nineties by a group of Vassar students, AQ had been a biannual anthology featuring works of art and literature by Vassar students and alumnae/i, published authors and more. AQ was established in response to a great absence of spaces for Asian American students to feature their works and beginning with Volume 5, we increased the quality and variety of submissions by searching outside of the Vassar community. It is particularly important for us to present ongoing dialogue in future volumes as well in order to share with our readers the evolution of Asian Quilt and our constant redefini- tion of “Asian American.” Thus AQ encourages diverse submissions to engage both the Vassar community and beyond in a dialogue about the Asian or Asian American experience and identity construction. Contact: Eileen Lee and Ann Tran, email: eilee, antran The Asian Students’ Alliance (ASA) is a political, cultural and social organiza- tion. We are dedicated to furthering awareness of issues pertaining to the Asian American community. This entails structured and informal visibility at Vassar and in the surrounding community. ASA seeks to empower Asian and Asian American students through events, meetings, and political action. We strive to provide support to ASA members; represent, to the best of our ability, the distinct cultures of Asia and Asian America; and promote awareness of prejudices that still face Asian and Asian Americans in our quest to alleviate existing inequities. We welcome members of all backgrounds. We additionally support the community of color as well as other social awareness groups. For further information, please visit http://vsa.vassar.edu/~asa/. Contact: Emm Simpson, email: emsimpson Barefoot Monkeys—The Barefoot Monkeys is an on-campus circus education and performance group. The Barefoot Monkeys exists to increase awareness of circus activities in the Vassar community, provide an opportunity for Vassar and its surrounding community to learn to juggle, and to maintain a regular forum, educating and entertaining all interested in circus performance. All one needs to become a Barefoot Monkey is the desire to learn to juggle, unicycle, or twirl, and to have a great time trying. Contact: David Repka, email: darepka Black Students Union (BSU)—The Black Students Union is a student organiza- 10 tion established to meet the needs and concerns of the Black students on campus. Its dual purpose is to provide an on-campus support system for the individual Black student while establishing and cementing ties with our sisters and brothers on other campuses and to serve as a viable political, educational, and cultural force. Its goal is to cultivate sensitivity and awareness of various Black issues and concerns in the hope it will enlighten and foster a more diverse, informed Vassar community. Membership to the BSU is open to any Vassar student who is strongly committed to the tasks of the organization. Contact: Jade Keith, email: jakeith Caribbean Students Association (CSA)—The Caribbean Students Alliance (CSA) is an organization established to educate the Vassar community on the different traditional, cultural, and social aspects of Caribbean life and people. One of its important functions as a student organization is to serve as a support system by providing a union where Caribbean students can express and celebrate their cultural diversity. Membership to the Caribbean Students Alliance is all inclusive. All members of the Vassar community willing to uphold the CSA constitution are welcome to bear membership and partake in its celebrations and in its endeavors to educate. The CSA provides the campus with a valuable source of information pertaining to Caribbean issues. Contact: Traci Ann Wint, email: trwint C.H.O.I.C.E.—Despite the connotations of the name, C.H.O.I.C.E. is politi- cally and ideologically neutral. Its purpose is to provide various services to the Vassar Community regarding issues of sexual health. One cornerstone of their services is the sale, and occasional free distribution of condoms, dental dams, latex gloves, and water-based lubricants. In this way, C.H.O.I.C.E. is an alternative to the college store or any drug store venues which can often be intimidating places to purchase such items. The C.H.O.I.C.E. office is located in the basement of Jewett House and open to the entire Vassar community. It is staffed by trained counselors five nights a week and supplied with a wealth of books and videos to provide non-judgmental information on a broad range of sexual concerns includ- ing pregnancy, STD’s, contraception, and sexuality. Counselors are selected on a volunteer basis. Contact: Many Pilon, email: ampilon Christian Fellowship—The Vassar Christian Fellowship is affiliated with In- terVarsity Christian Fellowship, a student movement active at universities and colleges across the United States. The purposes of the Fellowship are to meet the needs of the Christian community, to provide members of the Christian com- munity with an opportunity for fellowship and spiritual growth, and to inform the Vassar community of the Gospel of Jesus. Membership is open to all Vassar students regardless of race, color, sex, ethnicity, nationality, political or sexual orientation, marital status, or handicap. Non-Vassar students may participate at the discretion of the leaders. The group’s major activities include a book table at least once a semester in the College Center with free Christian books, pamphlets, and information and the sponsoring of informative and relevant concerts, speak- ers, films, and discussions. Contact: TBA College Democrats—The Vassar College Democrats (VCD) pledges itself to providing a forum for discussing wide-ranging political issues on campus. Although constituted from a Democratic viewpoint, the purpose of the organization is to further the political education of the Vassar community and encourage student participation in the Democratic process. VCD will address issues pertaining both to the Democratic party and to greater national and local social issues. The VCD 11 is not controlled by outside political bodies, but serves to explore and define the philosophy of the Democratic Party, personal, liberal, and left-wing beliefs; and to work with the entire Vassar community to create forums for the discussion of national issues that transcend party politics. Contact: Michael Donnelly, email: midonnelly Council of Black Seniors (CBS)—The Council of Black Seniors (CBS) is an organization offering pre-professional services, and social and cultural events that reflect the diversity of the senior class. The pre-professional component of CBS includes career fairs, workshops, seminars, on-campus interviewing and other venues that focus specifically, but not exclusively, on the needs of black seniors. These services are garnered to prepare the black senior for when they leave Vassar and enter the work force. The social and cultural component will focus on alternative programming designed to offer more diversity to the senior week proceedings. This programming consists primarily of the Baccalaureate Service and the Kente Cloth Ceremony, as well as the Senior Block Party. Contact: Maya Williams, email: maywilliams Cycling Team—As an organization, the Cycling Team provides a resource to those members of the Vassar community interested in cycling. This interest has been deemed strong enough to merit the foundation of a club sport. The Cycling Team’s purpose is to promote the sport of cycling, both competitive and recreational, throughout the Vassar community. The Cycling Team’s primary activity is inter- collegiate competition. As a member of the United States Cycling Federation’s (USCF) National Collegiate Cycling Association, the team competes in road racing (spring) and mountain racing (fall). The team also provides the opportunity for every member of the Vassar community to get involved in all types of riding by holding guided open road rides and group-led mountain bike trips. Contact: Bayne Peterson, email: bapeterson Daily Brew—The mission of the VC Daily Brew is to provide current news in a convenient format to the community of Vassar College. The news will be strictly non-Vassar, off campus news. The VC Daily Brew was founded in the fall of 2000 in order to keep the Vassar student body informed of events outside the college community. We began printing on September 21, 2000 and have continued to produce five issues a week. The founders, Sirius Fuller ’01 and Amy Lau ’02, perceived that one negative aspect of the Self-sustaining community was lack of knowledge and awareness of current events. To this effect, the Daily Brew seeks to “burst the Vassar bubble.” If you would like to know more about the Brew and how you can contribute, please feel free to contact. Contact: Dave Lieberman, email: dalieberman Debate Society—Debate: to deliberate; consider. To discuss opposing points. To argue formally. Nobody does it better than debate. The Vassar Debate Society exists to provide a forum whereby people of all kinds can get together and argue issues in an organized fashion. Debate Society competes intercollegiately, nation- ally, and internationally in large-scale formal debate competitions. In years past, various debaters on the team have ranked among the top in the nation. Although Debate Society spends most of its time off-campus, it also holds regular on-campus meetings and debate practice rounds. The Vassar Debate Society is open to all members of the Vassar community. Contact: TBA Democracy Matters- Democracy Matters is a non-partisan political group which is part of anational organization dedicated to promoting the ideals of creating a more participatory democracy. The Vassar chapter is beginning its forth year, and 12 is one of the oldest chapters in the country. We focus on projects which involve voter education and registration as well as highlighting issues of campaign finance reform, with goals for clean elections in New York and nationally, so that viable political cadidates are not kept from running to due lack of access to wealth, as well as getting the influence of corporations and wealthy individuals out of politics. Throughout the year we do flyering campaigns to educate the campus, have politically oriented mug nights or parties as well as register voters on and off campus. We bring lecturers to highlight issues in our democracy as well as lobby representatives locally and in Albany and participate in a democracy matters regional summit. Contact: Katherine Goldstein, email kagoldstein

Eating Disorder Reachout Service (EDRS)—The Eating Disorder Reachout Service (E.D.R.S.) is a student-run support service established to help those who suffer from eating disorders to cope better with food/weight issues associated with college life. Their goal is to educate the campus about problems related to eating disorders by providing support, information, and referrals (both on and off campus) to individuals with eating disorders or individuals concerned about friends or family members with eating disorders. E.D.R.S. is staffed by trained counselors and has an office located in the basement of Raymond House. All students who wish to join E.D.R.S. must submit a written application designed by the group. Applications will be accepted at the beginning of each semester for training session to begin that same semester. Contact: Justin Soderholm, email: jusoderholm or [email protected] Emergency Medical Service (EMS)—The purpose of the Vassar College Emer- gency Medical Service (VC EMS) is to provide quality, confidential, volunteer emergency medical care for the Vassar College community. EMS operates mainly during the Vassar Health Service’s “off-hours” throughout the academic year. “Off-hours” refers to those times when the Health Service has reduced staff services. VC EMS weekday shifts are from Sunday through Thursday 5pm-8am. Weekend shifts are for 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays 5pm-5pm. VC EMS coverage of the Vassar campus is dependent on the number and availability of VC EMS riding members. There are two levels of membership for VC EMS members: active membership and riding membership. Active members do not participate in patient care, but serve as education and support staff. To be an active member, one need only be a Vassar student. Riding members serve in positions directly related to patient care, acting as the designated agents of the Director of Health Services. The requirements for being a Riding Member include being a New York State certified Emergency Medical Technician at the Basic Level or being enrolled in an EMT course, and being certified and trained to administer CPR in conjunction with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). For more information on specific requirements please see the contact persons of VC EMS or the VSA Secretary. Contact: Navin Ariyaprakai and Alix Oreck, [email protected]

Equestrian Club—The Vassar College Equestrian Club offers competitive English riding at the intercollegiate level to any member of the Vassar student popula- tion. It maintains a membership in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and competes during both semesters of the college season. Students are trained by The Southerlands Foundation and ride weekly in group lessons as well as riding as a club both semesters. The group also hosts / co-hosts an IHSA horse show every year or so. Members are expected to pay their own expenses but limited financial assistance is available in addition to the fundraising the group does to off-set costs. Although Equestrian Club is a student-run club sport, they do have a coach and as one member puts it: “We are not a recreational sport! We train 13 weekly and compete regularly! We’re also now one of the largest club sports!” Contact: Elizabeth Bell, email: elbell Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance—The Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance is a feminist political action group. The goal of the group is to take po- litical action, both on and off campus, on issues decided by the group. This goal is realized through the formation of action teams that tackle specific issues in small groups, as well as through the organization of events that the entire organization works on together. Membership to the Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance is voluntary and open to any member of the Vassar community who is committed to achieving political, economic, and social equality for all women. Contact: Kathleen Russell, email: karussell The FlyPeople—The FlyPeople is the only official “unofficial” dance group on campus. Members are selected by audition at the start of each semester based on ability to be expressive, exert stage presence, and generally get jiggy with it. There are generally two big performances, one at the end of each semester. Dancers do all their own choreography to songs they choose. Past hits have been Missy Elliot’s “Work It,” Outkast’s “Bombz over Bagdad,” Christina Aguilera’s “Dirty,” and many more booty-shakin’ hits. Contact: Ashley Richardson, asrichardson Forum for Political Philosophy The Forum’s investigations lead us to many important and often ignored issues within a national climate which takes a neo-liberalist democracy as given. The focus of the group is not on issue oriented topics, but rather on a more theo- retical sort of inquiry. Our questions include but are not limited to; the various meanings of freedom (not just the American, liberal, individual freedom), the relational nature of the human being to political systems (whether positive and social or negative and egotistical), the clash of modern and post-modern views of International Relations (America vs. Europe), as well as the feasibility of so- cialist systems in contemporary states (the Scandinavian countries vs. the lack of an American left). Contact: TBA Habitat for Humanity—This organization’s purpose is to pursue the goals of the Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Chapter Program: to help educate the campus and community about the work of Habitat for Humanity, to help build and rehabilitate houses in partnership with the Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the Hudson Valley and other areas, and to help raise funds and contribute money for the work of Habitat and other charitable causes (on an infrequent basis). The chapter also seeks to encourage interaction between diverse cross-sec- tions of the Vassar community. Anyone interested in participating in Habitat’s projects, registered students and their families, is welcome to become a member of the chapter. Although Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian group, no discrimination will be made on the basis of religion or lack there of. Members of all faiths will be welcomed and all efforts will be made to accommodate them and their beliefs. Contact: Chiara Swartout, email: chswartout Happily Ever Laughter—Happily Ever Laughter (HEL) is a comedy troupe that relies primarily upon sketch comedy, with some improvisation, stand-up, guerrilla, and other phenomena. The group provides the Vassar community with at least two performances or happenings each semester. Membership to HEL is by audi- tion, on a need-only basis. Prospective members will be judged on the quality of written material, performance in improvisation games, and a short, meaningful 14 discussion with the current members of the group. Contact: Patrick Clair and Beth Appel, email: paclair and beappel Helicon—Helicon is an organization whose purpose is to serve the needs and expand the creative voice of Vassar’s literary community. Helicon publishes a literary magazine featuring works by Vassar students. It also publishes a more frequent publication consisting of creative works by writers and artists not neces- sarily a part of the Vassar student body. This includes a calendar of writers’ events and assorted Helicon miscellanea. In addition to these publications, Helicon orchestrates events and activities garnered towards the enrichment of Vassar’s writers community. Some past events have included regularly scheduled Writing Workshops and Writer’s Nights in the Cafe as well as the sponsoring of various relevant speakers brought by other organizations. Membership is open to all. Contact: TBA

Hunger Action Committee—The Hunger Action Committee (HAC) is a social awareness group open to all members of the Vassar community. Its purpose is to address issues of hunger and homelessness on both a local and global scale. They serve to educate the campus regarding the causes, effects, and possible solutions of hunger through newsletters, lectures, and various public events. In addition, we also seek ways in which we, as a united group of students, can help stop hunger through an active involvement with local soup kitchens. Sponsoring and main- taining the soup kitchen is their primary activity. Hunger Action Committee is not affiliated with a particular national organization, but maintains contact with a number of these groups to further their knowledge on the subject of hunger. Contact: Carolina Fasoia, email: cafasola I Won’t Grow Up Day—Wanna be a kid again? I Won’t Grow Up Day is a day in April where students come together to make the college center into a carnival/ fair for big kids and little kids alike. The day entertains close to 200 off-campus guests who come to Vassar to enjoy arts & crafts, games, food, and educational fun. All the money raised through both fundraising and donations goes directly to the Child Abuse Prevention Center of Poughkeepsie. Contact: Justin Soderholm, email: jusoderholm Improv—Improv is an improvisational based performance group whose sole and never-ending mission is to bring laughter and good cheer to an otherwise dull world. Founded in 1908, by Jon Adams, Macciavelli, and Jean-Paul Sartre, Improv’s first show was held in the deserted town of Roanoke; to their dismay, no one attended. Since those humble beginnings, Improv has blossomed into a well-loved and popular entertainment group. For almost eighty years Improv has performed consistently on campus and taken their shows to other colleges in order to spread the good cheer and uphold Vassar’s reputation for the performing arts. Membership is open to all Vassar students. Improv uses all-original material including whatever comes to mind, and whatever material is at hand. Contact: Gabe Koplowitz, email: gakoplowitz International Students Association (VISA)—Vassar International Students Association, (VISA) is an organization established to strengthen the pride of the international community at Vassar; to promote understanding between in- ternational students and the rest of the Vassar campus by providing a basis for communication and the exchange of ideas; and to expand the campus’ knowledge of foreign countries via social, cultural, and political education. Membership is open to anyone interested in learning about people and countries worldwide. Through membership, VISA seeks to have a reciprocal broadening of horizons between the international students and the rest of the Vassar community. Inter- 15 national students are automatically members of the organization and can attend all of its functions. VISA meetings are open to the public. Contact: TBA Mahagonny Ensemble—A student-run chamber orchestra and choir that special- izes in the performance of contemporary music. Each year, the Ensemble holds two formal concerts that are free and open to the public. The group focuses on repertoire from the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as student compositions, and is devoted to creating unique performances that highlight modern developments in classical music. The Ensemble has recently been featured as part of ModFest, the Music Department’s annual modern music festival. Membership is open to all students by audition. Contact: Thomas Heuser, email: thheuser

Matthew’s Minstrels—Matthew’s Minstrels is a co-ed student run a cappella group. The Minstrels sing a wide variety of music ranging from disco to contemporary/new wave. Matthew’s Minstrels perform up to two major con- certs a year on campus, and when invited, off campus. They also perform for dorm study breaks and special events upon request. Renown for interspersing splices of humor in their music, Matthew’s Minstrels is a highly entertaining and popular group. Quoth a fan “There’s just no one like the Minstrels!” Audition is required for membership. The group varies in number based on the strength of individual voices. Contact: Michael Spencer, email: mispencer

Measure 4 Measure—In 1979, in keeping with their intrepid spirit, a few of the Vassar Night Owls struck out on their own to form Measure 4 Measure, Vassar’s only other all-female a cappella group. M4M is active throughout the semester, performing at study breaks, café nights, and other on-campus events. They also are frequently invited to perform off campus, and record a full-length CD approximately every two to three years. In addition, twice a year M4M hosts an all-male a cappella group from another college in their big end-of-semester concert. Measure 4 Measure arranges all their own music, making for a fantastic repertoire that is very diverse, consisting of everything from Sweet Honey in the Rock to ’80s pop to more contemporary music. Membership is by audition. Contact: Molly Nadelson, email: monadelson M.E.Ch.A (Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlán)—As the official Chicano/a voice of Vassar, MEChA seeks to create a sense of community and security for Chicano/a students on campus. The organization strives to fairly represent and reclaim their ethnic identity while increasing campus-wide con- sciousness of the social and political issues that have kept their people oppressed. Members are committed to joining the movement towards self-determination for the purpose of liberating Aztlán, the birthplace of nuestra gente. Membership is open to all Vassar students who share the values and interests of the organization, regardless of race and/or ethnicity. Contact: Isella Ramirez, email: Isramirez Moderate Independent Conservative Alliance—M.I.C.A. of Vassar College is an organization aimed at promoting “non-liberal” (for lack of a better term) views on campus—hence the name, “Moderate Independent Conservative Alliance.” Despite this avowed purpose, however, liberals are also welcome in the group. Our purpose is to give those who may possess disseminating political (primarily), moral, social, etc. goals a forum to have their voices heard. In many ways we are both a shelter and support group for those who may be fearful of expressing views that are in opposition to the Vassar majority. In general, we aim to not 16 only raise the visibility of non-liberal issues on campus, but also to raise political awareness in general. Contact: Harrison Kell, email: hakell Miscellany News—The Miscellany News is the campus newspaper. It was founded in 1866 and was originally called the Vassar Miscellany. The name was changed to the Miscellany News in 1915 and thus it has remained. It is the oldest student publication at the College. While the publication appreciates contribu- tions from all members of the college community—students, administration, faculty, alumni/alumnae, and trustees, it is primarily intended as a service for Vassar’s students. Its purpose is to inform them of news, art, and sports in and around the college in a timely manner. It also serves as an open forum for public dialogue on important issues and serves to entertain through its feature pieces. Any student within the Vassar community may serve on the staff of the paper as long as s/he attends weekly writers’ meetings and fulfills the obligations of a staff writer as defined in the Miscellany News by-laws. Contact: Aaron Biberstein, email: aabiberstein Night Owls—The Night Owls are the nation’s oldest continuing all-female a cappella group. They were founded in 1942 when a plauge struck Vassar’s campus and all students were quarantined at night. The original Night Owls were a group of brave women young women who snuck out of their dorms and met in the base- ment of the library to sing late into the night. Today the Night Owls arrange, rehearse, perform and record a cappella music for the Vassar community and abroad. They perform at least two major concerts a year and invite groups from other colleges to perform with them. They have also toured the United States and traveled abroad to sing and compete in tournaments. They have been invited to sing at both of Clinton’s inaugurations, and have been featured on Comedy Central. They are a spectacular group with a rich history. Their repertoire is built around jazz standards from the 1940s when the group was founded, but is always expanding.Membership is by audition. Contact: Kerry Roberts, email: keroberts Nonhuman Student Organization—The Nonhuman Student Organization (NSO) provides the Vassar College community with all of its geek-based needs. Anything and everything Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, and Gaming can be found with us. We sponsor gaming events of various types, weekly movie and anime nights, marathons, trips to conventions, and other fun events open to the campus at large. We also host our own yearly convention, NonCon, right here on campus. For more information, check out http://nso.vassar.edu or http://www.noncon.net. Contact: TBA No Offense—No Offense seeks to amuse and enlighten the campus through sketch comedy. We mine comedy from social issues and conventions, occasion- ally stooping to naughty words and/or outright absurdism. We believe our most important role is as a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, either in the mind of the individual, among a small group or people, or across the entire college community. As jesters in the court of learning, we sometimes tread unlightly on hallowed grounds, and take it upon ourselves to listen with respect to those who will in- evitably take offense. In the event that we still go wrong, we will never attempt to silence, or close our minds to those who disagree with us. Beyond that viva wit, raunch, mini sombreros and comedy! Contact: TBA Outing Club—The purpose of the Outing Club is to stimulate participation in and appreciation for the outdoors; to promote low-impact usage of the outdoors; 17 to provide trained, reliable, and safe outdoor leadership for the community; to provide specialized equipment and knowledge to the community, and to do all of this without financial discrimination. Some of their activities include backpack- ing, hiking, and mountain climbing in the scenic Hudson area, rock climbing, regular nature walks and hikes around the Vassar Farms. The Outing Club has ties with the Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) and the Intercollegiate Outing Club Association (IOCA). The ADK usually invites Outing Club members to its events and the Outing Club usually hosts hikes and an intercollegiate, all-campus contra and square dance in conjunction with IOCA. The Outing Club stresses that all the groups’ activities are open to any member of the Vassar community. All outdoor activities have trained leaders assigned to see to all the logistics of the activity. Any member of the community may train to be a leader also. Direct information requests, membership details, or questions to: Contact: Joe Wildfire, email: jowildfire Patchwork Players—The Patchwork Players is one of the newest organizations, being founded only one year ago. It is a story theater ensemble dedicated to expe- riencing and demonstrating the influence of a multicultural group through teach- ing stories to children. They perform skits in schools throughout Poughkeepsie and the surrounding Hudson Valley area as well as at Vassar. They also perform for other venues such as the American Cancer Society of Poughkeepsie’s “Great American Smoke-Out” and sometimes work in conjunction with the education and drama departments. Theirs is a work of creativity and community service in a society that places less emphasis on the arts in school. Their efforts are reward- ing for them and all involved.

P.E.A.C.E.—P.E.A.C.E. is a non-profit national organization devoted to the elimination of prejudices and racism. They believe hatred is something one learns not something one is born with. Through activism, education and the experience of diversity, one will not learn tolerance, but a genuine acceptance and appreciation ofdifferences. P.E.A.C.E. strives to celebrate commonalties, establish relationships, create memories, and promote understanding while building awareness through the knowledge of our difference. P.E.A.C.E. is not an organization that preaches diversity. It is an organization that provides people with the experience of diversity. To accomplish this, P.E.A.C.E. has two major programs. P.E.A.C.E.’s Brothers and Sisters program seeks to establish relationship among children of different races, ethnicities and religions. It involves elementary to middle school students, as well as college students, teachers, administrators, and interested community members. The Awareness Day program is aimed more towards high school and college students. It is designed to create discussion on racism and prejudice and takes place in area high schools and at Vassar on April 4 , the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination and a declared national day of peace and non-violence. Contact: Maya Sheppard, email: masheppard Philaletheis—The Philaletheis Society is an organization which provides the Vassar community with the opportunity to efficiently produce dramatic works of art. It shall be used as a means for aiding production through an advising and support system that encompasses the artistic, financial, and technical aspects of theater. The Philaletheis Society is the primary student production company. Membership to Philaletheis is open to all Vassar students and based upon their desire to participate. Contact: Beth Appel, email: beappel; Kat Oliver, email: kaoliver

PHOCUS—Phocus runs the community darkroom on a cooperative, members only basis. Because the college only offers photography courses periodically, 18

Phocus seeks to fill in some of the gaps. It sponsors showings of student work, offers mini-courses in various photography topics, sponsors guest lectures and field trips. Many of the activities of the group involve fees, as does membership to the darkroom co-op, although the fee is waived for those who see to its up- keep. Any student who participates in a Vassar taught photo course is admitted free. Membership to PHOCUS is open to the entire Vassar community with or without photographic experience. Contact: Julie Royall, email: juroyall

Poder Latino—Poder Latino addresses the needs and concerns of Vassar’s Latino community, serves as a support group, and a political action group. Its purpose is to promote communication and understanding between the members of Poder Latino and the other members of the Vassar community through forums, lectures, and other social events. It also serves to create a network between Poder Latino and other Latino communities, particularly in the local community, in order to provide strength and support in dealing with Latino issues. All members of the Vassar community are eligible to become members of Poder Latino. Particular effort will be made to recruit Vassar Latino students for which the group is founded. Full membership in Poder Latino, as in any serious organization, is contingent upon regular meeting attendance and other active forms of support. Contact: Maia Alejandro, email: maalejandro Polo Team—The Vassar College Polo Team is a nationally recognized, competi- tive polo team. We play at the Varsity level against schools like Yale, UConn, and Skidmore. We travel throughout the region to compete and have attended regionals all the way to Indiana. We practice two times a week at Gardnertown Polo in Newburgh. We also participate in club chukkers 2-3 times a week. Members can conceivably practice 5-6 times a week if they are interested. We compete in about 3 or 4 games a month and our season lasts from September to April. Members pay a flat fee per semester and additional riding has no extra charge. We are actively seeking new members for our men’s and women’s team. No experience is necessary — one of our two nationally ranked coaches will be happy to teach you to ride and to play. Contact: Olivia Knott, email [email protected] Premium Brew—Premium Brew is one of the last bastions of all male barbershop music still breathing in this world of contemporary a cappella. Only half of the repertoire is barbershop music, while the other half is a melange of oldies music that can be most easily defined as “good.” Premium Brew was founded way back in 2002 by five guys with dreams, the dreams were all different and subsequently Premium Brew is the end result. Today Brew consists of a membership of a non bakers dozen of Vassar men who all have a love for music, Barbara, and French culture. Contact: Paul Albert, email paalbert Queer Coalition—The Queer Coalition of Vassar College (QCVC) is the social awareness and political umbrella organization for those whose sexual preference is not exclusively hetero and whose gender designation is not limited to their sex. It houses within several subgroups uniquely suited to serve the needs of the group’s constituents. The subgroups are People of Color Collective(POCC), Gay-Straight Alliance, Continuum, a group for those who identify as not gay and not straight; He’s Into Men (HIM) the men’s group, Sisters, the women’s group, First Step, a discreet discussion group for those coming out; and ACTS 29, the newest subgroup which serves as a safe place for those whose religion does not approve of their sexuality. There is, to date, no subgroup for transgendered students but they are in process of forming one and in the interim, QCVC serves 19 as a safe space for transgendered students to meet as well. QCVC has a base of operations in Blegen House, located at 37 Collegeview, although its meetings are generally in the Chapel Foyer. Contact: Kristin Baglieri, email krbaglieri; Alison Gaffney, email algaffney; Kelsey Smith, email kesmith.

Ra’ashan—Ra’ashan is Vassar’s journal of Jewish culture. It is published in the fall, winter and spring of every year and includes a wealth of student written articles, stories, poetry, and perspectives. Ra’ashan is the first Jewish journal in Vassar history. It was founded by students who saw the need for a strong Jewish voice on a campus where it was otherwise absent. The expression of Jewish ideas, be they political or reflexive, poetic or editorial, religious or secular, or otherwise, which have always had a place in dorm rooms, and classrooms will now have a place in print on the pages of Ra’ashan. Contact: Leora Rothenberd, email: lerothenberg Renaissance Singers—The Renaissance Singers, founded in 1995, introduce an alternative to audition-ridden a cappella groups. They are designed primarily to provide a casual atmosphere in which students can share their enjoyment of singing music from the Renaissance Period. Membership is open to anyone who wants to sing. The Renaissance Singers mostly sing for fun but perform as guest singers at other concerts as well as performing at informal concerts. The key word is relaxed. A nice change. Contact: TBA

Respect Life—The Respect Life Group is a non-sectarian group dedicated to- wards promoting the respect for human life from conception until natural death. This is achieved through education, action and service. Members may choose to promote any one, or many, issues that coincide with the purposes of the group. Projects are undertaken both on campus and in the community at large. Meetings are always open for discussions, and all are invited to attend. Contact: TBA

The Rock N Roll Club—The Rock N Roll Club, founded in 2003, is Vassar’s only club that celebrates all forms of rock music, and rejects the a cappella craze. The Rock N Roll club screens rock-oriented movies, holds listening parties, spon- sors shows and concerts, and, in general, rocksout. All are welcome. Contact: Will Tracy, email: witracy Sailing Team—The Sailing Team competes in over 20 races in the Mid-Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association (the most competitive region in the country) in the fall and spring sailing season. They race primarily FJs and 420’s but increas- ingly we compete in Lasers and large yachts. Interested adventurers of all skill levels are welcome but you must be able to swim. Contact: Tessa Cedar, email: tecedar; Emily Wheelis, email: emwheelis Shakespeare Troupe—The Shakespeare Troupe is a selective group of theatrical creators dedicated to the production of fresh, vibrant, and compelling Shakespeare on Vassar Campus. Made up of an Acting Ensemble (added to by yearly audi- tion), and a Director (elected yearly by the voting members), the Troupe may also include permanent members in Stage Management, Production, and Design, although non-permanent members may fill some, or all, of these positions for a single year. Membership as a Stage Manager, Producer, or Designer is by vote of the permanent members, and is contingent on one year of previous work with the Troupe. In the past, the Troupe has produced one Shakespeare play each year, usually in the Spring, and selects a new location for each production, usu- 20 ally outdoors. We seek consistently to challenge ourselves as artists, to produce stimulating and thoughtful theater, and to celebrate the works of a playwright we respect and love. No experience with Shakespeare is necessary, but you must be this tall to ride: ----. Contact: Noah Chafets, email: nochafets Ski Team—Ski Team organizes competitive ski racing for the common students of Vassar college. It is our fervent belief that ski racing, due to its prodigious costs, is chiefly a pastime of the elite. These elites perpetuate the capitalist super- structures that preserve our low socio-economic status. To combat the unyielding class homogeneity inherent in ski culture, we, the proletariat, secure funds and disperse them freely to help the common, working class Vassar students (as well as their capitalist overlord fellow students) to participate in and subvert a prin- ciple bastion of neocolonial patriarchy—ski racing. As a competitive club we are members of the National Collegiate Skiing Association (NCSA) and race in the MacBride Division. The team is competitive although no race experience is necessary to join. Contact: Dan Schwarz, email: daschwarz South Asian Students Alliance (SASA)—The South Asian Students Alli- ance (SASA) is an organization established to meet the needs and concerns of the South Asian community at Vassar College. Its goal is to provide a forum for South Asian Students in which issues of cultural, political, religious, and ethnic relevance are discussed and dealt with. Furthermore, it seeks to inject a South Asian component into the academic curriculum of Vassar College. It will unify the students of South Asian descent and at the same time provide the Vassar community with an insight and understanding into issues of South Asian culture and politics. Membership into SASA is voluntary, and is open to any Vassar student who is strongly committed to the ideals stated above. Contact: Haniya Mir, email: hamir Speaker’s Bureau—Speaker’s Bureau was created to increase the number of high quality speakers on campus. It is a fund set up to offset the cost of bringing good speakers to campus. The funds are available to any VSA-authorized organiza- tion and operates on a first come, first served basis. It is chaired by the Academic Executive and has a committee made up of the vice-presidents of all four classes. The committee evaluates speakers for funding taking into account the diversity of past and future speakers and free speech. Speaker’s Bureau will fund up to half of the speakers total cost if the requesting organization meets all the necessary criteria for funding. For more information on funding criteria and an application for funds please contact the VSA Student Academic Executive.

Spectator—The Vassar Spectator describes itself as the “journal of neglected ideas” and features a wide variety of investigative journalism, coverage of various facets of Vassar, anecdotes, narratives, factoids, and short stories. It is notable for it’s tabloid sized pages and graphic layouts and provides an interesting “slice of life” look at Vassar students and Vassar views. Contact: TBA SQUIRM—Squirm is an organization dedicated to intelligent and provocative explorations of sex and sexual pleasure. SQUIRM Magazine is a submissions-based publication, and all members of the Vassar community are encouraged to submit their writing, art and photography. Our exciting events seek to create a sex-posi- tive community at Vassar while educating and promoting safe and consensual sexual expression. Students of all sexual and gender identities are welcomed on staff and at all of our events. Contact: Sarah Joseph, email: [email protected] 21

The Source- The mission of the Source is to educate students about drugs and alcohol. Our goal is education for the sake of education alone. In other words, we do not, as a group, have a stance (pass a value judgment) on the action of taking drugs or consuming alcohol. This goal of education is fueled by a desire to protect the health and well being of the student body. However, we believe that students are less likely to ask drug-related questions of a drug-prevention organization because such an organization might present biased information or pass judgment on the asker. Because we do not wish to alienate an important audience, we are a non-judgmental organization. We do not seek to facilitate “safe” drug use, nor do we believe that there is such a thing as safe drug use. We further believe that college campuses harbor an environment of rumor with regards to the consequences of drugs and alcohol. We seek to combat this mis-education with accurate, truthful, non-biased information about drugs and alcohol. As a group, we acknowledge the disciplinary authority of the school and we fully sup- port and respect the authority of the New York State and U.S. Federal Law. As members, we are aware of our obligation to the school to uphold college policy not to use. Contact: TBA The Student Activist Union (SAU) is a dynamic organization constantly in the process of moving toward non-hierarchical self-governance. It is a coalition of students that seeks to promote human rights and social, political, economic, and environmental justice. SAU provides a service to the community by seeking to proactively promote progressive social action on the local, regional and global level through rallies, petitioning, direct action, workshops and awareness-build- ing campaigns. SAU acts as an umbrella organization for special interest groups that work on more specific issues within the broader context of SAU. In the past, working groups have taken up such causes as anti-war organizing, prison reform, domestic violence, the labor movement, environmental concerns, and Palestinian rights. SAU interacts with other organizations to promote issues of mutual concern, and provides speakers, films, workshops, and newsletters on relevant human rights issues. SAU strives to be non-hierarchical. Anyone who wants to be a member may join. Anyone may begin going to meetings and, with the support of other members, take SAU in directions that they wish; in fact, taking such initiative is encouraged. It should be noted, however, that SAU is an organization devoted to working against homophobia, racism, sexism, classism, and other forms of oppression. Contact: Faye Bibean, email: fabibean Students For a Free Tibet—Students for a Free Tibet is a national organization that is expanding at an explosive rate. The purposes of the organization is: To recognize Tibet as an independent country under Chinese occupation; To educate the general public about Tibet; To focus attention to 1)correct the human rights conditions in Tibet, and 2) effect change in our government’s China policy and Corporate America’s behavior for the peaceful settlement of the Tibet issue. Any Vassar student may join. Contact: TBA

The Listening Center(TLC)—The Listening Center (TLC) is a group of students who are committed to providing non-judgmental, confidential, peer counseling to the Vassar student body. They offer information and referrals to other campus and community support services. TLC uses an emphatic listening modal and an informal, open, and relaxed atmosphere. It has an office located in Davision basement. Students can come down to the office or call during these hours to speak with a listener. At any other time, students can leave a message at ext. 7136 and a listener will get back to him/her during office hours. TLC listeners 22 are extensively trained in a mandatory semester long program. Listeners are selected by application process and personal interview. Except for first semester freshman and first semester transfers, all members of the Vassar community are encouraged to apply. Contact: Rachel Terranova, email: raterranova Track Team—The Track Team is a Vassar club sport. Club Sports are teams that are entirely student run. Despite the lack of formal coaching, they continue to represent Vassar at the national and international level. As Vassar’s newest Club Sport, the Track Team has achieved enormous success in the past few years. They compete actively in the NCAA. Membership is open to anyone who runs for fun. Contact: Schuyler Schuster, email: scschuster Ultimate Frisbee (men’s)—Men’s Ultimate Frisbee is one of Vassar’s club sports. Club Sports are teams that are entirely student run. Despite the lack of formal coaching, they continue to represent Vassar at the national and international level. The purpose of Men’s Ultimate Frisbee is to recruit and train its members with the goals of general fun and gentlemanly competition. They practice often and compete regularly. Occassionally, they also host tournaments amongst Vassar students or with other Frisbee teams. Contact: TBA

Unbound—Unbound is an organization put together by and for students to pro- vide a voice for the cultivation of non “western-European” based performance arts. The purpose of Unbound is to educate, enlighten, and entertain the entire Vassar community. This organization is not closed to ANYONE, regardless of age, sex, creed, or religion. Contact: Kathryn Singer, email: kasinger Unitarian Universalism (UU)—is a liberal, non-creedal religious tradition that values the inherent worth and dignity of ALL people. With this in mind, Vassar’s UU group seeks to explore spirituality, discuss social issues, and build a safe, welcoming community. Students run weekly worships and discussions, and some participate in services at the UU Fellowship of Poughkeepsie. All students are welcome, regardless of previous knowledge of or involvement with UUism. Contact: Amanda Leonard, email: amleonard Vassar Animal Rescue Coalition—The main goal of the VARC is to educate the campus about its obligation to maintain the safety and welfare of its non-human animal residents. Often due to negligence animals are abandoned on campus. Most of the funds for the group go to a spay-neuter release program which serves to control the pet population by vaccinating Vassar strays, spaying/neutering them, and then releasing them in a rural and safer area or placing them with loving adopting families. VARC also brings pertinent speakers to the campus and sets up tables in the college center to further educate the campus about issues pertaining to animal welfare. Contact: Haley Burke, email: haburke Vassar Catholic Community—The Vassar Catholic Community (VCC) is an organization represented by a core of Catholic students who foster a sense of community among Catholic students and among the broader spectrum of Vassar students. Each of our activities and events finds its focus in this central theme. The VCC’s main activity centers around the Sunday Liturgy and the planning of weekly Mass services. VCC also plans activities which involve its members and the members of the Christian Fellowship on campus as well as all campus 23 events. Some of their past events have included the annual pumpkin carving held on the Chapel lawn each year, a regularly meeting rosary group, and a C.S. Lewis reading group. This group also performs many community services such as adopting a family for the holiday, donating carved pumpkins to children’s hospitals, and holding furniture and clothing drives for Dutchess Outreach in the city of Poughkeepsie. Contact: Jolene Combs, email: jocombs Vassar Classic—The Vassar Classic was founded in 1999 and is dedicated to representing every type of music from classical to hip-hop. Anyone interested in submitting an article should e-mail the editor/contact. Contact: TBA

Vassar Devils—The Vassar Devils are Vassar’s other co-ed a cappella group and, as stated in their charter, they are dedicated to performing in a professional manner. We’re talking serious a cappella. The Devils perform both on and off campus and intercollegiately. They usually have two large concerts a year and invite other schools to sing with them. Two teaser concerts to advertise their organization are produced at other times during the year. Membership is by audition. Contact: TBA

Vassarion—The Vassarion is the official school yearbook. Like most yearbooks, it publishes once a year and sales start at the very beginning of the school year. The yearbook uses photographs and text to try and represent a comprehensive overview of the social and academic lives of the students at Vassar. Although, a large portion of the book is dedicated to the portraits of the graduating class. The books cost approximately $65. The Vassarion welcomes any interested Vassar student to work on the yearbook, regardless of experience. Contact: Renee Hudson, email: rehudson Vassar Jewish Union (VJU)—The Vassar Jewish Union seeks to serve all Jew- ish members of the Vassar community regardless of their backgrounds or form of Jewish expression. The VJU does not endorse a partisan view of Jewish life, but encourages expression of all the facets of Jewish experience in search of an actively diverse Jewish life on campus. The VJU’s purpose is as follows: to teach students about Jewish heritage, Israel, and the variety of Jewish experiences throughout the world; to strengthen the bonds between the Jewish religion and its cultures; to serve as a political voice of Judaism in the Vassar community; to promote political, cultural, and religious dialogue with members of other cultural and religious communities in order to foster communications and understand- ing; to help enrich the lives of the Vassar community as a whole; and to prepare students for an informed and active participation in the Jewish communities that reside outside of Vassar’s gates and those communities they may enter after graduation from Vassar. VJU has a base of operations in the Bayit House, located on Collegeview Avenue. Membership is open to all students and meetings are open to the public. Contact: David Koren, email: dakoren Vassar College Televisions (VCTV)—In recognition of the realization that television is a powerful communications media and educational tool, and in response to the need for its full potential to be realized by the Vassar community in conjunction with the community outside Vassar, Vassar College Television (VCTV) was established. VCTV provides an opportunity for students interested in writing, directing, acting, and producing original television programming as well as offering such areas as programming, public relations, and business management. VCTV also hopes to offer its viewers a diverse selection of quality 24 programming by drawing upon works both inside and outside the Vassar com- munity. VCTV airs on public access Channel 32 and/or UHF channel 15. VCTV can produce and air programming even during breaks, recesses, and study/exam periods. Membership is granted to any individual who attends two consecutive general meetings. Non-Vassar students may be honorary members, unable to vote, but able to participate actively in the group’s other processes and activities. Contact: G. Scott Johnston, email: grjohnston Vassar Greens—Vassar Greens seeks to increase awareness of local, national, and global environmental issues on campus. They accomplish this goal by dispersing information to students, sponsoring lectures, films and groups that are concerned with environmental issues, providing a forum for discussion on environmental issues, and evaluating the state of the campus ecology while serving as vehicle for action on these concerns. Membership is voluntary and open to all students in the Vassar College community. Contact: Dana Thomas, email: dathomas; George Lee, email: gelee ViCE—ViCE stands for Vassar College Entertainment, (don’t ask ME where the ‘i’ comes from). It is the major, large-scale programming body on campus and brings a variety professional entertainment to Vassar. It also sponsors small and large campus events. The goal of ViCE is to provide diverse entertainment programming designed to satisfy the entertainment needs of the student body. Membership is voluntary and open to all members of the Vassar student body. Contact: Michael Chico, email: michico Vassar Student Association(VSA)—The Vassar Student Association is the governing body of all the student organizations authorized and recognized by Vassar College. It maintains records of each organization’s activities and is where organizational funds come from. It also serves as a liaison between the students and administration of Vassar College. The VSA recognizes that the student body is a separate entity in the corporate body of Vassar College, and that each student has the responsibility to conduct his or her life with consideration for others in the college community. The VSA seeks to provide a means for responsible and effective student participation in the appropriate decision making processes of the College and to further student welfare and interests. Contact: Petra Stankard, email: vsasecretary Vassar Teknowledgy(VT)—After a decision made by a small group of Vassar students to bring the electronic music that they love to this campus, Vassar Teknowledgy is an organization that has grown tremendously in its short 3 year lifetime. The club’s environment is relaxed and almost family like, and is founded on a love for all things pertaining to electronic music culture. VT’s mission is to provide students with new and innovative events that incorporate various type of electronic music styles and to promote e-music awareness. VT has maintained a reputation of always surprising the Vassar community with new ideas, such as setting a massive game of dodge ball with an e-music background, or staging mock boxing matches to promote upcoming events, that have widened the organiza- tion’s fan base from year to year. We look forward to becoming one of the larger event planning organizations on campus and in the near future continuing to provide the campus with increasingly talented electronic musicians and DJs. Contact: Michael Chico, email: michico Women’s Ultimate Frisbee—Picture this: fourteen women, two teams, one disk, and a field. NO referees. Women’s Ultimate Frisbee is one of Vassar’s club sports. Club sports are teams that are entirely student run. Despite the lack of formal coaching, they continue to represent Vassar at the national and inter- 25 national level. The purpose of Women’s Ultimate Frisbee is to recruit and train its members with the goals of sportsmanship and fun. They practice often and compete regularly. They may also host tournament amongst Vassar students or with other Frisbee teams. Contact: TBA

WVKR—The FM radio station of Vassar College known as 91.3 WVKR FM is a non-commercial, educational, student operated, broadcast facility licensed to the trustees of the college and serving the Poughkeepsie community as required by the Federal Communications Act of 1934 and all subsequent revisions thereof. In addition to operating as legally obligated under federal law, it shall be the objective of this organization to educate, entertain, and involve the members of the Vassar community in the maintenance and operation of this FM broadcast station. The radio station is located on the third floor of the College Center and broadcasts a wide variety of radio programming including, but not limited to music and talk shows, instructionals, and the news and weather. Broadcasting usually runs 22-24 hours a day, seven days a week. Any member of the Vassar community may join the staff of WVKR or have their own show provided they follow the regulations set forth by WVKR and the law. WVKR encourages visitors. For more information regarding radio shows or membership see the organization’s contact person. Contact: Mary Iatropoulos, email: maiatropoulo *Other VSA organizations—(Description and/or contact people will be avail- able in the fall): Chess Club Aikido - Contact: Charlie Hudson, email: chhudson Catalyst - Contact: Kris Zwack, email:krzwack Commencement Musical Film League FORCE Founder’s Day Grain Magazine The Limit Snowboarding Team - Contact: Justin Lowe, email: julowe Woodshed Theater Ensemble Vassar Bikes - Contact: Dave Vollbach, email: davollbach Yafeyfiyah - Contact: Jennifer Kallus, email: jekallus 26

Help and Where to Find It (Student, course, and faculty information is available via ASKBANNER from the Vassar home page: www.vassar.edu)

My Address has changed. Registrar, Main N118, extension 5270

I want to register my Bicycle. Security, 39 New Hackensack Road, extension 5200

I have questions about my Bill from the college. Student Accounts, Main Building, S110, extension 5245

I would like information about Birth Control. Health Service, Baldwin, extension 5800; CHOICE, Jewett basement.

I would like to Borrow a coffee urn, punch bowl, or a garbage can. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

I would like to start my own Business on campus. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

I would like to have an event listed in the Calendar. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

I want to register a Car. Security, 39 New Hackensack Road, extension 5200

I want to be connected with the campus Computer Network. Computing and Information Systems Help Desk, extension 7224

I would like some personal Counseling. Counseling Service, Metcalf, extension 5700

I want to change a Course (drop or add). Faculty Adviser Registrar, Main N118, extension 5270

I want to reserve Dining Facilities at ACDC. Catering Specialist, extension 5833

I want to file Disciplinary Charges against another member of the college community. Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life, Main N-163, extension 5426

I think I may have a Drinking or Drug Problem. Counseling Service, Metcalf, extension 5700 The Source, The Annex, extension 7532

Where can I get information about Campus Employment? Student Employment Office, Main, S182, extension 5318

I want to Schedule an Event in a college facility. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370 27

I would like to do Field Work in a local organization for academic credit. Field Work Office, Main N165, extension 5280

I want to conduct a Fund Raising Activity for a student organization (bake sales, etc.) Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

I want to help Vassar’s Fund Raising. Development Office, OLB, extension 5406

I need information about Graduate School Entrance Exams (LSAT/MCAT/ GRE/GMAT). Director, Office for Fellowships and Graduate School/Preprofessional Ad- vising, Main N162, extension 5263

I think I have been a victim of Harassment. Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office, Metcalf 2, extension 7584 Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life, Main N163, extension 5426 C.A.R.E.S., Blegan House, extension 5221

I lost my student ID. ID/Card office, Students Building, extension 2273 (CARD)

I’m not sure I have student Insurance or know how to file a claim. Student Accounts, Main, 110, extension 5245.

I would like to learn more about Intergroup Dialogues on campus. Campus Life Office, extension 5426

I want to know about going Junior Year Abroad. Director of the Office of Study Abroad, Main N171, extension 5260

I have lost my room Key. Residential Operations Center (ROC), Josselyn House

When may I use the Library? Main Library, and Art 8:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Sunday The Reserve Room closes one half-hour earlier than the Library Special Collections: By appointment only, 10:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Extension 5799/5811 Circulation Desk, extension 5760 Reference Desk, extension 5766 Reserve Room, extension 5795 Art Library, extension 5790 Music 8:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Friday Noon-7:00 p.m., Saturday Noon-11:00 p.m., Sunday Music Library, extension 7492 *Hours are usually extended during study and exam periods. 28

I need a small, short-term Loan. Financial Aid, Main S199, extension 5320

Where is the college Lost and Found? College Information Center, extension 4636 (INFO)

I would like to get help Mediating a problem with my roommate. Campus Life Office, extension 5426

What are Meal Hours at ACDC? Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

I would like to teach or take a Mini-Course. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

Where can I play my Musical Instrument? Music Department Skinner Hall practice rooms

I need to pay a college Parking Ticket. Cashier, Main, extension 5340

I would like to have a Party in my TA, TH, or Residence Hall Room. Office of Residential Life, Main C-120, extension 5860

I would like to have a Party in a public space on campus (i.e., residence hall, multi-purpose room, or on the grounds) Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370.

I would like some Peer Counseling. TLC (The Listening Center), Davison Basement, extension 7136 C.A.R.E.S., Blegen House, extension 5221

I think I have been a victim of Racial Discrimination. Director of ALANA Center, extension 5954

I think I have been a victim of Rape. SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) and/or the Sexual Assault and Vio- lence Prevention Coordinator, Blegen House, extension 5573 C.A.R.E.S., Blegen House, extension 5221 Campus Security, New Hackensack, extension 7333 Health Services, Baldwin, extension 5800 Counseling Services, Metcalf House, extension 5700

I’d like to improve my Reading, Math, or Study Skills. Learning and Teaching Center, Library Room 122, extension 5215

I need to get References for jobs. Career Development Office, Main S169, extension 5285

I would like to become involved in Religious Programs on campus. Director of Religious and Spiritual Life, Chapel, extension 5550

I need to prepare a Resume. Career Development Office, Main S169, extension 5285 29

I have difficulty figuring out what my Rights are in responding to a College regulations or other judicial panel hearing. Campus Life Office, extension 5426

I am having Roommate problems. Student Fellow, House Advisor

I would like information about Safer Sex. Health Service, Baldwin, extension 5800 CHOICE, Jewett Basement AIDS Education Committee, extension 5501

I want to be a Senior Intern for Admission. Admission Office, Kautz Admission House, extension 7300

I want to become involved in Student Activities. Campus Activities, College Center, extension 5370

I want to know more about resources for students of color. Director of ALANA Center, extension 5954

I want to be a Student Fellow. Director of Residential Life, Main C-120, extension 5860

I want to participate in Student Government. VSA offices, College Center 207, extension 5380

I want to form a new Student Organization. VSA offices, College Center 207, extension 5380

I want to reserve a Table in the College Center. Campus Activities Office, College Center, extension 5370

What is the college’s Telephone number? (845) 437-7000

Something is wrong with the Telephone in my dorm room. Vassar Message Center, extension 5460 or 5461

I want to be a Tour Guide. Admission Office, Kautz Admission House, extension 7300

I need a Transcript sent to a school or employer. Registrar, Main-N118, extension 5270

I would like to do Volunteer work in the local community. Field Work Office, Main N16J, extension 5280

I want to improve my Writing Skills. Learning and Teaching Center, Library Room 122, extension 5575

I need an International Student I.D. card. Registrar, Main N118, extension 5270

I need a letter verifying my student status. Registrar, Main N118, extension 5270 30

I want to add money to my V-Card account. I.D. card office, Students’ Building, extension 2273 (card), or use the Value Transfer Station (VTS) next to main lobby or in the students’ building or add money on line at http://card.vassar.edu/index.html

Where can I get Medical Atention/Help during Vassar vacation periods when Baldwin is closed? The Health Service is not open in the summer or during spring or winter break. Students needing medical attention should contact the emergency room at either St. Francis Hospital or Vassar Medical Center. In the event of a medical emergency, students should call 7333 campus emergency for ambu- lance help.

Where can I get Transport Information for transport to the train, mall, air- port, etc? See Transportation information on page 41.

I need to get a Guest Pass. The Residential Operations Center in Josselyn or the Campus Response Cen- ter in Main Lobby.

In an Emergency: Dial 7333 if you need immediate assistance from police, fire, ambulance, or medical personnel. Any other questions? College Information Center, extension 4636 (INFO) College Message Center, extension 5460 31

General Information The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center The Anne Hendricks Bass Director: James Mundy The Emily Hargroves Fisher ’57 and Richard B. Fisher Curator: Joel Smith The Philip and Lynn Straus Curator of Prints and Drawings: Patricia Pha- gan Registrar/Collections Manager: Joann M. Potter Assistant Regstrar: Karen Casey Hines Preparator: Bruce Bundock Coordinator of Public Education and Programs: Kelly Thompson Location: The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, main floor Open to the public, free admission Telephone: Extension 5237 Information Line - Loeb (5632) Hours: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Sunday Closed on Monday, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Copy Center Location: Main, first floor, S-180 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (during academic year) 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (during non-academic year) Telephone: Extension 5345 Website: http://copycenter.vassar.edu

Hours College Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week *after 2:00 a.m. access is through Main Building only

Campus Dining Location: All Campus Dining Center Telephone: Extension 5830 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday

Location: The Atrium, Walker Field House Extension 7820 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Friday

Location: The Retreat, College Center, South Atrium Telephone: Extension 7171 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday 12 noon - 11:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 32

Location: Java City Cafe, Students’ Building, third floor 12:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Monday through Sunday

Location: The Kiosk, College Center, North Atrium 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Location: The Vassar Express, College Center, second floor 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday

Location: Mathew’s Bean, Library

Libraries Main and Art 8:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-1:30 a.m., Sunday Special Collections 8:30 a.m.-12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Music 8:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Friday 12 Noon-7:00 p.m., Saturday 12:00 noon-11:00 p.m., Sunday

Security

Vassar College, as it is in all communities, finds it necessary to safeguard personal property and to be aware of established security regulations. The college employs men and women, both in uniform and plain clothes, dedicated to providing a safe, peaceful campus for your enjoyment and an environment conducive to academic endeavors. Vassar is one of the few colleges where a security officer is assigned to residence houses at night. These men and women are on campus for your help and protection. Should you need help, dial extension 7333. All suspicious circumstances and individuals should be reported to Security for investigation and evaluation. The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide upon request all cam- pus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education. Following are some steps you can take to protect yourself: 1. Keep your room locked whenever you go to sleep, or whenever you leave. 2. Never prop open a rear door or an exit door in a residence hall. 3. When walking at night avoid wooded areas of the campus. Travel in pairs or call the Escort Service (extension 7232), which is available from 7 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. 4. In case of assault yell “help” and keep yelling. Attempt to break away from your assailant and run toward lights or people. 5. Emergency telephones, identified by a blue light, are located on many paths and at the card entrance to all residence houses (except Main). These tele- phones, when activated by pushing the button, will immediately connect the caller with the Security Department at the C.R.C. (Campus Response Center). They should be used whenever a student feels in jeopardy. In order to safeguard your property and personal belongings: 1. Make a list of serial numbers, brand names, models, and descriptions of your valuable items. 33

2. Never leave your wallet, checkbook, or keys lying on top of your desk. Keep valuables hidden. 3. Should you lose your room key, report it to your House Advisor or the Resi- dential Operations Center. 4. Report any theft to Security (extension 5221) immediately. In the event of an emergency dial extension 7333. All other calls for assistance dial extension 5221. Special measures should be taken to avoid bicycle and car theft: 1. Record your bicycle’s description, serial number, and registration number. Bring this information to the Security Department, 39 New Hackensack Road, and register your bicycle. 2. Lock your bicycle in a bicycle rack with a strong lock linked through both wheels and frame. A Kryptonite lock is a good choice. 3. Park in a conspicuous place where people tend to congregate. 4. Lock doors and trunk when vehicle is not in use. Windows should be tightly closed. Do not leave keys in the ignition. 5. Put valuables and packages in the trunk; do not leave them in full view.

Campus Patrol Vassar College campus patrol is a fully student-operated complement to the college’s professional security force. We employ approximately 120 students. Campus patrol works with Security to provide the Vassar community, its people and its property, with the highest level of security and safety possible. We also strive to protect your environment after sundown in small but im- portant ways, by: • checking to see that all academic buildings are secured and undamaged when they are not in use; • keeping the campus well-lit and safe at night by reporting non-functioning lights to Facilities Operations; • occupying the patrol booths, which allows immediate radio contact to Se- curity and local emergency services whenever necessary. Our walking units patrol the campus, paying particular attention to anything suspicious which might endanger the community or property. Like Security, patrollers occasionally must ask to see a Vassar ID. Please remember that our primary goal is to keep the campus safe for you. Do not hesitate to contact us if you feel there is a way in which we could serve our community more effectively.

Escort and Shuttle Service Campus Patrol offers a walking escort service between all on-campus locations. The best way to be safe while walking around campus at night is with a partner, especially one in constant radio contact with the Security Department. By dial- ing extension 7232 you can have a Patroller arrive, usually within five minutes, to escort you, 7 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., Sunday - Thursday, 7 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday. After daylight savings time ends in Octoer escort service starts at 6:00 p.m. until it begins again in April. Campus Patrol also runs the Shuttle service that provides warm, dry transportation between on-campus locations on a regular schedule posted throughout campus. Additionally, in the last ten minutes of every hour, the Shuttle goes on request to College owned off-campus locations (Alumnae House, Cooper House, Watson House, LaGrange Ave., etc.). The hours of the Shuttle are 6 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Replacement of Student ID Cards Students who have lost their ID cards should contact the card office in the students’ building during the day, ext. 2273 (CARD), and the CRC at night 34 and on the weekend, ext. 5221. You may also report a lost card online, at http://card.vassar.edu.

Student Rooms and Personal Possessions • Any college property or condition requiring repair should be reported imme- diately to your House Advisor or the Residential Operations Center (ROC). • Steel Boxes. Steel boxes are provided in each student room for safe keeping of valuables. • Keys. Room and closet keys may be obtained from the Residential Operations Center (ROC). A charge is made if keys are not returned before commencement of the current school year when the room assignment terminates. Keys may not be transferred or duplicated. • Personal Possessions 1. The college does not move or store students’ personal possessions. Students should make their own arrangements for off-campus storage for summer or during a leave of absence. 2. The college cannot be responsible for damage to or loss of personal property. It is recommended that insurance be carried by students on their personal possessions.

Warning on Drug Use Vassar prides itself on maintaining an environment conducive to achieving the highest levels of learning, and constantly reevaluates the quality of life on campus. Drugs have no place in such an environment: they are very destructive of it, and are totally prohibited on campus. The college, through its confidential counseling and medical services, will try to get treatment for a user and has a continuing program to educate the community about the dangers of substance abuse. The college welcomes information that will help keep dealers off campus as getting proof of dealing is often difficult. The information received on dealers is shared with local police agencies and it is reasonable to assume that the police maintain their own surveillance both on and off-campus. New York State drug laws are stiff and the college cannot protect any member of the Vassar community from the law.

Sports and Athletics Sports Physicals Sports physicals are required for participation in all sports and performance activities. Only Vassar Health Service physicals are acceptable. Before the start of classes all new students interested in participating in varsity sports are invited to a meeting with the coaches of Vassar’s 25 varsity sports and the rugby clubs.

Intercollegiate Schedule Fall Cross Country, men Tennis, men Soccer, men Cross Country, women Tennis, women Soccer, women Volleyball, women Field Hockey, women Rowing, men Rugby, men (club) Rugby, women (club) Rowing, women Golf, women 35

Winter Basketball, men Fencing, men Squash, men Basketball, women Fencing, women Squash, women Swimming/Diving, men Swimming/Diving, women Volleyball, men

Spring Baseball, men Tennis, men Lacrosse, men Lacrosse, women Tennis, women Rowing, men Rowing, women Rugby, men (club) Rugby,women (club) Golf, women

Intramural Schedule See bulletin board in new athletic facility. Call extension 5347 for more infor- mation.

Fall Badminton 3 on 3 basketball 5 on 5 basketball Billiards Bowling Touch football Golf Golf (longest drive) Golf (closest to pin) Indoor soccer Outdoor soccer Ping Pong Softball Squash Team Handball Tennis Volleyball 3 v 3 volleyball Water Polo

Spring 3 on 3 basketball 5 on 5 basketball Badminton Billiards Bowling Chess Football Golf Golf (longest drive) Golf (closest to pin) Indoor soccer Outdoor soccer Ping Pong Softball Team Handball Tennis (singles) Volleyball Water Polo

Club Sports (initial meetings to be announced) Sponsored by the Vassar Student’s Association Cycling Sailing Track Equestrian Skiing Ultimate frisbee Softball

Athletic Facilities CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS Indoor Facilities—Kenyon Hall The Athletic and Fitness Center Hours—Subject to change—ID required 6:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Sunday Telephone: Extension 7822, 7451 or 7819 The new athletic and fitness facility includes a wood floor gym, an elevated running track, a 5,000 square foot weight training/cardiovascular facility, multipurpose room, locker rooms, administrative office and a laundry/uniform room. Walker Field House features a newly renovated tennis/multipurpose play- ing surface, indirect lighting, locker rooms, and a new 1,200 square foot sports medicine facility, as well as a six-lane swimming pool and diving well. The 42,250 square feet of floor space contains five tennis courts and playing areas 36 for numerous sports. Reservations for the use of these facilities may be made by calling extension 7451. Field house lockers are not assigned and it is recommended that you bring your own lock for security. Non-marking shoes only.

Pool Hours—ID required Open pool hours (lap swimming) are determined at the beginning of each semes- ter. Hours will be posted on the web, www.athletics.vassar.edu.

Outdoor Facilities Tennis Courts There are 13 tennis courts for the use of students and their guests. Guests must be accompanied by a student. It is the responsibility of the student to see that no one goes on the courts without smooth-soled tennis shoes.

Golf Course There is a nine-hole golf course on the campus that opens in April and closes in November, depending upon the weather. This is operated by an independent management company and not directly by the college. Fees are set by the inde- pendent management company. Special rates are given to members of the college community. Students must present ID cards. 473-1550

Basketball Court An outdoor basketball court is located at Kenyon Hall but is closed during construction.

Prentiss Field This area is used for intercollegiate varsity baseball, soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse. Smooth soles or pin spikes are required for track use.

Farm The rugby field is located here.

Josselyn Field Touch football and softball are played on this field.

Traditions Class Banner—At Spring Convocation, AAVC (Alumnae and Alumni of Vas- sar College) presents each senior class with a class banner in its color. All class banners are held at the AAVC office in the Alumnae House so they are readily available for display at the time of reunion.

Class Colors—The class colors are: ’05 green, ’06 yellow, ’07 blue, and ’08 red. Class Tree Day—Each class chooses or plants a tree on campus to become its class tree. In the spring a plaque is placed on the ground nearby and occasionally a party for the class is held. Specially chosen class trees dot the campus.

College Colors—Rose and gray. The colors symbolize the college’s unique founding mission: “The rose of sunlight breaking through the gray of women’s intellectual life,” as one student wrote home in 1870. In the college’s early years, students were required to wear the colors on public occasions. Today, a variety of rose and gray hues represent the college colors. 37

Convocation—Twice a year, in the fall and spring, the college community gathers in the chapel to hear from the president of the college, the president of the Vassar Student Association, and a special speaker who is usually a member of the faculty. The faculty and seniors dress in their academic robes. The fall convocation is the official opening of the academic year at Vassar. Following Fall Convocation a photograph is taken of the Freshman Class and following Spring Convocation the Senior Class is photographed.

Daisy Chain—The most famous of the Vassar traditions. A chain of daisies and laurel is carried at commencement by a group of sophomore women (the seniors’ sister class) who are chosen by the senior class council. A group of sophomore men are chosen as well, to usher at graduation. Daisy Chain members and ushers assist the senior class in activities during commencement week and with arrange- ments for the senior prom.

Dear Robert Lewis Stevenson—The traditional way of remembering the quad dorms by first letters—Davison, Raymond, Lathrop, and Strong.

Founder’s Day—This is the day each spring when the college celebrates Matthew Vassar’s (our founder) birthday with a Saturday of carnival rides, live music, and fireworks. It’s the oldest tradition and started with a surprise birthday party for MV on April 29, 1866. This year Founder’s Day will be held on April 30, 2005.

Matriculation—A new student officially becomes a member of the student body when he or she pledges to uphold the standards of Vassar College by signing the Book of Matriculation at freshman registration.

Primal Scream—Primal Scream is the ghostly sound of hundreds of voices scream- ing in unison in the Quad at midnight on the eve of final exams. The Scream unofficially marks the beginning of exam week.

Reunion—The annual Reunion in June is when more than 1500 alumnae/i come back for a weekend of parties, programs, and lots of talk and friendship. (The alumnae/i association—AAVC—looks for students to work that weekend, so keep your eyes open for notices right after spring break if you’re interested.)

Salve Night—Traditionally, the Wednesday of the last week of spring classes. At this time all juniors become seniors, and the new officers of the student govern- ment take office. The afternoon and evening are filled with much festivity—and noise—as tradition indicates that all juniors must ring the bell on the roof of Main Building in order to become seniors.

Serenading—The upperclassmen’s special welcome to the incoming class. The members of the upper classes serenade the new students in each house with their class songs. The first-year students in each house respond with a song composed for the occasion. The event climaxes when all classes and each house sing their songs for a group of administrators, and the senior class officers selects the winner.

Sporting the Oak—Considered very discourteous to disregard, this “Do Not Disturb” sign refers to either frantic cramming or ultimate despair, and indicates the occupant of the room does not wish to be disturbed. The phrase originated at Oxford where a closed oak door (sporting the oak) meant the occupant was to be left alone.

Tea in the Rose Parlor—One of the newest traditions at Vassar. According to College Historian Elizabeth Adams Daniels ’41, the custom started in the mid-1970s after dining moved from the dorms to ACDC. It does have its roots, 38 however, in a custom of daily tea for faculty (no longer served), which started in 1925. Tea is served every weekday at 3:00 p.m.

Vassar Devil—A rich ice cream and cake concoction which is a traditional specialty of the college. No one should graduate without having one of these.

Off Campus Food and Drink Fast Food Burger King Drive-thru open Mon - Sat: 6:00am - Midnight, Sunday: 7:00am - 11:00pm. Lobby is open Mon - Thurs: 6:00am -10:00pm, Fri and Sat.: 6:00am - 11:00pm, Sunday: 7:00am 10:00pm. 53 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie; 452-7304.

Dunkin’ Donuts Open 24 hours daily, 7 days a week. 764 Main St., Poughkeep- sie; 473-3410.

Kentucky Fried Chicken Drive-thru is open all week 11:00am - 9:30pm (drive thru closes at 10:00pm). 750 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-2237

McDonald’s Inside service available Mon - Sun.: 6:00am - 1:00am (nice weather); 6:00am Midnight (Winter). Drive-thru service available 24 hours, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 729 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 473-3323.

Planet Wings of Poughkeepsie Open Mon - Fri: 10:30am - 10:30pm, Sat.: 10:30am - 11:30pm, Sunday 11:00am - 10:00pm. 71 Dutchess Turnpike, Pough- keepsie; 485-9464.

Subway Open Mon - Sat: 8:00am - 9:00pm, Sunday: 10:00am - 7:00pm. 21 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie; 454-8412.

Taco Bell Open 7 days a week, 10:00am - 11:00pm. 755 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-3381.

Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers Open Mon - Sun.: 10:30am - 1:00am. 733 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-8124.

Pizza Restaurants Da Vinci’s Brick Oven Pizza serves up quality pizza in an informal setting. Close to campus, delivery available. Mon - Thurs: 11:00am - 10:00pm. Fri - Sat: 11:00am - 1:00am, Sun: 1:00pm 9:00pm. 2 LaGrange Avenue, Suite 7, Pough- keepsie, 471-7191.

Gino’s Pizza Restaurant offers delivery service. Open Tues - Sat.: 11:00am 11:00pm, Sunday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm. Closed Mondays. 706 Main St., Pough- keepsie; 454-2525

Napoli & Sicilia Pizza. Popular for its speedy deliveries, the restaurant is open Mon - Sun.: 11:00am - 9:00pm (10:00pm depending on crowd), but is closed on Sundays during the summer, when Vassar College is on holidays. Delivery during school year until 2:00am. 256 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie; 471-9213.

Pizza Hut. 432 South Rd., Poughkeepsie; 471-2900: Dine-in service available, as well as take-out. NO delivery service offered at this location. 39

Pizzeria Uno features a varied menu with luncheon and dinner specials. Open Mon - Fri: 11:00am 12 midnight, Sat: 11:00am - 1:00am. Bar last call at 1:30am. Sun 12:00pm - 11:00pm. 842 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-4930.

*Tony’s Pizza Pit. No delivery service, but the restaurant is a quick walk from campus. Open Mon - Wed: 10:30am - 10:00pm, Thurs-Sat 10:30am - 11:00pm, Sun 10:30am - 10:00pm. 786 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 471-4110.

Restaurants WD=Within 10 minutes walking distance from campus. VC=Student discount. P=Suggested for parents. Veg=Vegetarian entrees available. Average price per entree: $=Less than $8. $$=$8-$12. $$$=$12-$18 $$$$=18 and up. *=Accepts V-Card

The Acropolis Diner. The Diner’s brightest asset are its hours, as this restaurant never turns its lights off — a great place to cure a late night craving. The Acropolis menu includes everything from dinners to desserts, bagels to beverages. Beer and wine are also served. Conveniently located at 829 Main St., Poughkeepsie. Call 452-6255. WD, Veg, $$.

Babycakes offers delectables desserts and more right off campus on Collegeview Avenue, the chef/owners are CIA grads with a knack for wholesome ingredients. Open Tues - Sat: 8:00am - 6:00pm; Sun: 9:00am - 3:00pm. Collegeview Avenue (next to the Beechtree), Poughkeepsie. WD, Veg, P. $$.

Beech Tree Grill is a favorite dinner locale for many Vassar students as it is close to the campus and boasts reasonable prices in a classy atmosphere. Open every day from 11:30am to 11:30pm. 13 Collegeview Ave., Poughkeepsie; 471-7279. WD, P, Veg, $$ - $$$.

The Brass Anchor Restaurant serves both continental and seafood. Vegetar- ian dishes are available on request. Summer schedule: Sun - Thurs 11:30am - 10:00pm, Fri - Sat 11:30am - 11:00pm. Winter schedule: Sun - Thurs 11:30am - 9:00pm, Fri - Sat 11:3Oam - 10:00pm. 31 River Point Rd., Poughkeepsie; 452- 3232. P, $$.

Buffet 2000, offers Chinese food buffet style for dining in as well as take out. Open daily, 11:30am - 10:00pm. Dutchess Center, Route 44, Poughkeepsie; 4852002. P. Veg, $$.

Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse Open Mon - Thurs 11:30am - 10:00pm, Fri and Sat 11:30am - 10:30pm, Sun 12:00pm - 9:00pm. 804 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, in front of The Galleria; 2972200. P. $$$.

Cappucino by Coppola’s specializes in Italian and Continental cuisine with seasonal outdoor dining. Reservations suggested. Open Mon - Fri: 11:30am 10:00pm, Saturday: 10:30am 10:00pm, Sunday: 10:30 am - 9:00pm. Located at 568 South Rd., Route 9, Poughkeepsie. Call 462-4545 for reservations. Veg, $$.

Castillo Español. Spanish cuisine from northern Spain. Open 11:30am 10:00pm 40 all week. Lunch $6.95 - $10.95; dinner $11.95 - $23.95. 763 Main St., Pough- keepsie; 452-5924. P, Veg. $$$.

Chan’s Peking Kitchen III. Average priced Chinese food. Vassar students’ favor- ite. Great food, great prices. Open Mon - Thurs: 11:00am - 10:30pm, Fri and Sat: 11:00am - 11:00pm, Sun: 12:00pm - 10:00pm 48 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie; 471-7830. WD, Veg, $.

Le Chambord Restaurant and Inn serves fine French cuisine, nouvelle et classique. Reservations required. The restaurant is open for lunch: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm (no lunch served Saturday or Sunday) and dinner: Mon - Fri: 6:00pm - 10:00pm, Sat: 6:00pm - 11:00pm and Sun: 3:00pm - 9:00pm. 2737 Route 52, Hopewell Junction; 221-1941. P, $$$$.

Christos Restaurant Inc. serves a wide selection of Continental cuisine. Reserva- tions recommended for weekends. Open Tues - Sat.: - Lunch: 11:30am 2:00pm, dinner: 5:30pm 9:00pm. Closed Mondays and Sundays for private parties. 155 Wilbur Blvd., Poughkeepsie; 4713400. P, Veg, $$ lunch, $$$$ dinner.

Coppola’s & Cordon Bleu Caterers specialize in Italian and Continental cuisine. Reservations suggested. Open Tues - Thurs: 11:00am - 9:00pm, Fri - Sat: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday: 12:00pm - 9:00pm (dinner menu all day), closed Mondays. Holiday brunches available for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Easter. 825 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-3040. Veg, $$.

The Culinary Institute of America features four restaurants. Call 2-3 months in advance to make reservations, which are required. Lunch: 11:30am - 2:30pm, dinner: 6:30pm 9:00pm. Closed between lunch and dinner. The Escoffier Room, French restaurant, serving haute cuisine. Open Tues - Sat. for lunch and dinner. P, Veg, $$$$. The American Bounty Restaurant, features American regional cuisine. Open Tues - Sat. for lunch and dinner. P, Veg, $$$$. St. Andrew’s Café, features well-balanced, delicious meals that meet sound nutritional guidelines. Open Mon Fri. for lunch and dinner. P, Veg, $$$. Caterina de Medici, Italian restaurant emphasizing regional Italian cuisine. Open Mon - Fri. for lunch and dinner. P, Veg, $$$$. Route 9, Hyde Park; 4716608.

*Dickens Restaurant serves English food in an American rendition of an English pub. Open Mon Thurs: 11:30am - 9:00pm, Fri + Sat.: 11:30am - 10:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm. 796 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 454-7322. WD, Veg, $$.

Dutch Cabin: Southwestern Mexican cuisine with happy hour specials and reasonable beer, bar and frozen drink prices. The Restaurant is open Sun - Wed: 11:30am - 10:00pm; Thurs, Fri, Sat: 11:30am - 11:00pm. The bar is open until close (usually before 4am). 34 Fairmont Ave., Poughkeepsie; 471-7870. WD, P, $$.

El Bracero. This is as close to taking a trip to Mexico as you can get without getting on a plane. Serves authentic Mexican food from Qaxaco. Open every day 11:00am - 10:00pm. Open until 11:00pm on weekends. Closed Tuesdays. 581 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 485-9679. Veg, $.

Fortune Cooky serves reasonably priced Cantonese, Polynesian and Szechuan food in a stereotypical atmosphere. A favorite because of their large servings and nearby location. Open Tues - Fri: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday: 12:00pm 10:00pm. Closed on Mondays. 28 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie; 473-8388. WD, Veg, $$. 40 41

Gentleman Jim’s offers moderately priced steak and seafood everyday. They have their own microbrew beer. The restaurant is open Tue - Thurs: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Fri and Sat.: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday: 1:30pm - 8:30pm, closed Mondays. Bar continues to serve food after dining area closes. Bar opens one hour before dining room every day. Located at 112 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie. Reservations can be made at 485-5467. P, Veg (on request), $$.

*Julie’s Restaurant. Specializing in Mediterranean Italian food, Julie’s serves delicious, homecooked breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Combined with excel- lent service and very reasonable prices, this restaurant can’t be beat for quiet meals with a friend. Open Mon and Thurs 7:00am 8:00pm, Tues, Wed, Fri 7:00am - 3:00pm, Sat and Sun 8:00am - 2:00pm. 49 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie; 452-6078. WD, P, Veg, $.

Le Pavilion features French and Normandy cuisine. Saturday night’s dinner costs $32 and includes several courses of fine food. Open 5:30pm - 10:00pm daily. Open for special luncheons etc. by reservation. 230 Salt Point Turnpike; 473-2525. Veg, $$$.

Mariner’s on the Hudson serves wonderful fresh seafood, down on the Hudson. Open 11:00am 11:00pm daily. 46 River Rd., Highland (two minutes from the Mid-Hudson Bridge); 691-6011. P, Veg, $$$.

Milanese Restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine. Friendly, family style service. Open Tues Thurs: 11:30am - 10:00pm, Fri 11:30am - 11:00pm, Sat 12:00pm - 11:00pm, Sun 12:00pm 10:00pm. Closed Mondays. 115 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 471-9533. Veg, $$.

The Mill House Panda serves gourmet Chinese food seven days a week. Rooms available for private parties. Open Mon - Thurs: 11:30am - 9:00pm, Fri 11:30am - 10:00pm, Sat 5:00pm 10:00pm, Sun 4:00pm - 9:00pm. 289 Mill St., Pough- keepsie; 454-2530. P, Veg, $$.

Miss Saigon Restaurant offers quality Vietnamese cuisine close to Vassar campus. Good meals for good prices. Open for lunch Mon - Fri 12:00pm - 2:00pm. Open for dinner Mon - Sun 5:00pm - 10:00pm. 25 LaGrange Avenue, Poughkeepsie. 485-9706. WD, P, Veg, $$.

Mole Mole Open Mon - Sat 10:00am - 9:30pm. Closed Sundays. 805 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 452-9704. $$.

Rio Bravo Mexican Cantina serves Mexican food. Open Mon - Fri 11:00am - 10:00pm, Sat 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm. Bar open till 4:00am Mon thru Saturday, 2:00am on Sunday, depending on customers. 5 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie; 486-5119. WD, P, Veg, $$.

River Station specializes in seafood and steaks. Ask for a table on the second floor, which overlooks the Hudson River. Seasonal outdoor dining. Open Sun - Thurs: 11:30am - 9:00pm, Fri Sat.: 11:30am - 10:00pm. Bar is open until the crowd lets up. 1 Water St. (corner of Main St. and Water St.), Poughkeepsie; 452-9207. P, $$$.

Saigon Café offers self-described “nouvelle cuisine of the East” in a setting close to campus. Vietnamese food served up the way you like it. Take out available. Open Mon - Fri: 11:30am 3:00pm, 5:00pm 10:00pm, Sat: 12:00pm - 10:00pm, Sun: 42

5:00pm - 9:30pm. 6A LaGrange Avenue, Poughkeepsie. 473-1392. Veg, WD, $.

Spanky’s Restaurant. Dining in the atmosphere of New Orleans is indication enough that Spanky’s specializes in Cajun cuisine. Open Mon - Thurs: 11:30am - 10:00pm, Fri and Sat.: 11:00am 11:00pm (Lunch and dinner served), Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm (Dinner menu). There is an “early edition” dinner available Monday to Thursday for a fixed price of $9.95. 85 Main St., Poughkeepsie; 485- 2294. $$.

Tokyo Express relishes guests with made-to-order sushi at reasonable prices in a surprisingly sophisticated setting.

*Woodstock Home Style Kitchen serves a variety of home-style meals in a cozy atmosphere. They are well known for their rotisserie chicken. Open daily, 11:00am - 10:00pm, Sun. 11:00am 9:00pm. 535 Haight Ave., Poughkeepsie; 471-1700. $$

*Zorona Café and Catering offers the best deal on the block. Falafel, Babaga- noush, etc. etc. Middle eastern cuisine served up one minute from the Vassar gates. Definitely worth the 1 minute walk for the great food at astonishingly low prices.. Open every day 11:45am - 9:00pm. 50 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie. 471-8838. Veg, P, WD, $.

Transportation Travel Information County bus service for the entire Dutchess County area may be obtained by calling Dutchess County Transportation Information Center, 485-4690. The information center is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Stewart Airport Located approximately 40 minutes by car from the Vassar campus, the airport is serviced by American Airlines, Delta, and USAir. (845) 564-2100

Trains The Poughkeepsie Train Station is serviced by Amtrak (800-872-7245) and Metro-North (800-638-7646). Metro-North goes south to Grand Central Station in New York City and Amtrak goes both north to Albany and south to Pennsyl- vania Station in New York City. Call for schedule information.

Bus The most economical local transportation to and from Vassar College is a pub- lic bus line. The bus stops at the corner of Raymond Avenue and Collegeview Avenue hourly at 25 minutes past the hour. It then travels a route to the down town area and local shopping. Schedule and route information may be obtained by calling Poughkeepsie City Bus transportation, 451-4118. For transportation throughout Dutchess County, including service to Mill- brook, Rhinebeck, and the South Hills and Galleria shopping centers, the Loop bus is available. Information about the Loop is available at the Dutchess County Transportation Information center, 485-4690. Daily bus service is available to New York City, Long Island, West Point, and Binghamton. For southbound buses call Shortline Buses (800-631-8405). For northbound buses call Trailways (800-225-6815). 43

Cab A sometimes necessary alternative to local bus service is the Poughkeepsie cab service. Dutchess Express, 471-1100, and Yellow Cab, 454-2500, are frequently used. At popular travel times, especially around vacation periods, it is wise to order your cab early.

Shared Transportation Through the Ride Board, located behind The Kiosk in the College Center, you can advertise for a ride and find rides being offered. Rides may also be offered or found by tacking dated notices on bulletin boards located on either side of the lobby in the Students’ Building.

Motor Vehicles Students are permitted to have cars on campus, subject to the regulations of the college. Please see the Vassar College Regulations for complete information on motor vehicles.

Bicycles Bicycling is a popular method of transportation at Vassar. In the past, the Outing Club has organized several trips for cyclists each year. The campus and the sur- rounding landscape of the Hudson Valley provide excellent areas for excursions. Regulations concerning the use and registration of bicycles may be found in the Vassar College regulations handbook. 44

Administrative Organization Chart

Instructional Media Instructional Services Vice President Vice Computing for Services Information

Assistant to the the to Assistant President Campus Activities Campus Life Campus Career Development Center College Students of Dean Counseling Service and Disability Support Education Health Services Service Health Life Residential Studies of Dean and Learning Teaching for Office Center and Fellowship Preprof. Dining Campus Fellow House Advising Program Center ALANA and Religious Life Spiritual Security Student Employment

Conferences and Conferences Summer Program Parents Programs Relations Media Publications Events Special Relations Trustee Development Web President Vice President for for President Vice Relations College of Dean College the BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF BOARD

EO/AA Office EO/AA of Director Faculty Action Affirmative Academic and Departments Admission Programs Athletics Work Field Aid Financial Lehman Frances Center Art Loeb Office Grants Libraries Office Registrar’s Wimpfheimer School Nursery Dean of of Dean Faculty the

Annual Fund Annual Development Office Data Central Processing Gifts Leadership Planning Gift and Corporate Foundation Development Relations Research Programs Regional Stewardship Committee Parents Vice President President Vice Development for Vassar Quarterly Vassar Editor

AAVC Board of Directors of Board AAVC Executive Director Administrative Services and Budget Planning and Buildings Services Grounds Services Accounting Payroll Payable Accounts Accounts Student and Purchasing Resources Human Receiving and Investments Project Capital Finance Vice President President Vice and Finance for Administration

45 Photos available in print edition. Images removed from PDF to conserve file size.

Ron Sharp Ron Faculty the of Dean Brown Diana the to Assistant Studies of Dean Giusti L. Engenio 2007 of Class to Advisor

Judy (“JJ”) Jackson (“JJ”) Judy College the of Dean Brown “DB” H. David Students of Dean Giannini J. Daniel Registrar

Bret L. Ingerman L. Bret for President Vice and Computing Services Information Borus M. David and Admission of Dean Aid Financial Fraher P. Michael Aid Financial of Director -

Elizabeth Eismeier Elizabeth for President Vice Adminis and Finance tration Beverly Sharon Athletics of Director Ehlers A. Karen Student of Director Employment

Susan DeKrey Susan for President Vice Relations College Balderrama Sylvia Counseling of Director Services Dunn Leslie Learning the of Director Center Teaching and

Catherine Baer Catherine for President Vice Development M.D. Balawajder, Irena Health of Director Services Davis Susan for Consultant Advising Professional

Frances D. Fergusson D. Frances President Pounder Robert the to Assistant President Correll Susan Studies/ of Dean Assistant Abroad Study of Director 46 Photos available in print edition. Images removed from PDF to conserve file size.

Don Marsala Don Security of Director Quinn Teresa Campus of Director Activities

Lisa Kooperman Lisa Office the of Director and Fellowships of Advising Professional Pittman Edward the of Dean Associate Life Campus for College Susan Zlotnick Susan 2006 of Class to Advisor

Peter Leonard Peter Work Field of Director Parker P. Raymon of Dean Associate College the III Thompson Alexander Studies of Dean

Maureen King Maureen Campus of Director Dining Pape Sabrina Library the of Director Speers Sam and Religious of Director Life Spiritual

Belinda Guthrie Belinda the of Dean Associate College/Equal and Opportunity Action Affirmative Officer Nichols H. Faith of Dean Associate Students/Director Life Residential of Soucy Michelle Health of Director Education

Mihai Grunfeld Mihai 2005 of Class to Advisor Mundy James Bass Hendricks Anne the of Director Lehman Frances Center Art Loeb Sadowsky Stephen Freshmen of Dean

Andrew Meade Andrew of Dean the to Assistant College the Ramos Yolanda the of Director Center ALANA Clare D. Graham D. Clare of Director Development Career 47

Directory of College Offices and Services Senior Officers of the College Office of the President President: Frances D. Fergusson Office: Main, second floor Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 7200 The president is the executive officer of the board of trustees, the administrative officer of the college, and the chair of the faculty. The president announces on her bulletin board monthly office hours for stu- dents who want to drop by without an appointment. Students wishing a special appointment with the president should first see the assistant to the president or the student assistant to the president.

Acting Assistant to the President: John Feroe (a-term) Assistant to the President: Robert L. Pounder (b-term) Student Assistant to the President: Emma White ’05 Director of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Belinda Guthrie Faculty Director of Affirmative Action: Patricia B. Wallace College Historian: Elizabeth Daniels

Office of the Dean of the Faculty Dean of the Faculty: Ronald Sharp Associate Dean: Robert Suter Associate Dean: Jill Schneiderman Director of Academic Administration: Judith Hanna Director of Academic Services: Kathleen A. Brown ’98 Office: Main, first floor, N-104 Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and by appointment Telephone: Extension 5300 The dean of the faculty is the chief academic officer of the college and is in charge of the execution of all educational policies adopted by the faculty as they relate to the departments of instruction. The dean of the faculty is responsible for the continuing study of the education offered by the College and for initiating changes in curriculum and in educational policy as they are needed. The office of the dean of the faculty includes the offices of admission, grants administration, the athletics program, field work, financial aid, and the Registrar. The chairs of departments and directors of multidisciplinary programs are responsible to the dean of the faculty. Under the jurisdiction of the dean of the faculty are the libraries, the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, and the Wimpfheimer Nursery School The dean of the faculty works closely with the Academic Executive of the Vas- sar Student Association, with the members of the Student Advisory Committee, and with student representatives on the Committee on Curricular Policies and the Committee on Computing and Educational Technology. Students wishing to meet with the dean of faculty should schedule an ap- pointment with the executive assistant at extension 5300. 48

Office of the Dean of the College Dean of the College: Judy “JJ” Jackson Office: Main, second floor Dean of Students: David H. “DB” Brown Associate Dean of the College: Raymon Parker Associate Dean of the College/Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Officer: Belinda Guthrie Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life: Edward Pittman ’82 Assistant to the Dean of the College: Andrew Meade Office: Main, second floor, Rm 223 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday The dean of the college is responsible for those offices which assist students with both their academic and their non-academic affairs. The dean of the college oversees the activities of the Offices of the Dean of Studies; the Dean of Students; and Fellowships, Graduate Studies, and Pre-professional Advising. In addition, the dean is responsible for oversight of campus security, career development, the ALANA Center, religious and spiritual life, campus dining, the campus life office, campus activities, I.D. card office, and student employment. The dean is also the senior officer responsible for the development and the implementation, through the committee on college life, of college regulations and disciplinary actions.

Office of the Vice President for College Relations Vice President for College Relations: Susan DeKrey Production Coordinator: Janet Allison Staff Writer: Emery Bernhard Web Administrator: Megg Brown Executive Producer, Powerhouse Theater; Associate Director, Conferences and Summer Programs: Beth Fargis-Lancaster Director of Web Development: Carolyn Guyer Director of Media Relations: Jeff Kosmacher Graphic Design Director/Publications Manager: George Laws Web Designer: Kara Lynn Director of Conferences and Summer Programs: Karen Minturn Graphic Designer/Production Manager: Charles Mosco Web Designer: Chris Silverman Assistant Director for Conferences and Summer Programs: Antonia Sweet Digital Imaging Intern: Tamar Thibodeau Web Designer: Donny Truong Editorial Director: Julia Van Develder Office: Main, second floor Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 7400 The vice president for college relations is responsible for Vassar’s efforts in pub- lic relations, public affairs, publications, the college Web site, conferences and summer programs, the Powerhouse summer theater program, trustee relations, the parents program, and certain special events. The director oversees the dis- semination of news about the college internally and externally, including the design and organization of the college’s Web site, develops relationships with the press, the area community, government officials, alumnae/i, and other external constituencies, and serves as spokesperson for the college. Students should consult the college relations office regarding arrangements with representatives of the press for press interviews or visits on campus. Copies of the catalogue, campus maps, and other college publications are available at the publications office. 49

The office seeks information about projects, publications, programs, and other activities of students for Vassar’s three newsletters.

Office of the Vice President for Development Vice President for Development: Catherine E. Baer Director of Reunion and Class Giving: Ryan L. Hart ’91 Director of Development for Operations: Mary Carole Starke Director of Gift Planning: Heather Gelles Ebner ’94 Director of Development for Principal and Leadership Gifts: Jennifer Sachs Dahnert Director of Development for Regional Programs: John S. Mihaly ’74 Director of Corporate, Foundation and Government Relations: James M. Olson Office: Old Laundry Building Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5400 The vice president for development supervises all college fundraising efforts. The directors of leadership gifts, gift planning, reunion giving, class giving and corporation and foundation relations are responsible for capital endowment and expendable gifts. The Annual Fund solicits unrestricted gifts from alumnae/i, parents, and friends each year to help close the gap between college fees and the actual cost to the college to educate each student. The Fund office also assists undergraduate classes in establishing and managing the Senior Class gift.

Office of the Vice President for Finance and Administration Vice President for Finance and Administration: Elizabeth Eismeier Office: Main, second floor Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5500 The vice president for finance and administration oversees the business and financial affairs of the College, including budgeting, long-range financial plan- ning, investments and endowment management, facilities operations, campus planning and new construction, financial reporting, employment and employee benefits administration, and general administrative functions such as purchasing contract administration, insurance, and real estate. Reporting to the vice president are the associate vice president and controller, the director of administrative services, the executive director of buildings and grounds services, the director of budget and planning, the director of human resources, and the director of investments and capital project finance. (Separate listings appear in the Student Handbook for Buildings and Grounds Services, Vassar College Bookstore, Copy Center, Student Telecommunications Office, Post Office, Office of Accounting Services, Receiving)

An alphabetical listing of college offices follows:

AAVC [Alumnae and Alumni of Vassar College] Executive Director: Patricia Duane Lichtenberg, ’90 Director of Alumnae/i Relations for Operations: Willa McCarthy, ’92 Associate Director Alumnae/i Relations: Stephen Ashton Director Alumnae/i Relations for Programs: Cathy Lunn 50

Editor, Vassar Quarterly: Samantha Soper, ’91 Assistant Editor, Vassar Quarterly: Micah Buis ’02 Alumnae/i Program Coordinator: Kathy Krauss Systems Administrator: Nancy Wanzer Web Administrator: TBA Alumnae House General Manager: Patrick Hart Office: Alumnae House, 161 College Avenue 12603-2804 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: (845) 437-5445 Closed for renovations. Opening again in late fall. AAVC keeps Vassar’s 34,000 alumnae and alumni in touch with each other and the college through its quarterly magazine, reunions on campus and around the world, 50 regional clubs, 6 affiliate groups, special interest programs, and travel programs. AAVC provides opportunities for Vassar activists to help with student recruitment, career networking, and scholarship fundraising. The organization manages Alumnae House which not only serves as headquarters for the national alumnae/i organization, but also offers overnight accommodations to members of the extended Vassar community (your family members, for example), weekday lunches in the Pub, and an elegant setting for catered events.

Office of Admission Dean of Admission and Financial Aid: David Borus Associate Directors: Nancy Rubsam, J. C. Tesone Assistant Directors: Timothy Pellett, Khambay Khamsyvoravong, Daniel Klasik, Krystal Tribbett Admission Counselor: Karyn Blaser Office: Carol and James Kautz Admission House Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 7300 The Office of Admission oversees activities related to the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of new, full-time, degree-seeking students. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply to this office as tour guides or senior interns. The Office of Admission also welcomes volunteers to assist with a wide range of activities, which include hosting prospective students, and representing Vassar at high schools in their respective communities.

Audio Visual Resource Center (see Instructional Media Resources)

Bookstore Vassar College Bookstore Manager: Michael Blakes Location: College Center, lower level, north atrium Hours: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday 11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday Telephone: Extension 5870 The College Bookstore carries textbooks, trade books, school supplies, room furnishings,telephones and accessories, electronics, sweatshirts, art posters, gifts, food, fresh flowers and photo processing. Purchases may be charged to Vassar ID, MC/VISA, AMEX or Discover cards. 51

Buildings and Grounds Services Executive Director of Buildings and Grounds Services, Facilities Planning, and Construction: Patrick Miller Associate Executive Director of Buildings and Grounds Services: Jeffrey Horst Director of Capital Construction & Campus Planning: Thomas Allen Office: Buildings and Grounds Service Center Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 7270 The Executive Director of Buildings and Grounds is responsible for the operation and maintenance of buildings, grounds, custodial services, and new construc- tion.

Service Response Manager: Tracy L. Smith, Ext. 7782 Office: Buildings and Grounds Service Center Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5555 The scheduler coordinates all work of the Buildings and Grounds services depart- ment and receives all requests for services from college departments.

Office of Campus Activities Associate Dean of the College: Raymon P. Parker Director of Campus Activities: Teresa Quinn Assistant Director: Kendra Swee Assistant Director: Michelle Ranson Office: College Center, north atrium, first floor Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5370 The director of campus activities acts as adviser to student organizations and programming groups. All questions about organizing and scheduling events should be directed to the Office of Campus Activities. The Susan Stein Shiva Theater, the Cafe, the Students Building, and College Center facilities and activities come under the supervision of this office, as well as the scheduling and preparation of the Vassar College calendar—a weekly calendar of programs and activities. Arrangements for commencement, convocation, and academic dress are made through this office. Travel buses, as well as program planning and the Student Activities Resource Center, (SARC), are coordinated through the campus activities office.

Calendar Office (Part of the Office of Campus Activities) This office is responsible for This Month at Vassar, and handles arrangements for: • Noncollege speakers • Date, time, and location of all special events and meetings. Before making a commitment for an event the calendar office must be consulted about the best possible dates. As many as two dates may be held for one speaker. Because of the crowding of the calendar, it is important that confirmed dates for speakers be registered on the calendar as far in advance as possible. (Guidelines for scheduling events are listed in the Handbook for Department Chairs and are also available in the Office of Campus Activities.) 52

Scheduled events are listed in a searchable calendar on the web. From the Vas- sar home page go to Infosite and click on campus activities calendar. This Month at Vassar is published every month during the academic year. The deadline for submitting information will be listed on each preceding monthly calendar.

College Center College Center Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After 2:00 a.m. access is through Main Building only. The College Center houses the Office of Campus Activities; post office; Matthew’s Mug; the multi-purpose room; 12 computer terminals on second floor; lounges; meeting rooms; a community darkroom; the James W. Palmer III ’90 Gallery, the College Information Center, student offices (including those for the Vassar Student Association, the Miscellany News, WVKR, the senior class council, Philaletheis, The Vassarion, Campus Patrol, and the ViCE). The college community should be aware of the following College Center policies: The Vassar College Center is for the use of the Vassar community and all guests to the center must be accompanied by a member of the Vassar community or be issued a guest pass. No pets, bicycles or smoking are permitted in the center.

Bulletin Boards: All bulletin boards in the College Center are under the supervi- sion of the director of campus activities. Students are held responsible for all official notices on the bulletin boards in Main and in their houses and those printed in the college newspapers. General regulations for use of bulletin boards follow; special instructions are posted: • All posters and notices must be stamped at the College Information Center before being posted. • Posters should not project over framework or windows. • Notices should be posted on designated boards only. • These regulations will be enforced by the director of Campus Activities. Additional posting policies can be found in the College Regulations.

Special Policies • No student may act as an agent on campus for any company or organization, including travel agencies, without permission from the director of campus activities. • Permission is needed from the director of campus activities for any individual or organization to solicit funds, sell articles, or sell services on campus. • No door-to-door solicitation of students or special promotional meetings in the residence halls will be permitted. All solicitation and selling must be done in the College Center. Regulations concerning the time and place and permission forms may be secured from the Office of Campus Activities. • No commercial enterprise may be undertaken that does not provide a neces- sary service or educational benefit to the college community. Such enterprises are subject to approval from the director of campus activities.

College Message Center Location: Main Building, first floor Telephone: Extension “0” This is a general information bureau and telephone office. All calls using the central Vassar number—845/437-7000—are received and dispatched through a central switchboard located in the college Message Center.

Computer Store Manager: John McCormick 53

Location: College Center, north atrium Hours: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: (845) 437-7252 Web Site: computerstore.vassar.edu The Computer Store carries Apple Computers and accessories at educational discount for the Vassar community. We are an authorized repair center for Apple products. The “Higher Education Discount” is also available on software and pe- ripherals for both the Mac and Windows platform. Purchases may be charged to MC/VISA or AMEX. Items under $200.00 may be charged to your Vassar ID.

Copy Center Location: Main, first floor, S-180 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5345 The Copy Center does offset printing and has three quick copy machines. Consult the center for rates.

Student Telecommunications Office is located in Main Building room M-S185. For information regarding office hours dial extension 7014.

Telephones Telephone jacks are provided in each student room. Students provide their own modular phones. On-campus calls are free, and local and long-distance service is available for a fee. The line number is affixed to the jack and all student phones have the prefix 451. To request assistance in an emergency: Dial 7333 ANY TIME—report name of residence hall and exact location to the operator.

Post Office Location: College Center Hours: Monday through Friday Open 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Telephone: Extension 5455 All mail must include the following address information: Name, Box Number, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604. A campus mail service is maintained for the college community for material which would be considered first class government mail. Nothing of an advertising nature is permitted. Every note must be enclosed in an envelope. Bulletins or notices by faculty or student organizations for the general information of the college com- 1 munity should be prepared on paper no smaller than 5 /2" x 8" in size, and must be folded. Airborne Express and United Parcel Service shipments are received through Receiving and you will be notified by phone, e-mail or message. You will be noti- fied of Express Mail and parcel post by e-mail.

Campus Life Office Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life: Edward Pittman Office: Main, first floor, N163 Ext. 5426 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 54

The Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life advises students on appropri- ate channels for conflict resolution, responses to campus community concerns, bias-related incidents, and regarding relevant college policies, procedures, and resources. The Associate Dean listens in an impartial manner and may suggest actions or strategies to address concerns or complaints, but does not participate in any formal proceedings or hearings. A listing of Regulations Advisory Persons (RAP) who are trained to give objective advice about available resources is also available from the office. Students often visit the office when they: • need help in clarifying or resolving a conflict • feel that they have been treated unfairly and don’t know where to turn • want to discuss a sensitive issue on an interpersonal or group level • are unsure of which policies, procedures, or regulations apply to them; want advice on how to file or respond to student regulations charges. • are interested in campus projects relating to campus life All conversations remain confidential, except in cases where there is imminent harm to the visitor, to the college community, to others, or in situations where the law requires the matter to be reported. The Associate Dean may also contact others in the college to find out how or why a decision was made, or to identify the person responsible for dealing with a particular issue. The office may also help to ensure that problems are brought to the attention of appropriate administrative offices. Community Mediators are available to meet with students and explore op- tions to mutually resolve disputes. The trained mediators, who are members of the college community, assist disputing parties in defining issues and achieving an outcome which meets their needs. Mediation is a voluntary process. Campus Life Programs. The Campus Life Office assists in developing campus dialogues through such channels as the Campus Life Resource Group, All College Day, facilitated group discussions, and other campus projects aimed at improving the quality of campus life. The Campus Life Office also works closely with the ALANA Center, Blegen, the Women’s Center, and other campus resources for specific communities to enhance the quality of campus life.

ALANA Cultural Center Director: Yolanda Ramos Office: ALANA Center-210 Ext. 5954 Administrative Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday Evening Hours: 5:00 p.m.-midnight. The ALANA Center is a culturally specific, resource center for African American/ Black, Latino, Asian/Asian American and Native American students focused on providing support and advisement on a range of personal, academic, social, cultural, community and general college life matters. The ALANA Center strives to enhance the success and satisfaction for students of color and works with other campus offices and individuals to ensure a diverse and inclusive campus community. The ALANA Center provides a myriad of resources and programs to support students of color, and fosters cultural, social, academic and creative expressions. The center offers opportunities for leadership development, intra-cultural and cross-cultural dialogues, lectures, and big sister/big brother and alumnae/i men- toring programs. Also, a comfortable and affirming gathering space is provided for student organizations with similar goals in supporting students of color. As an extension of cultural/social and academic concerns, resources for interacting with various communities in Poughkeepsie and surrounding areas are provided. Other resources include culturally specific journals/newsletters, educational vid- eos, career development, scholarship and fellowship information, a computer 55 lab, and a supportive staff. The ALANA Center staff includes the director, an administrative assistant and a student staff consisting of a manager, program interns and program assistants who are available to assist in all aspects of the Center’s services. The director of the ALANA Center meets with students for personal, academic, and general advising and works with students of color on educational, social and cultural programming. The director also provides support to several student organizations including the ASA, ASU, BSU, CBS, CSA, MEChA, Poder La- tino and SASA, and is available to meet with student leaders. To schedule an appointment, to learn more about the ALANA Center and its resources or to talk about an advisement matter, students are encouraged to visit the administrative office located in the ALANA Center or call X5954. The ALANA Center is one of several campus resources on student devel- opment, diversity issues, cultural programming and general college life matters.

Campus Dining Director of Campus Dining: Maureen King Associate Director of ACDC: Bruce Harms Office: All Campus Dining Center, (ACDC) Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5830 I.D. Office: Extension 2273 (CARD) Catering Office: Extension 5833 Supervisor’s Office: Extension 5837 The Dining Center’s hours: 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Card Office Assistant to the Dean of the College: Andrew Meade System Administrator: Christine White Office: ACDC, across from west dining room tray drop off Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Saturday/during the school year. Telephone: 2273 (CARD) Email: [email protected] The CARD Office produces and replaces ID cards and manages V-CARD ac- counts and meal plan points. The V-CARD account is a declining balance cash account used to access copy and laundry machines, pay for stamps and postage at the Vassar Post Office, and make purchases at participating merchants in the Ar- lington Business Area. The office will assist students with any inquiries regarding V-CARD, meal plan and/or declining balance deposits, deductions and balances, and will also help troubleshoot concerns relating to building access. Come visit us online! At http://card.vassar.edu, you can perform the following functions from the comfort and convenience of your own computer, 24 hours a day, seven days a week: • Check your account balance (V-CARD, meal plan or declining balance) • Monitor transaction history • Make deposits, using VISA or MasterCard • Report a lost card 56

The Retreat Associate Director: Ken Oldehoff Location: College Center Telephone: Extension 7170 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday 12:00 noon-11:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday The Retreat offers specialty sandwiches and subs, solo pizza, frozen yogurt and a variety of snacks and convenience items. The Retreat is also available to cater special functions in Main Building/College Center.

Office of Career Development Director of Career Development: Clare D. Graham Associate Director of Career Development: Frederick A. Burke Assistant Director: Stacy S. Bingham Career Counselor: Claire C. Benton Office: Main, first floor, S-170 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; noon-4:00 p.m., one Saturday a month during academic year. Telephone: Extension 5285 Career Development offers services and programs to help students and alumnae/i explore fields of interest, examine career options, and secure employment. Particular emphasis is placed on early planning. Students are encouraged to utilize the Career Development Office from their freshman through their senior year. The career development process begins with an assessment of skills, inter- ests, and values. Individual career counseling with professional staff members and career assessment instruments are services geared toward helping students identify and evaluate these issues in relation to the world of work. Tentative career choices can be solidified after thorough research and ex- plora- tion. Employer directories, job and occupational information, company literature, and in-house guides can be found in our career library. Additional resources include a computerized file of over 8,000 alumnae/i listed by career field and geographic area. Students use this network to gather career information per- tinent to their interests. The Career Development Office also provides employer databases accessible through the Web Homepage (http://careers.vassar.edu) with links to numerous internet employment internship and career resources. The office also sponsors seminars and special programs on a variety of occupational fields throughout the year. Career Development helps students locate full time and summer employment opportunities. Workshops on resume writing, interviewing skills, and job search strategies are available on a regular basis. Our on-campus and off-campus recruit- ing programs provide seniors with an opportunity to interview with employers representing business, government, and the public service sector. A variety of employers also list positions via our job posting services. Graduate and professional school representatives visit the campus in the fall to discuss admission policies and program requirements. (The preprofessional adviser in the dean of studies office provides information and counseling on all medical and law school programs.) Applications for standardized tests for graduate school admission are available in Career Development. The office also maintains letter of recommendation files for students and alumnae/i who register for the service. These references are an important part of applications for jobs and graduate schools. ActionLine, a newsletter published electronically during the academic year, is the source for current career development information. 57

Office of Computing and Information Services Vice President: Bret Ingerman Director for User Services: John Collier Director for Network Services: TBA Director for Administrative Information Services (AIS): Suzanne Aber Help Desk Manager: Nancy Myers Director for Academic Consulting Services: Steve Taylor Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Office Telephone: Extension 7230 Help desk hours: 8:30 a.m-12:00 a.m Monday-Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays; Saturday 12 noon - 6 p.m., Sunday 12 noon - 12 a.m.; 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m Monday through Friday during breaks Help Desk Telephone: Extension 7224 The executive director for computing and information services oversees all aspects of computing for the College. CIS supports the Banner administrative software, which maintains the Stu- dent, Financial, and Human Resources data of the college. Students can access information regarding their addresses, schedules, transcripts and required financial aid documents via Ask Banner from on or off campus. User Services supports campus users of hardware and software. They also make recommendations for hardware and software standards that best suit the needs in an ever changing computing environment. Academic Consulting Services collaborates with faculty on instructional computing projects and aids in the use of technologies for classroom lectures and presentations. Network Services keeps the Vassar community connected to servers, networked printers, and the Internet via a high-speed ethernet netork. Vassar’s Technology learning group provides hands-on training to students. The schedule is available via the web at http://computing.vassar.edu/training/. Every residential dorm room has an ethernet connection for personal computers (compatible for use with both Macintosh or PC computers), as well as a public computer cluster. Networked laser printers are also available for use in every residence hall as well as in the Computer Center, the Library, and the College Center. Color laser printing, flat bed scanners, slide scanners, and video capture equipment are available for use in the Computer Center’s Digital Media Lab. The CIS Help Desk is fully staffed and able to assist the community with all types of questions related to computing from software configuration and networking questions, to hardware troubleshooting advice.

Office of Accounting Services Associate Vice President & Controller: Paul Mutone Associate Controller: Dana Sweet Staff Accountant: Lora Gannon Office: Baldwin, second and third floors Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5890 The Accouting Services office is responsible for the accounting, recording, and reporting of all fiscal activities of the college. Specific functions of this office include cash receipts, cash disbursements, student accounts, payroll, budget control, accounts payable, and preparation of internal and external financial reports. In addition, the accounting for cash receipts and disbursements as they relate to Vassar College student organizations is provided by the Accounting Services office. 58

All student bills should be paid at the cashier’s office, next to College Mes- sage Center. A website for e-payment is available on the student account’s website. The cashier does not cash personal checks and absolutely no foreign checks—worldwide money orders only. No charge is made for cashing a check issued by Vassar College at the local office of HSBC. Checks written by students which are returned for insufficient funds or for any reason add considerably to the work load of the controller’s office. Consequently, a fine of $20 is assessed for each such check.

Office of the Dean of Students Dean of Students: David H. “DB” Brown Office: Main, first floor, M121 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5315 Fax: 845-437-7514 The Dean of Students is directly concerned with several aspects of the non-aca- demic lives of students at Vassar. The Dean is responsible for Counseling and Health Services, the Health Educator, Residential Life, Disability and Support Services, and New Student Orientation. The Dean of Students, in the course of his work with students, helps with personal problems and emergency situations that may arise. A leave of absence from the college may be required by the Dean if, in his/her judgment, one or more of the following criteria is met: 1. the student’s behavior indicates a significant risk to the life or safety of self or others, 2. the student exhibits behavior which interferes with his ability to function and/or seriously interferes with the educational pursuits of others, or 3. the student has a medical or psychological condition which cannot be reasonably accommodated in the Vassar community In cases where a leave may be required, the Dean will consult with, as appli- cable, the Director of Counseling Services, the Director of the Health Service, the Director of the Office of Disabilities and Support Services, the Director of Residential Life, and an appropriate representative from the Office of the Dean of Studies. The Dean will also consult with the Associate Dean of the College whose responsibility it will be to make certain that the student’s viewpoint is considered in the deliberations. If possible, the Dean will meet with the student before making a final decision requiring a leave and may also consult with the student’s parents or family. The decision to put a student on leave will be com- municated, when possible, directly to the student by the Dean. When a student is required by the Dean of Students to take a leave of absence, clearance by the Dean will be required before the student may return to Vassar. In accordance with college policy, students on leave for more than two terms may be required to withdraw.

House Fellows House Fellows are faculty members who live in the residential houses. They serve as representatives of the faculty and officers of the educational administration. House Fellows have general responsibility for maintaining the quality of the resi- dential life of the college in accordance with college policy. They act as academic and personal advisers and as counselors and friends and provide leadership and support to the intellectual and cultural life of the hall. 59

Director of Health Education: Michelle Soucy Office: Metcalf Telephone: Extension 7769 The Health Educator reports to the Dean of Students and is responsible for the development of educational programs related to various aspects of student health specifically in the areas of substance abuse prevention and sexual health edu- cation. He/she facilitates connections between student health needs and services provided by the college. In addition, the Health Educator advises student peer helping groups.

Counseling Services Director of Counseling Services: Sylvia Balderrama, Ed.D. Associate Director: Anton Hart Training Director: Lisa Reticker Psychological Counselor: Larry Cerecedes Psychological Counselor: Wendy Freedman Consulting Psychiatrist: Richard Hahn, MD Administrative Assistant: Kelly Del Santo Post-Doctoral Fellow: Christine Garcia Location: Metcalf House Hours: 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, counselor on call after hours. Telephone: Extension 5700 The Counseling Service provides psychological assistance to Vassar College stu- dents. A variety of services are offered including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, educational programs, consultations, assessments, and referrals to off-campus counseling resources. Counselors help students resolve concerns about their personal and social development, and academic progress. Students come to the Counseling Service with a wide range of concerns including difficulty with friends or family; depression and anxiety; sexual concerns; eating disorders; alcohol and other drug abuse; death of a loved one; suicidal thoughts; dealing with traumatic events; and uncertainties about personal values and beliefs. All Counseling Service contacts are strictly confidential and do not become part of the Health Service records or the student’s academic record. Informa- tion can only be released with written consent of the student. Exceptions to this confidentiality may occur if a student poses a threat of serious harm to self or to others, or in the case of maltreatment of a minor. Counseling services are provided to Vassar College students at no cost. The counselors often refer students to resources outside of the Vassar community depending on the needs of the student and the limitations of the Counseling Service. Students referred for treatment off campus are advised to use their health insurance to defray the costs. An appointment for an initial interview can be made through the receptionist by stopping by Metcalf House or calling extension 5700 during office hours. Dur- ing the academic year while residence halls are open a counselor is on-call when the Counseling Service office is closed. The counselor on-call can be reached through the Campus Response Center, ext. 5221.

Office of Disability and Support Services Director: Belinda M. Guthrie Assistant Director: Sheryl Smikle Office: Metcalf Building Hours: 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday by appointment 60

Phone Extension: 7584 TTY: 437-7750 Fax: 437-5715 The Office of Disability and Support Services coordinates and provides accom- modations and support services to students with disabilities at Vassar. Disability and Support Services works with students with mobility and orthopedic impair- ments, visual and hearing impairments, and students with hidden disabilities such as learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, traumatic brain injury, chronic medical conditions, psychiatric disorders, and substance abuse/recovery. A disability may be present before a student enters Vassar or may develop or be diagnosed while attending college. Students with disabilities register for services and accommodations by pro- viding appropriate documentation of their disability or disabilities. Registration is strictly voluntary. Disability information will be used solely for the purpose of enabling Vassar College to provide necessary accommodations, auxiliary aids, and services. Disability information and record of accommodation is not part of a student’s permanent academic record. Commonly offered accommodations and services include, but are not limited to, extended time on exams, alternative print formats, notetakers, reader service, books on tape, classroom relocation, sign language interpreters, modified course loads, classroom relocation, housing accommodations, and meal plan modific- ations. All accommodations and services are based on the current nature of the student’s disability, supporting documentation, and the specific requirements of the course, program, or activity. Requests for accommodations should be made in a timely manner. Under the provisions of the ADA/Section 504, Vassar College strives to provide equal access and opportunity to all members of the college community. The college has adopted an internal appeals process for the prompt and equitable resolution of disagreements or complaints about accessibility, accommodations, auxiliary aids and services, and modifications of academic courses, programs and activi- ties. Faculty Director of Affirmative Action handles inquires and appeals about compliance and disagreements or denials of disability-related accommodations and services. To file an appeal, students should contact the Faculty Director of Affirmative Action at ext. 5652. For additional information or to register for services, please contact the Office of Disability and Support Services at ext. 7584 to schedule an appointment.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office EO/AA Officer: Belinda Guthrie Office: Metcalf House, Room 2, Box 645 Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday by appointment Phone: Extension 7584 Faculty Director of Affirmative Action: Patricia Wallace Office: Sanders, Room 218, Box 645 Hours: By appointment Phone: Extension 5652 Vassar aims to achieve a working and learning community that is representative of society at large which embodies principles of fairness to all and respect for differences in race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orienta- tion, age, marital status, veteran status, and disability status. All members of this college community share in these responsibilities. This commitment extends beyond mere compliance with the law and requires a strong program of equal op- portunity and affirmative action in virtually all aspects of college life. To achieve these goals, Vassar provides a network of resources to ensure compliance, clarity 61 about equal opportunity and affirmative action procedures for each segment of the college, ongoing programs of education, and opportunities for grievance resolution related to equity issues. In support of this commitment, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action reporting directly to the President, is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of a wide range of equal opportunity and af- firmative action policies and programs in accordance with Vassar’s Governance, and in consultation with the Committee on Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, members of the senior staff, faculty, administration, and students. Central to its mission, the office will direct and promote activities and programs aimed to educate members of our community about issues of equal opportunity, affirmative action and civil rights, provide avenues for consultation regarding these issues, and afford employees opportunities for the reconciliation of differences outside of formal grievance procedures, including options for mediation and other avenues of informal conflict resolution.

Health Service—Baldwin House Director: Irena Balawajder, M.D. Staff: Angelina Espiritu, M.D. Katherine Holden, M.D. Kristen Jemiolo, M.D. John Craig, R.P.A.-C Anne C. Dadarria, R.N., C-F.N.P. Mary Lackey, R.P.A.-C. Clinic Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Students are requested to call prior to coming to allow scheduling and decrease waiting time. General: By appointment, Extension 5800 Gynecology: By appointment, Extension 5800 Inquiries, 5818 Allergy Injections: By appointment, Extension 5800 Infirmary Visiting Hours: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Emergency calls after 5:00 p.m. and weekends: Extension 5807 Emergency numbers: Campus Response Center 5221 EMERGENCY 7333 Arlington Ambulance: 471-1313 The medical service provides care for acute illnesses and addresses the health concerns of students. Students will be evaluated when making an appointment for the medical clinic and assigned to nursing or medical staff as appears warranted. A physician is always present in the clinic for consultation. The student Health Service is open 24 hours a day during the academic year to provide health care to students. Before 9:00 a.m. and after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends, a nurse will be on duty to see acute medical problems. Students will also be given medical or gyn appointments as soon as possible. In after hours, students should call the nurse on Extension 5807 for a problem prior to coming so that an evaluation can be made and symptomatic treatment prescribed as indicated. For an emergency or injury which requires immediate treatment, the student should contact the Campus Response Center which will notify security or dis- patch the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Squad to evaluate the patient and arrange transportation to the Health Service or a local hospital. Alternately, students may contact an ambulance directly by calling 471-1313. In gynecology, appointments can be made for either the physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant as preferred. Practitioners will evaluate all aspects of women’s health care. Counselling and referral are available when needed. In addition, students seeking contraception will receive an educational 62 session given by a member of the women’s health care staff. For inquiries please call Extension 5818. Since the Health Service is responsible for the care of the students while here, the office would appreciate communication from the family physician in cases of serious or chronic illness. The office will also arrange for appointments with local specialists whenever the problem so indicates or the students so request. All appointments should be made via the Health Service to ensure reimbursement under the Student Health Insurance Policy. Students must be covered by the student insurance or equivalent policy to cover outside hospitalization and/or surgery, outside consultations and/or emergency room visits, certain laboratory work and medications. The health fee provides for basic medical care, but a charge is made for prescribed medications, items dispensed that are not covered by insurance, procedures and visits to the women’s health care center. The Health Service is not open in the summer or during spring or winter break. Students needing medical attention should contact the emergency room at either St. Francis Hospital or Vassar Medical Center. In the event of a medical emergency, students should call 911.

Office of Residential Life Director of Residential Life: Faith H. Nichols Associate Director of Residential Life: Celestino Limas Office: Main, first floor, M120 Telephone: Extension 5860 The Office of Residential Life is responsible for the establishment and imple- mentation of policies related to the residential life of the college. The residential life staff has responsibility for the staffing and operation of the student residence houses and is concerned with residence hall furnishings and equipment, as well as maintenance of health and safety standards. The office handles the assignment of rooms and the training and supervision of house officers. House Advisors are members of the Residential Life staff who live in the residence halls. House Advisors serve as important resources for resident Vas- sar students, providing advice and assistance to individual students are well as programmatic support to House Fellows, House Officers, House Interns, and Student Fellows.

Student Fellows Student fellows provide advice and peer counseling for freshmen and other new students. They are assigned single rooms near their advisees and are expected to work with the house fellows to provide academic and social guidance. The student fellows are appointed by the Dean of Students and the Director of Residential Life, in consultation with the house fellows. They are required to participate in a training program designed to familiarize them with registration procedures, academic rules, medical and psychological services provided by the college, as well as with the social and academic problems frequently encountered by fresh- men. Contact the office of Residential Life.

Office of the Dean of Studies Dean of Studies: Alexander M. Thompson III Dean of Freshmen: Stephen Sadowsky Adviser to Class of 2007: Eugenio L. Giusti Adviser to the Class of 2006: Susan Zlotnick Adviser to the Class of 2005: Mihai Grunfeld 63

Adviser to Special Students: Alexander M. Thompson III Assistant Dean of Studies and Director of the Office of Study Away: Susan Correll (Extension 5260) Director of the Office for Fellowships, Graduate Studies, and Pre-professional Advising: Lisa Kooperman (Extension 5263) Assistant to the Dean of Studies: Diana Brown Office: Main, first floor, N-128 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Thursday Telephone: Extension 5255 The dean of studies advises upper-class students about their curricular plans and other academic matters. Students with questions about leaves, fellowships, and other academic options are encouraged to speak with the dean, as are those who wish to petition the Committee on Leaves and Privileges or who wish to raise more general questions about the curriculum of the college. The dean chairs the Com- mittee on Student Records, the Committee on Readmission, the Committee on Fellowships, the Committee on Leaves and Privileges, and the Academic Panel. He advises graduate students and visiting students who are accepted for study at Vassar through his office. The dean also advises special students — part-time, non-matriculated students — as they prepare for matriculation at Vassar, and is responsible, with the dean of the college, for development and implementation of the curriculum. The dean of freshmen supervises the premajor advising system, is responsible for the New Student Orientation Program, and advises first-year students on all academic matters. The advisers to sophomores, juniors and seniors should be consulted by stu- dents in those classes. In addition, the adviser to sophomores serves as general adviser for sophomore transfer students and for those sophomores whose premajor advisers are not at Vassar in any given term, and also assists sophomores in their plans for a declaration of major. The adviser to juniors assists juniors and transfer students as they integrate their plans for concentration in a discipline or work in a multidisciplinary program with their program of general education. The assistants to the dean of studies help students in particular areas of the curriculum. Students interested in Junior Year Abroad, the Twelve College Exchange Program, or other academic work away from Vassar are encouraged to study materials available in the reading room of the study away office and to consult the assistant to the dean as they begin to prepare their applications. In addition to assisting students in their dealings with the Committee on Leaves and Privileges, the assistant to the dean evaluates transfer credits and is responsible for keeping track of a student’s status as he or she accelerates or otherwise changes classification in the college.

Learning and Teaching Center: Director: Leslie C. Dunn Assistant to the Director: Karen E. Getter Math Specialist: Doris Haas Writing Specialist: Natalie Friedman Learning Specialist: TBA Director of the Writing Center: Peter Antelyes Head of Library Instruction: Kathleen Kurosman Office: Library 122 Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Phone: Extension 5215 The Learning and Teaching Center has been established to support the intel- 64 lectual life of students and faculty at Vassar. One of the Center’s primary missions is to help all students realize their academic potential and achieve their educa- tional goals. To that end, it provides resources, programs, and services designed to support and enhance learning, both in the classroom and beyond. Academic Support Specialists work with students to develop their writing and quantitative skills, both in general and in the context of specific courses or assign- ments; they also provide assistance with study skills such as reading, note taking, organization and time management. The Center offers a range of academic skills workshops throughout the year. Academic support specialists are also available for individual conferences by appointment. Learning Specialist Services are also available to address the evolving needs of students with disabilities, specifically the needs of students with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, psychiatric disabilities, and chronic health impairments. Academic coaching is available to students registered with the Office of Disability and Support Services through weekly in-office appointments with the Learning Specialist, and through con- sultations by telephone or email. To start working with the Learning Specialist, contact the Director of Disability and Support Services, x7584. Library Instruction Services offer a variety of programs to promote awareness of the breadth and depth of the Library’s collections and to foster students’ ability to use research materials effectively. Students may also arrange individual research consultations with a reference librarian or peer tutor. The Writing Center is staffed by peer tutors who are trained to help other students improve their writing skills. Whether you are writing a critical essay, a research paper, a lab report, or a creative piece, the writing interns can offer help at any stage of the process, from rough outline to final revisions. The Writing Center is located in room 30 of the Library; drop in any time that the Center is open (hours are posted at the beginning of each semester), or make an ap- pointment in advance.

Office for Fellowships and Graduate School/Preprofessional Advising Director: Lisa Kooperman Office: Main, first floor, N-162 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Telephone: 437-5263 The Office for Fellowships and Preprofessional Advising works with students and recent graduates who pursue admission to professional schools, particularly in the fields of health (medical, dental, etc.) and law, as well as with those who apply for fellowships to fund graduate education, independent study and research. Students interested in these possibilities are encouraged to meet with the direc- tor and to consult the materials in her office relative to their interests. Students interested in application to a health related professional school are encouraged to seek advice from the members of the Pre-Medical Advisory Committee whose activities are coordinated through this office. Information sessions and general mailings provide all students, but especially juniors and seniors, with details of a wide variety of opportunities and application processes. The members of the Fac- ulty Committee on Fellowships, chaired by the dean of studies, assist the director with evaluation, selection, endorsement and support for fellowship applicants. Early consultation is recommended if one wishes to apply for any professional school, graduate program or competitive fellowship.

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Office of Field Work Director of Field Work: Peter Leonard Associate Director of Field Work: Betsy Kopstein Office: Main, first floor, N-165 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5280 The Office of Field Work places students in community agencies for academic credit and actively encourages students to undertake volunteer placements and projects in the local community. Offered by most departments for ungraded credit, field work is an academic program which places students in a variety of internships in Poughkeepsie, the Mid-Hudson region, New York City, and elsewhere. By providing opportunities for observation and participation not ordinarily available in the classroom, field work allows students, who are supervised by faculty, to integrate practical experi- ence with the theory of a particular discipline. Field work may be elected during the academic year or during the summer. Vassar Community Action Coordinators is a student organization housed in the Field Work Office that supports and encourages work in the community. The coordinators foster service in shelters, soup kitchens, youth programs, hospitals, prisons, literary organizations, and give anywhere from a few hours once a year to a few hours every week.

Financial Aid Director of Financial Aid: Michael P. Fraher Associate Director: Ellen R. Shilkret Assistant Directors: Gloria P. Goodwin and Elaine L. Hughes Office: Main, first floor, S-199 Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Telephone Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Telephone: (845) 437-5320 Fax: (845) 437-5325 Internal Maildrop: Box 8 The Office of Financial Aid handles requests for scholarship and loans. The office is also the source for short-term emergency loans to students. Students receiving Vassar Scholarship are eligible to apply for Music Performance Scholarships and Art Supplies Stipends. Students are welcome to consult with a financial aid officer about Vassar’s financial aid program and other sources of financial assistance. Return of Title IV Funds [§484B]* Students who are receiving Title IV Financial Aid loans and grants (excluding Federal Work Study) who withdraw from classes are subject to the Federal Title IV Refund Formula. A student granted a personal leave of absence will also be subject to the Federal Title IV Refund Formula. Where the student has withdrawn from classes, the school will first determine the percentage of Title IV assistance the student earned. For withdrawal on or before the first day of classes, 100 percent of Title IV aid must be returned. Up to the 60 percent point in time, the percentage of assistance earned is equal to the percentage of the payment period or period of enrollment for which it was awarded that was completed as of the day of withdrawal. In calculating the percentage of the payment period or period of enrollment, the federal formula uses calendar days completed divided by total number of calendar days in the period. If the student withdraws or takes a leave after the 60 percent point then the percentage earned is 100 percent. The earned percentage is applied to the total 66 amount of Title IV grant and loan assistance that was disbursed (and that could have been disbursed) to the student or on the student’s behalf for the payment period or period of enrollment for which it was awarded as of the day the student withdrew. Excess funds to be returned to Title IV programs will be credited in the fol- lowing order: Unsubsidized FFEL Stafford Student Loans Subsidized FFEL Stafford Student Loans Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Student Loans Federal Perkins Loans FFEL Parent Plus Loans Federal Direct Parent Plus Loans Federal Pell Grants Federal SEOG (Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant) Other Title IV assistance for which a return of funds is required. *Examples of the Title IV Refund Policy are available in the Financial Aid Office.

Office of the Librarian Library Director: Sabrina Pape Office: room 140 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5785; e-mail: sapape The libraries collections and services have been developed to support teaching and research at the college, and change with the needs of the faculty and stu- dents. All members of the Vassar community are encouraged to report problems encountered in using the library or suggestions for the improvement of the facili- ties or services of the library to any librarian. Information about the librarian can be found on the libraries’ home page at: library.vassar.edu. Beverages in covered containers are permitted in the libraries; however, food is permitted in Matthew’s Bean, the library cafe, only.

Media Resources Office: New England Building Workshop: New England Building, room 08 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Telephone: 437-7480 (main office/scheduling) 437-7479 (workshop/equipment pick-up) Fax: 437-7204 Website: http://computing.vassar.edu/ims Media Resources, a part of CIS, provides media and sound support services for classroom/academic and administrative events. A request form for equipment and technical assistance is available at the website. The charge for technical assistance is $15.00 per hour—7 days advance notice on an IMS Request Form is required. A late fee of $25.00 is charged for late requests. Students may also borrow a variety of equipment. There is no charge for a 2-day loan of most equipment. See the department website for details. Media Resources supports the weekend Film League (VICE) films by providing equipment and technicians. Assistance will be considered for class projects that require analog or digital video editing with written permission from the faculty member and a meeting with the MR staff—video editing facilities are limited. Twenty-five students are employed each semester as student technicians, supervisors, and office assistants. Arrangements are made through the Student Employment Office. 67

Receiving Location: Buildings and Grounds service center Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Closed 12 noon-12:30 p.m. for lunch Package inquiry: Extension 5693 When incoming personal packages are received, notices are sent to students to pick up and sign for them in Receiving. Heavy packages can be delivered upon request by the custodians. Packages sent collect must be paid for at Receiving. Packages not claimed by end of year will be disposed of. Packages contain- ing food will be kept for 1 week only. Please check your PO Box before making package inquiries.

Office of the Registrar Registrar: Daniel J. Giannini Associate Registrar: Colleen Mallet Office: Main, first floor, N-118 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5270 The registrar has charge of the official records of the students, the schedule of classes, preregistration, final examinations, and transcripts, and evaluates the records of all seniors for graduation. Information regarding registration is available at the office, or electronically from Ask Banner, including schedule of classes, course closing lists, drop/add, the non-recorded option, declaration of major, and summer school away approval forms. Official letters certifying attendance are also available from the Registrar. Address Changes The Office of the Registrar is responsible for all changes of home addresses of students and parents. Students must report all changes to the Office of the Reg- istrar immediately. A student directory is printed from a computer printout using information supplied by the registrar. Students have the right to request that their name and address be withheld from this directory. See the section of this handbook dealing with student rights under the Buckley Amendment.

Office of Religious and Spiritual Life Director: Samuel H. Speers Rose and Irving Rachlin Advisor to Jewish Students: Rabbi Rena Blumen- thal Vassar Catholic Community Advisor: Linda Tuttle Religious and Spiritual Life Fellow: Carina Alencar ’04 Episcopal Church at Vassar College Advisor: Rev. Susan J. McCone Offices: Chapel Tower, 2nd Floor and the Bayit, Vassar’s Jewish Student Center, 51 Collegeview Avenue Hours: Chapel Tower, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., and by appointment. Telephone: Extension 5550; email: saspeers The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL) helps students integrate lives of passionate commitment, embodied practice and intellectual critique at Vassar and beyond. Our programs articulate a lively public role for religious imagination and ensure that opportunities for spiritual and democratic formation are part of the demanding and creative education Vassar offers - for the religiously devoted, the spiritually curious and the radically questioning. RSL oversees, advises, and supports a wide range of religious and civic com- 68 munities and initiatives on campus, and plays an important role as a community liaison for the college in the mid-Hudson Valley, overseeing both the Community Service Work-Study jobs program and the Good Neighbors Partnerships. Our current programs are in the areas of Spirituality and Service, Peace and Justice, Arts and Celebration, and Religious Practice, Ritual and Interpretation. RSL staff members are available for pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance about any concern or question students may have. In addition to the full-time RSL staff listed above, part-time Buddhist, Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship, Muslim, and Protestant advisors serve the campus community.

Security Director of Security: Donald C. Marsala Associate Director: Kim Squillace Transportation Director: Lt. Dennis Cody Office: Security Building, 2490 New Hackensack Road Telephone: Extension 5200 C.R.C. (Campus Response Center) Main Building Lobby Telephone: Emergencies: Extension 7333 Non-Emergencies: Extension 5221 Vassar College, as it is in all communities, finds it necessary to safeguard personal property and to be aware of established security regulations. The college employs men and women, both in uniform and plain clothes, dedicated to providing a safe, peaceful campus for your enjoyment and an environment conducive to academic endeavors. Vassar is one of the few colleges where a security officer is assigned to residence houses at night. These men and women are on campus for your help and protection. Should you need help, dial extension 7333. All suspicious circumstances and individuals should be reported to Security for investigation and evaluation. The Vassar College Security Department offers R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) classes each semester, Defensive Driving Courses and other informa- tional Q&A sessions throughout the year. The Vassar College Security Bicycle Patrol is staffed by five officers that patrol the campus and provide extra security at all-campus events. The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide upon request all cam- pus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education. Further information can be found at our web site: http://security.vassar.edu/

Office of Student Accounts and Cashiers Manager: Renee Behnke Office: Main, first floor, 110 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Cashier’s window hours: 10:00 a.m.-12 noon and 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5245 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://studentaccounts.vassar.edu The Office of Student Accounts is responsible for all student account information and Perkins loan administration. Any questions related to information contained in student bills should be directed to this office. 69

Student Employment Office Director of Student Employment: Karen A. Ehlers Office Location: First floor, South wing of Main Building, S-182 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Telephone: Extension 5318 The Student Employment Office (SEO) assists all Vassar students in finding cam- pus jobs. The College has designated approximately 1,500 on-campus positions for students. Students receiving financial assistance from the College have priority consideration for placement in almost all campus positions. In order for a student to become legally employed by Vassar, certain documents must first be filed in accordance with federal laws. All students must file an Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate (W-4) and an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) before they are allowed to start work. Freshmen may work a maximum of 8 hours per week; sophomores 9; juniors and seniors 10. Positions are found in almost every department and office on campus. Job de- scriptions for each campus job are kept in the Student Employment Office and may also be viewed from the Student Employment website, along with other detailed information about working at Vassar. Go to http://depts.vassar.edu/~stuemp/. At the opening of first semester, September Sign Up takes place. September Sign Up is for those students who did not pre-register in the Spring, students who pre-registered but whose requests could not be honored, and those students who want to change their placements. Only financial aid students may be considered for job openings during the first two weeks of September Sign Up. After that specified time, any non-financial aid students seeking jobs may fill the remaining vacancies. Students looking for employment at any time throughout the year should visit the SEO. There are also a limited number of jobs open during break periods (Winter, Spring, and Summer). Students who are seeking employment during any break period should also inquire at the SEO. Only full-time, matriculated Vassar students are eligible to work in the jobs administered through the Student Employment Office. Vassar students who drop below full-time status must wait until after the third week of the semester to ap- ply and are limited to 8-10 hours of work per week. Students who are full-time but matriculated at other colleges and are attending Vassar through a visiting or exchange program are also eligible, but can only be placed during the third week of the semester, when jobs open up to Vassar’s non-financial aid students. Special students, who are not matriculated, are not eligible. Language Assistants are also not eligible for employment. International students with an F-1 Visa status may work, but will need special assistance from the SEO to apply for a social security number. International students seeking first time employment at Vassar should go to the SEO as soon as possible. Spring Sign Up is the pre-registration process for next year’s jobs. It is held on-line during the two weeks before Spring Break for all students returning to Vassar the following Fall. This process gives all students returning to Vassar in September who are interested in working the chance to apply, regardless of financial aid status. Students who want to return to the job they currently hold must participate in Spring Sign Up. Students are paid only for actual hours worked. Students are not eligible for paid leave or benefits of any kind. Students are paid bi-weekly: checks or direct- deposit notices are placed in each student’s on-campus post office box on the morning of each pay date, according to the payroll schedule. Payroll schedules are published and distributed to students and departments annually and are available at the Student Employment Office. 70

Academic Department and Program Offices Departments and Programs Office Location Extension Africana Studies NE-308 7490 American Culture NE-105 7485 Anthropology BH-302 5295 Art T-219 5220 Asian Studies NE 7500 Biology OH-302 7441 Chemistry MC-314 5730 Chinese & Japanese SC-319 Classics SC-124 5590 Cognitive Science NE-202 7496 Computer Science OLB-125 5985 Drama/Film CDF-108 5250 Economics BH-129 7395 Education BH-239 7360 English SC-130 5650 Environmental Science MC-204 5471 Environmental Studies NE-103 5430 French CH-101 5720 Geology and Geography EH-110 5540 German Studies CH-114 5610 Hispanic Studies CH-114 5610 History SW 5670 Independent Program NE-105 7485 International Studies NE-204C 7140 Italian CH-114 5610 Jewish Studies NE-308 5424 Latin American Studies NE-204B 7485 Mathematics RH-306 5525 Medieval Studies SC-303 5942 Music SH-105 7319 Philosophy RH-209 5530 Physical Education and Dance AFC 7450 Physics and Astronomy SP-109 7340 Political Science RH-110 5560 Psychology BH-115 7366 Religion BH-200 5520 Russian CH-114 5610 Science, Technology, and Society NE-202A 7495 Sociology BH-302 5510 Urban Studies NE-202B 5472 Women’s Studies NE-204 7140 71

Vassar College REGULATIONS 2004/2005

These are the rules and regulations of Vassar College that all members of the college community agree to abide by. 72

Contents Page

Part A Introduction 73

Part B Student Rights, Privileges and Responsibilities 74

Part C Resources Available to Members of the College Community 77

Part D Student Governance 79

Part E College Regulations 81

Part F Computer Regulations 99

Part G Federal Regulations 100

Part H Academic and Library Regulations for Students 104

Part J Organization of Judicial Procedures 113

Nondiscriminatory Policies Vassar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, HIV status, or age: in the admission of students to the college; in any of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the college; in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other programs administered by the college; or in the employment practices of the college. Inquiries concerning the application of this policy prescribed by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Internal Revenue Service, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 may be directed to the Director of Affirmative Action, who has been named by the college to coordinate its efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX and under Section 504, and the ADA.

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Part A: Introduction The Regulations of Vassar College is a guide for all members of the college com- munity to the rules of conduct understood and enacted at the several levels of college governance to exemplify right and appropriate action within the com- munity. The composition, responsibilities and procedures of the bodies charged with hearing alleged breaches of regulations, specifically the Academic Panel, the College Regulations Panel, the Residence Hall Judicial System, and the VSA Student Judicial Board are described below. In addition to the regulations included in this guide, other statements of ex- pected conduct within the several campus constituencies may be found in the Governance of Vassar College, the Catalogue, the Schedule of Classes, the Faculty Handbook, the Administrative Handbook, Department Chairs and Program Directors: A Handbook, The Constitution and the By-laws of the Vassar Student Association, Originality and Attribution, A Guide for Student Writers at Vassar College, the Resi- dential Life Handbook, and the contracts negotiated by the college with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the Communications Workers of America (CWA). 74

Part B: Student Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities I. Principles Underlying Relations of Trustees, Faculty, and Students, From the Governance of Vassar College: Article II. Authority of the Students Section 1. GENERAL The students shall have control over the undergraduate student government pursuant to a charter or constitution authorized by the president and faculty. The president shall reserve a power of veto over legislation which involves substantial change in the character of the residential or academic community or in the financial commitments of the college. Proposals substantially affecting student government shall be the subject of conferences between the parties involved. Section 2. AMENDMENT The provisions of this Article II may be amended or repealed by vote of the trustees after conference with the students and faculty as provided above, by a two-thirds majority vote of the faculty after conference with the students and subject to approval by the trustees, or by a majority vote of the undergraduate students in residence subject to a majority vote of the faculty and approval by the trustees.

Article III. Relations of Trustees and Students Section 1. STUDENT RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES The undergraduate student body is recognized as an integral part of the academic community. As members of such student body, students are entitled to freedom of discussion, inquiry and expression in and outside of classes, of association and of publication, to privacy of their personal lives, properties and records (subject to the provisions of law and to the duties of faculty members and academic and adminis- trative officers of the college as defined by college policies) and to participation in the establishment of college policies directly affecting their interests through the means of student self-government and representation on appropriate college committees. Section 2. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES A Students in attending the college for the purpose of qualifying for academic credit shall pursue that purpose with sincerity, honesty and commitment. They shall bear in mind that, as undergraduates, their actions have a broad effect on the interests of the college, including its interests in attracting future students and members of the faculty; and accordingly that they have responsibility as members of an academic community. B. Freedom of publication places on students a special responsibility under the canons of responsible journalism and applicable governmental regulations. Utterances and discussions in classrooms or in faculty or trustee committees may be published when authorized by the teacher concerned or by the committee chair, respectively. C. Students are responsible for any actions in which they may be involved which are injurious to the welfare or property of the college or of other members of the college community. When a student is charged with violation of any law in a situation in which the college is not involved, the college will afford to the student such assistance as may be practicable in responding to the charge. D. Students may not use the name of the college in such a way as to state or imply college approval for any policy or position, unless authorized by the presi- dent, or any person designated by her/him, in writing. 75

E. The responsibilities set forth herein, and the conditions pertinent thereto, are relevant to the rights and privileges of individual students in an academic community. The president, following a fair hearing, may authorize sanctions to be applied to individual students who disregard these responsibilities or condi- tions or who, in her/his determination, have provided justifiable cause, whether on or off the campus, therefore.

II. From the By-Laws of the Board of Trustees: Article IV. Officers of the Board Section 3. THE PRESIDENT D. (1) The president shall be the official medium of communication between the board and the faculty, and between them and any person or group of persons [in- cluding students] in any relationship to the college.

III. Student Rights Under the Buckley Amendment The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, sometimes known as the Buckley Amendment, guarantees students the right to inspect and review their own educational records. The law also prohibits the release of information, other than Directory Information (see below), from these records without the written consent of the student. Records covered under the law are maintained in various offices around the campus, and in various mediums, including paper, microfilm, and electronically stored data. These records are to be found in 1. The admission office 2. The dean of studies office (or the dean of freshmen’s office for freshmen) 3. The registrar’s office 4. The career development office 5. The financial aid office 6. The medical and counseling services 7. The campus activities office 1. The records in the admission office consist of application for admission from prospective students. The law provides that only the enrolled student may see his/her files. Once a student is admitted, interview reports and recommendations submitted in support of the application are destroyed. The student’s own appli- cation for admission, high school transcript, and test scores are sent to the dean of studies/dean of freshmen offices. 2. The dean of studies/dean of freshmen offices maintain a file consisting of the material from the admission office, the recent Vassar transcript, and further correspondence from the student (in the form of such things as applications to the Committee on Leaves and Privileges, requests for incomplete, and requests for personal leaves). Applications for Junior Year Abroad and Twelve College Exchange do not become a part of the permanent record and are destroyed as soon as decisions are made. A student may see his/her file in these offices within forty-five days of signing request lists kept in the offices. 3. The Office of the Registrar maintains a complete record of each student’s academic work at Vassar. It may be seen upon request, and with proper identi- fication or accessed electronically with the proper password. 4. The career development office keeps a file of references at the request of the student. A student may request to view any letters added to the file after January 1, 1975, unless he or she has signed a waiver, when requesting the reference, 76 giving up that right. Recommendations written in support of an application for a Vassar fellowship are not part of the permanent file. 5. According to federal law, a student may not see the Parent’s Confidential Statement provided to the financial aid office. In addition, an interviewer’s notes are his/her own possession. The student may see the remainder of the file upon application. 6. Medical and counseling records need not be open to students according to the law. Physicians will be glad to discuss chart contents with patients on request. Files will be open to a student’s own physician or psychiatrist when said person is authorized by the student. 7. The campus activities office maintains records of student involvement in extracurricular activities and student organizations. Students may obtain photocopies of the material in their files in the deans’ offices, career development office, or the financial aid office at a cost of fifteen cents per page. Copies of transcripts are $2. Questions about the contents of the file should be directed to the head of the relevant department. Students wishing to challenge the contents of the file should appeal to the Committee on Student Records. Directory information includes school, e-mail, and home addresses, telephone numbers, class, dates of attendance, degrees awarded, previously attended schools, and status (e.g., on leave, part-time). This information may be made available to anyone who requests it. However, students may request that directory information not be made available by filing a written request with the dean of studies prior to the deadline set each fall semester. Personally identifiable information other than directory information is not shared without the written authorization of the student except with school of- ficials, and only to those with a legitimate educational interest. These are officials of the College who act in the student’s educational interest within the limita- tions of their need to know and can include faculty, administrators, clerical and professional employees, as well as auditors and counsel employed by the College. Also included are students serving on College committees or performing research related to academic work and student officers/members of approved student clubs and organizations performing their legitimate duties as verified by the director of campus activities. Each office will maintain a record of all parties, other than those mentioned above, who have requested access to non-directory student information without the written consent of the student. Such records of access will be available to the student.

IV. Student Right-To-Know Act

Under this Act, educational institutions are required to disclose to current and prospective students their completion or graduation rate. This rate is defined as the percentage of students who complete their degree program within 150% of the normal completion time for that degree. For Vassar College, this means the percentage of entering students who complete their degree within six years. The most recent Vassar class graduation rate is 88%. Additional graduation and retention rate information is available from the Office of the Registrar. 77

Part C: Resources Available to Members of the College Community A. The *Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life can assist students to explore options for conflict resolution, including mediation and filing or responding to charges with the College Regulations panel. The Associate Dean can also help students contact Regulations Advisory Persons (RAP,) who are trained to give objective advice about available resources. B. The Dean of Students, Director of Residential Life, Associate Director of Residential Life, the Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life, House Advisors, House Interns, Student Fellows, and House Fellows are trained to provide support and counseling for students. C. Appointments are available during the week for individual or group coun- seling at the *Counseling Service housed in Metcalf House. Call x5700 to make an appointment. A Counselor on Call is available when the Counseling Center is closed and may be contacted through the Campus Response Center, x5221. D. Resources for mediation and dispute resolution are available through the Campus Life Office, x5426. Trained, impartial mediators are available through the Campus Life Office. The Associate Dean of the College for Campus Life will hold separate interviews with all the parties involved to explain the mediation process and determine appropriateness. The me- diation session is run by two, extensively trained mediators. The outcome of a mediation session may involve a verbal or written agreement signed by the disputants. The agreement is binding only between the disputants. E. The * Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of the college’s equal opportunity and affirmative action policies and programs including the college’s nondiscrimination and harassment policies. The work of the office is carried out by the Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Of- ficer and by the Faculty Director of Affirmative Action. For issues involving students, administrators, or staff, please contact the EO/AA Officer, campus box 645, x7584. For issues involving faculty, please contact the Faculty Director of Affirmative Action, campus box 645, x5652. F. The Residence Hall Judicial Board adjudicates alleged violations of the residence hall regulations that are not likely to result in suspended suspen- sion or expulsion. G. C.A.R.E.S. is a student-run, non-judgmental, confidential listening service offered to anyone affected by abuse. CARES counselors have specific train- ing to assist students in dealing with issues of sexual assault, rape, stalking, and relationship abuse. Call x7333 and ask to speak to a CARES counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. H. The Office of Security (x5221) promotes safety and security on campus, Vassar College provides a range of services to members of the community and visitors as well. Services include round the clock protection by the uniformed, unarmed security force, additional evening and weekend sup- port by the Campus Patrol (student foot patrols), escort and shuttle services during evening hours, and crime prevention programs. I. The Campus Response Center (CRC, x5221), operated by the Office of Security, is located in Main Lobby and can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. J. The Emergency Medical Services (VCEMS, x5221) provides quality, confidential, volunteer emergency medical care for the Vassar College 78

community during the academic year. EMS operates mainly during the Vassar Health Service's "off-hours," throughout the academic year. "Off- hours" refers to those times when the Health Service has reduced staff services. K. Baldwin Health Services (x5800 or x5221) is staffed by physicians, physician's assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses. The Health Service provides routine primary medical care to Vassar students Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm during the academic year. Services include, but are not limited to, gynecological exams, contraceptive and general coun- seling, diagnosis and treatment of infections, emergency contraception, and pregnancy testing. Health Services is available for emergency services 24 hours a day during the academic year. L. SART (Sexual Assault Response Team), a group of trained faculty and administrators, provides support and information concerning on and off- campus resources available to any member of the college community who is a victim of sexual assault or rape. Through advocacy, education and outreach, SART also serves the campus community to increase awareness of the issues related to sexual assault or relationship abuse. SART mem- bers can be reached through the Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention Program (SAVP), Blegen House (x3799). M. The *Dean of Studies, *Dean of Freshman, *Class Advisors, *Major Advisors and *Pre-Major Advisors are available to provide support and academic advice for students. 79

Part D: Student Governance Through the Vassar Student Association (VSA), Vassar maintains a long tradition of student governance, both in creating and enforcing social regulations, and in taking responsibility for educational and social development. Through cooperation with the faculty, staff, and administration of Vassar College, the VSA seeks to create a basic framework in which individuals are free to conduct their own academic and non-academic lives in an environment that is representative of all students The VSA governs through the Constitution and the By-Laws of the Vassar Student Association . The current VSA Constitution was ratified by a majority of the student body and approved by the faculty and the President of Vassar College in 1988, and gives students great powers of representation. The constitution defines Membership in the VSA as follows:

ARTICLE 1: Membership A. All students of Vassar College are members of the VSA and each member shall enjoy the rights and responsibilities embodied in this Constitution and its By-Laws. B. All members of the VSA shall have the right to vote in any and all VSA referendums and elections for offices of which they are constituents, as defined by their Class and Residence membership. C. All members of the VSA shall have the right to run for any VSA Office of which they are constituents, in accordance with the restrictions outlined by the VSA Board of Elections, the policies and legislation of the VSA Council, VSA judicial verdicts, and all exclusivity requirements stipulated in this Consitution and its By-Laws. The operation of the VSA is overseen by the VSA Council, consisting of the Presidents of the nine residence halls, Ferry House, the Town Houses, the Ter- race Apartments, and of the Town Students, the four Class Presidents, the VSA President, VSA Vice President, VSA Secretary, VSA Treasurer, and the Student Academic Executive. These individuals, elected by the student body in accor- dance with the Elections By-Laws, serve as the legislative branch of the VSA. The VSA has great latitude in determining its own social regulations. The residence halls are open to all members of the VSA and their guests, 24 hours a day. In addition, each individual House determines its own noise code and other policies. Students are responsible for compliance with and enforcement of these regulations, and violation of these policies may be grounds for adjudication by either the Vassar Student Association or the college.

Students elected to serve on the VSA Judicial Board uphold the Constitution and its By-Laws. These bodies protect the rights and privileges of the members of the VSA, and any student may bring alleged violations to their attention. A list of specific rights, privileges and regulations can be found in the College Regulations, the current Residential Life Handbook, and The Constitution and the By-Laws of the Vassar Student Association. The VSA is budgeted through the Student Activity Fee (SAF). The VSA Council disburses the SAF in conjunction with moneys from the VSA Restricted Endowment Fund to authorized VSA Organizations in accordance with the Budgeting By-Laws to improve the social well-being of the Vassar community. The VSA works with the administration, faculty, and staff to forward the educational, social, and residential objectives of Vassar College. To this end, students are elected to Joint Committees such as the Committee on College 80

Life, the Committee on Curricular Policies, and the Committee on Admissions. Student involvement is at the core of the development of Vassar College as an institution, and the intent of these Social Regulations is to forward those goals to the fullest extent possible. 81

Part E: College Regulations Vassar College regulations protect the rights, interests, and safety of the college community. They cover all areas deemed essential to maintaining an environment conducive to carrying out the educational goals of the college. Within the framework established in these regulations, the individual is as free as possible to conduct his or her own academic and nonacademic life. How- ever, the privilege of making independent decisions involves the acceptance of responsibility should such choices violate the regulations. Therefore, the college expects students, faculty, administrators, staff, and other employees to uphold its standards of personal and social conduct at all times when they are associated with Vassar, and assumes that individual decisions will be accompanied by careful consideration of the standards maintained by the community.

The following statement was adopted by the faculty at its meeting of February 25, 1987:

Academic Freedom and Responsibility “Vassar College is dedicated to freedom of inquiry in the pursuit of truth, and is vigilant in defending the right of individuals to free speech. The college, however, is also a community dedicated to the cultivation of an atmosphere in which all of its members may live and work free from intolerance, disrespect, or harassment. The college, therefore, defends free speech and also embraces the principle of civil discourse. In this regard, members of the college community accept constraints, similar to those of parliamentary debate against personal attacks or courts of law against the use of inflammatory language. Under the rule of civility, individuals within the community are expected to behave reasonably, use speech responsibly, and respect the rights of others. Genuine freedom of mind is not possible in the absence of civility. “As a private institution, Vassar is a voluntary association of persons invited to membership on the understanding that they will respect the principles by which it is governed. Because Vassar is a residential college, and because it seeks diversity in its membership, individuals have a particular obligation beyond that of society at large to exercise self-restraint, tolerance for difference, and regard for the rights and sensitivities of others. When individuals violate their obligation to the community, such as through the denigration of groups within the college, it is not simply a matter for those particular groups, but it offends the sensibilities of the entire community. The strength and health of the college rests on the af- firmation by all of its members of these principles of freedom with responsibility and respect for others.”

Public Law Vassar College cannot and will not give members of its community protection from the consequences of violations of federal, state and local laws. Student, administrative, staff, and faculty offenders against any of these laws are also subject to disciplinary action by the college, when such activities are adjudged disruptive of the educational climate. As with all infractions of rules, disciplinary decisions will be made on an individual basis. The college reserves the right to contact civil authorities when it is deemed necessary.

Policy on Use of Drugs and Alcohol (Compliance with Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989) 82

Vassar prides itself on maintaining an environment conducive to achieving the highest levels of learning, and constantly reevaluates the quality of life on campus. Drug and alcohol abuse have no place in such an environment; they are very destructive of it. The college's standards of conduct prohibit the unlawful posses- sion, use and distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on the school's property or as part of any school activity. The use, possession and distribution of hallucinogenic drugs, barbiturates, amphetamines, narcotics and certain other drugs are prohibited under local, state and federal law and therefore by college regulations, except on a doctor's prescription. New York State Law prohibits the sale or gift of alcoholic beverages to anyone under 21 years of age or the purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by anyone under 21 years of age. There are numerous health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol:

1. Accidents - The use of alcohol and drugs reduces a person's normal reac- tion time, thereby increasing chances of accidents as long as the drug or alcohol remains in the bloodstream. 2. Illness and Health Problems - Users of alcohol and drugs often ignore good health habits. Ingesting, inhaling or injecting drugs encourages disease and illness or death. 3. Addiction - When one's whole existence is centered on alcohol or drugs, this dependency takes away personal freedom. The chemical substances are "in control."

The college, through its confidential counseling and medical services, will try to get treatment for drug and alcohol users, and has a continuing program to educate the community about the dangers of substance abuse. The Drug Education Committee, composed of students, faculty and members of the counseling and medical staffs, helps to formulate college policy and programs relating to drug problems. Any questions or concerns related to the use of drugs can be taken in confidence to this committee. The college welcomes information that will keep dealers off campus as getting proof of dealing is often difficult. The information received on a dealer is shared with local police agencies and it is reasonable to assume that the police main- tain their own surveillance both on and off campus. New York State Drug and Alcohol laws are stiff and the college cannot protect any member of the Vassar community from law. Any student or employee in violation of the local, state or federal laws or who is in violation of the college standards may be subject to the following sanctions: 1. Participation in and completion of a drug or an alcohol abuse rehabilita- tion program. 2. Expulsion from school or termination of employment 3. Referral to the authorities for prosecution. 83

Specific College Regulations

SECTION 1: Drugs 1.01-1.05 The possession (whether for personal use or distribution) (1.01) and the use (1.02) of hallucinogenic drugs, barbiturates, amphetamines, narcotics and prescription and controlled drugs (except as prescribed by a medical professional) are prohibited by College Regulations and New York State and Federal Laws. The distribution (1.03), intent to distribute (1.04) and sale (1.05) of these drugs are similarly prohibited. 1.06 Drug paraphernalia found in students’ possession or rooms will be removed and will subject the occupants to disciplinary action.

SECTION 2: Alcohol 2.01 New York State law prohibits both the distribution of alcoholic beverages to anyone under the age of twenty-one years and the sale, purchase, possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages by anyone under the age of twenty-one. 2.02 The consumption of alcoholic beverages on the campus grounds and the possession of opened containers of alcoholic beverages are prohibited unless specific permission is granted. 2.03 The consumption of alcoholic beverages and the possession of open con- tainers within buildings may be subject to regulations specific for that building. 2.04 Permission for an organized public or private gathering at which alcoholic beverages will be consumed must be approved and registered. Any violation of the Party Registration Policy will result in disciplinary action. Please refer to the Party Permission Form for further information. a. The Office of Residential Life and the appropriate House President must approve any gatherings in the Residence Halls, Ferry, Town Houses and Terrace Apartments. b. The Associate Dean of the College must approve the use of public spaces on campus. 2.05 Any gathering at which alcohol is served from kegs, beer balls or common containers must be approved and registered by the Office of Campus Activities or the Office of Residential Life. 2.06 When College is in session, Matthew’s Mug is open to students and their guests. A valid Vassar identification card is required for entry. The Mug will serve alcoholic beverages only to those individuals who are twenty-one years of age or older. Students may bring up to three guests to Matthew’s Mug at a given time, and these guests must have proper passes. 2.07 It is a violation of the College Regulations and New York State Law to bring alcoholic beverages into any facility where alcohol is being sold. 2.08 It is a violation of the College Regulations to bring your own alcoholic beverages (BYOB) to public or private events. Note: Minimum sanction for any violation of the drug and alcohol sections of the Regulations is mandatory attendance at the Drug or Alcohol Education class and three hours of sanctioned community service. This includes students who require medical attention due to alcohol and/or drug use. The College will notify the parents of any student who requires hospitalization due to drug or alcohol-related causes.

SECTION 3: Identification New York State Law specifies that only a valid drivers license or non-driver identification card, US military ID or a passport can be used as legal proof of age to purchase alcoholic beverages. At all events on campus where alcoholic beverages are being served the following identification must be presented: a valid Vassar College identification card and one of the New York State required forms 84 of identification. Guests must have two forms of identification, one of which is a New York state required form of identification and a Vassar College guest pass. 3.01 Members of the college community are required to identify themselves and show their Vassar ID card at the request of any member of the community. 3.02 Guests must have a guest pass properly filled out by their host. This pass must be shown at the request of any member of the college community. Hosts are responsible for providing their guests with these passes and for informing their guests of the college regulations. Guest passes may be obtained at each residence hall, and the message center for residents of town houses, ferry, terrace apartments and south commons. 3.03 Alteration of identification or the use of altered identification will subject the user to an automatic fine of $50 and the possibility of additional disciplinary action. Fraudulent use of an ID will subject the user to the same sanctions. 3.04 All students on leave of absence and students who have withdrawn must leave campus within 48 hours of the effective date of the leave or withdrawal.

SECTION 4: Discrimination and Harassment Nondiscrimination and Harassment Policy It is the policy of Vassar College to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination or harassment. Discrimination or harassment against members of the College community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, HIV status, or age is not permissible. The community is further advised that recourse can be sought through the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Office of Civil Rights (OCR), the State Division of Human Rights, or the Courts. Vassar College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy does not limit the rights of any individual to seek remedies available under state or federal law. Vassar College considers compliance with this policy to be a matter of the highest priority and hereby instructs all members of the College community to conduct themselves in accordance with this policy. 4.01 Discrimination is defined, for the purpose of this policy, as any decision, act, or failure to act which interferes with or limits a person’s or group’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, privileges, or activities of the Col- lege when such decision, act, or failure to act is based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, HIV status, or age. 4.02 Harassment is defined, for the purpose of this policy, as unwelcome and unauthorized incidents and/or patterns of conduct and/or speech that are severe, persistent or pervasive which: a) the harasser either knows, or should know, will have the effect of making the College environment hostile, intimidating, or demeaning to the victim, and b) in fact renders the College environment (including the work or study environment) hostile, intimidating, or demeaning for the victim. c) Sexual Harassment is defined, for the purposes of this policy as follows: unwelcome sexual advances, requests, and other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature where: d) submission to such conduct is made, either expressly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education; or e) submission or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment or educational decisions affecting such individual; or f) such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s academic or professional performance or of creating an intimi- dating, hostile or demeaning employment or educational environment. 85

Grievance Procedures Vassar College has designed its grievance process as an internal method for resolving complaints of discrimination or harassment which may arise with the College community. The grievance procedures are designed to bring about prompt and equitable resolutions for alleged discrimination or harassment. Appropriate resolutions include, but are not limited to, efforts toward edu- cation, mediation, intervention, and/or discipline.

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action The Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action handles inquiries about discrimination and harassment complaints, and provides counsel on the College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy and procedures. A member of the college community who believes he or she has been the victim of dis- crimination or harassment should contact the Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Office. Discussing a complaint does not commit one to making a formal charge. Disagreements about or denials of disability-related accommodations or aux- iliary aids and services, modifications to a College program or activity as related to disability needs, or inaccessibility to College facilities or programs may be appealed to the Faculty Director of Affirmative Action who has been designated to coordinate the College’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Confidentiality and Protection against Reprisal. Vassar College will endeavor to maintain confidentiality in all informal and formal proceedings, except as otherwise specified in these statements of procedure. All documents relating to the alleged incident of discrimination or harassment will be maintained as confidential. Participants are authorized to discuss the case only with those persons who have a genuine need to know. 4.04 Retaliation or retribution of any kind taken against an individual as a result of that person filing a complaint in good faith, cooperating in an investigation, or otherwise participating in these procedures is strictly prohibited. Any attempt to retaliate against an individual for bringing a sincere complaint may in itself be treated as a form of harassment. Similarly, a complaint that is malicious and groundless may be treated as an attempt to harass the respondent.

Mediation. Vassar College encourages the use of informal resolution methods to resolve discrimination or harassment disputes and complaints. Students who are experi- encing harassment or discrimination may wish to achieve an informal solution to the problem, and may request that their complaint be resolved with the assistance of a trained mediator. With consent of both the complainant and the respondent, the Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer will contact a mediator whose training is appropriate to the conflict to be resolved. Mediation is intended to provide the complainant and the respondent an opportunity to define issues about the alleged incident(s) of discrimination or harassment, clarify each party’s needs and positions, maintain an equitable balance of power between the parties, and facilitate mutually agreed upon resolutions in a confidential setting. The mediation process ends when a resolution has been reached or when the complainant or the respondent has terminated the process. At any time during the mediation process, the complainant and the respondent are free to withdraw consent. A mediation resolution results in a binding agreement between the parties. The mediation process, if unsuccessful, will not prejudice the rights of either party in the dispute, and therefore, neither the reason for the failure of the mediation nor any material or statements made during the process will be used in any subsequent proceedings or forums. 86

Formal Grievance Procedure. The complainant may choose to initiate a formal grievance by requesting that the complaint be forwarded to the Grievance Hearing Panel or to the College Regulations Panel, as appropriate. Formal grievance procedures are initiated by filing a written and signed complaint, as outlined below. a) When to File a Complaint. A grievant should file a written complaint within 60 days of the last date of the alleged incident(s) of discrimination or harassment, or within 30 days of the end date of the mediation process described above. Individuals should note that the state and federal statute of limitations for discrimination and harassment is typically 180 days. Whenever the application of any time deadline or procedure set forth in the grievance procedure creates a problem owing to the nature of the complaint or the urgency of the matter, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action will determine whether an expediated grievance process can be fashioned. Time periods may also be extended if deemed necessary and appropriate. b) What to File. A complaint must be in writing and include the following: the grievant’s name, address, phone number, and employment or academic class status; a complete and detailed description of the alleged incident(s) of discrimination or harassment; and the grievant’s signature with date of signing. c) Where to File. The complaint must be filed with the Office of Equal Op- portunity and Affirmative Action.

Preliminary Review of Complaint and Notice of Receipt. Upon receipt, the complaint will be reviewed for appropriateness and time- liness. The grievant will receive written notice of the complaint within 5 work- ing days, and will be advised of the College's grievance procedures and forms of relief. Formal grievance complaints require that the respondent be advised of the allegations and the source of the complaint by the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. The Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer will provide the respondent with a copy of the formal grievance complaint within five (5) working days of receipt of the complaint, and will advise the respondent of the College’s griev- ance policy and procedures. The grievant shall be informed as to whether or not the alleged incidents of discrimination or harassment constitute a violation of the College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy, and whether or not it is appropriate to convene a Grievance Hearing Panel. The decision to request a Grievance Hearing Panel rests with the grievant. If the respondent is a member of the faculty, staff, or administration, and the grievant requests a Grievance Hearing Panel, the grievance shall be transmitted to the respondent’s senior administrative officer (the senior administrative officers of the College include the President, the Dean of the Faculty, the Dean of the College, the Director of College Relations, the Vice President for Development, and the Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer) who shall convene a Grievance Hearing Panel. If the respondent is a student, and the grievant requests a Grievance Hearing Panel, the complaint shall be transmitted to the College Regulations Panel, which shall provide fair and expeditious hearing to both grievant and respondent. The rules and procedures of the hearing shall be those normally in effect for the Col- lege Regulations Panel. Detailed rules and procedures of the College Regulations Panel are available from the Office of the Dean of Students upon request.

Grievance Hearing Panel The Grievance Hearing Panel, appointed and chaired by the respondent’s Senior Administrative Officer, will then conduct a hearing, including an exami- 87 nation of those witnesses and receipt of such documentary evidence as the Panel may deem appropriate. The Senior Administrative Officer shall chair the Panel as a nonvoting member. a) Final Disposition by the Grievance Hearing Panel. The Grievance Hearing Panel shall deliberate in private session and shall by open vote decide on whether a violation of the College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy has occurred. A decision that a violation has occurred requires unanimity among the members eligible to vote. In the case of the finding of a violation, the Senior Administrative Officer, in consultation with the members of the panel, shall determine the appropriate remedy or sanc- tion. b) A written summary prepared by the Chair of the Grievance Hearing Panel on the basis of this judgment shall be conveyed to both the grievant and the respondent within three working days after the deliberations have been completed. c) If the respondent is a member of the faculty, staff, or administration and has been found to be in violation of the College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy, a written record of the grievance and the opinion by the Grievance Hearing Panel shall be retained in the files of the respondent’s Senior Administrative Officer. If the respondent is a student, a written record shall be kept in the files of the College Regulations Panel. When the complaint has been resolved through informal mediation or judged not to be well founded through formal hearing procedures, a written record shall be retained only at the request of the respondent. d) Both parties will have the opportunity to review all other contents of the case file after the hearing. Contents of the file can only be seen in the office of the Senior Administrative Officer in the presence of an observer. Notes may be taken while reviewing the file.

Appeal Process Appeals must specify one or more of the following criteria: 1) evidence of al- leged procedural errors which impaired the ability of either party to adequately present herself or himself, or 2) the imposition of excessive penalty. Appeals may not be based on general dissatisfaction with the proposed disposition. For students, the final disposition may be appealed by the grievant or the re- spondent through the College Regulations Appeals Committee. Detailed rules and procedures of the College Regulations Appeals Committee are available from the Office of the Dean of Students upon request. For faculty and staff, the final disposition may be appealed to the President by the grievant or the respondent within 30 days of the final ruling. The appeal process for faculty and staff is initiated by filing a written request for review with the Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer. The appeal shall be forwarded to the President. The President shall have the authority to affirm the finding or remand the finding to the Senior Administrative Officer for recon- sideration. A copy of the President’s written decision may be expected within 30 days of the filing of the appeal and shall be sent to all parties, and the Senior Administrative Officer whose authority will be needed to carry out the disposition. The deadline may be extended by the President for good cause. The decision of the President on the appeal is final.

SECTION 5: Stalking 5.01 Behavior on the part of a member of the college community, its guests, or its visitors that constitutes stalking is a violation of college regulations and will not be tolerated. 5.02 Stalking occurs when a person engages in a course of conduct directed toward another person and knows or should reasonably know that such conduct 88 is likely to alarm, harass, or cause reasonable fear of harm or injury in that per- son, in a member of the person's immediate family or in a third party. The feared harm of injury may be to physical, emotional or mental health, safety, property, education, employment, or career. “Course of conduct” refers to an intentional pattern of conduct, however short in duration, which serves no legitimate purpose and which evidences a conti- nuity of purpose.

SECTION 6: Hazing 6.01 Reckless or intentional acts which endanger mental or physical health or involve the forced consumption of alcohol or other drugs for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with any organization are forbidden. Individual vio- lators are subject to disciplinary action, and organizational violators may have their permission to operate on campus withdrawn. Violators are also subject to any applicable provision of the penal law.

SECTION 7: Aiding and Abetting 7.01 Any member of the college community aiding and abetting another person in violation of a college regulation will be subject to disciplinary action.

SECTION 8: Assault and Battery 8.01 No member of the college community may assault or commit battery on another person. 8.02 Assault occurs when a person intentionally or recklessly threatens physical injury or violence on another person. 8.03 Battery occurs when one person intentionally or recklessly inflicts physical injury or violence on another person by any means. 8.04 The severity of the offense is elevated by the use of a dangerous instru- ment or deadly weapon.

SECTION 9: Public Order In accordance with Article 129a of the Education Law of the State of New York, the college has adopted the following regulation relating to the maintenance of public order. A member or several members of a group violating public order regu- lations may be held accountable for such infractions on an individual basis. 9.01 Interference with the regular conduct of college programs, college living, or college administration on the college campus and on other property of Vassar College is deemed a violation of public order. 9.02 Any group wishing to use a public or academic facility for a meeting, lecture, concert, or other occasion, other than for usual and routine purposes, should give advance notice to, and obtain approval from the Director of Campus Activities. The library, computer center, infirmary and clinic, music building, art gallery, science laboratories, museums, Kenyon Hall, Walker Field House, and the observatory are not available for such uses except with the additional approval of the appropriate director or department chair. If any event is planned during which a roadway, walkway, or doorway must be temporarily blocked — as, for example, during a parade — advance notice of the event must be given to the Director of Campus Activities, and written approval must be obtained so adequate fire and other safety precautions can be taken. Otherwise, free passage on and to the campus must be maintained. 9.03 No individual or group shall occupy a private room, residence, or office, or any store, kitchen, workshop, or other operating premises without the consent of the person to whom it is assigned or who resides therein or who is in charge thereof. 9.04 Any individual or group using or occupying college property is responsible at all times for any damage done by them to the property. In the event of damage 89 not attributable to the user or occupant of a room or corridor, all occupants of the building shall share in the repair cost equally. 9.05 Any individual engaging in conduct that could or does cause damage to college property or the property of another is in violation of public order. 9.06 No unauthorized person may enter a building after closing. 9.07 All guests, licensees, and visitors are subject to these regulations. When an individual or group invites guests not directly connected with the college, the individual or group assumes responsibility for their awareness of these regu- lations.

SECTION 10: Endangerment 10.01 Reckless or intentional acts which endanger the welfare of any member of the college community are prohibited. 10.02 Any action which impairs the operation of any vital safety-provid- ing service, including, but not limited to the Message Center or the C.R.C., is prohibited.

SECTION 11: Theft 11.01 Participation in the theft of property or services on the college campus is prohibited. 11.02 Possession and/or use of goods which are known to be illegally procured are prohibited.

SECTION 12: Fire Regulations 12.01 Tampering with fire equipment, extinguishers, smoke detectors, de- cals, fire doors, exit lights, or the fire alarm system is forbidden. An automatic fine of $100 will be imposed for tampering with a fire extinguisher. The proper authorities will be notified and criminal charges may be filed by Vassar College against individuals who purposefully activate fire alarms without just cause. In addition, Vassar students will face an automatic fine of $100 and be subject to eviction from the residence program and/or suspension from the college. Falsely reporting fires represents a danger to the college community and is a violation of college regulations and New York State law. 12.02 No person may disregard a fire alarm signal or refuse to evacuate a build- ing when a fire alarm is activated. 12.03 Open fires may not be built anywhere on campus without written per- mission from the Director of Buildings and Grounds. 12.04 Burning of any kind is prohibited in the buildings: this includes incense, non-electric lanterns, Sterno or camp stoves, etc. Possession of candles in student rooms is also prohibited and any exception must be approved in advance by the appropriate House Adviser. 12.05 Extensive wall hangings are not permitted. Hangings of any kind are not allowed on sprinkler pipes. Students are advised to keep flammable items away from radiators and pipes. 12.06 Student rooms must not be littered with papers, trash or other com- bustible items. If, in the opinion of the fire chief, a room constitutes a hazard, disciplinary action may result. Town House, Terrace Apartment, and South Commons storage areas will be regularly inspected. 12.07 In auditoriums or other public rooms and on stages, all decorations, flats, or scenery must be approved in advance by the college fire chief. Failure to secure approval will result in the removal of the illegal decorations or scenery before the start of the event. 12.08 When the fire alarm rings in a building, the following regulations must be followed: • Shut the windows and doors, if you are in your room. Do not, however, at- tempt to return to your room from another part of the building. 90

• Get out of the building at once, using stairs. Elevators are NOT to be used during a fire or fire drill. Do not use fire escapes unless stairways are blocked or otherwise cut off. • Walk rapidly to the nearest exit, DO NOT RUN. Avoid panic; get out in a calm, orderly fashion. • Once out of the building, go directly to the designated meeting place and stay there until the fire chief gives permission to return to the building or until instructions are given by a fire officer. • During a fire, the telephone may not be used for incoming or outgoing calls except by authorized fire personnel. • During a fire, automobiles may not be driven on campus roads, except by authorized fire personnel. If the fire whistle sounds, pull your car to the side of the road out of the way of emergency traffic and remain there until the all clear (one blast of the whistle) sounds or until instructions are given by a college grounds guard.

SECTION 13: Smoking 13.01 Smoking is forbidden in all buildings on campus and within twenty five feet of all building entrances. Additionally, smoking is forbidden on the College Center Circle and Patio. The minimum sanction for anyone found in violation of this regulation is: first offense, a warning; second and subsequent offenses, a $25.00 fine per incident.

SECTION 14: Weapons 14.01 Possession of any of the following are prohibited on campus and in any campus building: firearms of any type, or any other ballistic device of any description whatsoever, explosives, ammunition or unauthorized fireworks, BB guns, slingshots, smoke bombs, and knives. 14.02 The use of any object as a weapon is prohibited. 14.03 The use of martial arts may be considered as the use of a weapon.

Section 15: Publicity Occasionally students may find themselves in the position of being asked by representatives of the media to speak about their experiences as a Vassar student. While this is often an opportunity to help the college, students should not feel obliged to participate with any request if they are in any way uncomfortable. The Office of College Relations is always available to assist students who may want their help in responding to requests from the media. All college news, includ- ing news of extracurricular student events and photographs, should be given to the outside news media through the Office of College Relations. Students are also encouraged to discuss publicity and public relations ideas with the staff of College Relations. Any student contacted by a newspaper, magazine, television or radio representative to make a statement concerning Vassar College should consult the Office of College Relations before doing so. When pursuits of individual or organizational interests are planned, members of the community are expected to consider the impact that any posting may have on all members of our diverse community - inclusive of religious beliefs, race, ethnicity, national origin, geographic origin, sexual orientation, gender, (dis)ability, age, socio-economic status and language ability. 15.01 The use of the name of the college or of students' names, as Vassar students, for commercial promotion is prohibited. 15.02 The use of the Vassar seal and logo is reserved for official college pub- lications only. 15.03 The use of paint, chalk, or any other marker on the grounds and build- ings of the college is prohibited. 91

15.04 All fliers and posters must bear contact information of the individual or student organization responsible for the posting.

SECTION 16: Sexual Offenses Vassar College expects that sexual activity among members of the college community and its guest will involve only consenting, mutually interested in- dividuals. Absent consent, sexual activity that is exploitative, coercive, and/or violent constitutes harassment (cf. §4.02), sexual abuse, or rape. Any behavior on the part of a member of the college community, its guests, or its visitors that constitutes a sexual offense is in violation of college regulations and will not be tolerated. Victims are strongly encouraged to contact any of a variety of offices and sup- port services on campus, such as Security, the Dean of Students, Health Services, Counseling Service, C.A.R.E.S., S.A.R.T., Residential Life, and the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life. For a detailed list of campus resources, please see Part C: Resources Available to All Members of the College Community. Victims are also encouraged to access resources available in the Poughkeepsie community, including S.A.F.E. units at local hospitals, the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department, and/or the District Attorney's Office. Definition of Terms. The following definitions are applicable to the College Regulations governing Sexual Offences. Except where noted, definitions parallel, but should not be construed as exactly duplicating, the definitions used in New York State law. a. "Sexual contact" means any touching of the sexual or other intimate parts of a person for the purpose of gratifying sexual desire of any involved party. It includes the touching of an actor by the victim, as well as the touching of the victim by an actor, whether directly or through clothing. b. "Sexual intercourse"i means any sexual contact between the penis and vagina, penis and the anus, the mouth and penis, or the mouth and the vulva. c. "Mentally disabled"ii means that a person suffers from a mental disease or disability that renders him or her persistently incapable of appraising the nature of his or her conduct. d. "Mentally incapacitated" means that a person is rendered temporarily in- capable of appraising or controlling his or her conduct due to the influence of a narcotic or intoxicating substance, or due to any act committed upon him or her without consent. e. "Physically helpless" means that a person is unconscious or is physically unable to communicate unwillingness to an act for any other reason. f. "Forcible compulsion" means compulsion by the threat or the use of physical force, either expressed or implied, which places a person in fear of immediate death, physical injury to himself, herself or another person, places a person in fear that he, she or another person will immediately be kidnapped, or places a person in fear of personal, emotional, social, economic, or academic harm. Lack of Consent. Whether or not specifically stated, it is an element of every sexual offense covered here that the sexual act was committed without consent of the victim. Lack of consent results from: forcible compulsion, incapacity to consent, or any circumstances in which the victim does not expressly or impliedly acquiesce in the actor's conduct. A person is deemed incapable of consent when according to the definitions above he or she is: less than seventeen years old, mentally defective, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless.

Introduction to Offenses. The following three sections (§§ 15.01-03) constitute the Sexual Offenses that may be charged and adjudicated under the College Regulations. 16.01 Sexual Abuse occurs when one person has sexual contact with another person without the latter's consent. The severity of offense is elevated by the 92 use of forcible compulsion or when the latter person is unable to consent due to physical helplessness. The minimum sanction for any student found guilty of sexual abuse will be immediate suspension for the remainder of the current semester. More serious sanctions may include, but are not limited to, immediate expulsion from the college. 16.02 Aggravated Sexual Abuse occurs when a person inserts a finger or a foreign object in the vagina, urethra, penis, or rectum of another person by forc- ible compulsion, or when the latter person is incapable of consent by reason of physical helplessness, or when the latter person is under the age of consent. The severity of offense is elevated when the insertion causes physical injury to the latter person. Any charge of Aggravated Sexual Abuse requires a concurrent charge of Sexual Abuse. The minimum sanction for aggravated sexual abuse will be suspension for the remainder of the current semester and the entirety of the following semester. More serious sanctions may include, but are not limited to, immediate expulsion from the college. 16.03 Rape occurs when a person has sexual intercourse with another person without the latter's consent. The severity of offense is elevated by the use of forcible compulsion or when the latter person is unable to consent by reason of physical helplessness. Any charge of Rape requires concurrent charges of Sexual Abuse and Aggravated Sexual Abuse. The minimum sanction for Rape is im- mediate suspension for the remainder of the current semester and the entirety of the following semester. More serious sanctions may include, but are not limited to, immediate expulsion from the college. It is important to note that actions leading to a charge of Rape under the College Regulations may lead either to a charge of Rape (NYS §§ 130.25/.30/.35) or to a charge of Sodomy (NYS §§ 130.40/.45/.50) under New York State penal code depending on the circum- stances of the offense. ______i This definition combines those of "sexual intercourse" and "sodomy" in NYS law. ii NYS law: "Mentally Defective"

SECTION 17: Employment 17.01 No student may act as an agent on campus for any company or orga- nization, including travel agencies, without permission from the Director of Campus Activities. 17.02 Permission is needed from the Director of Campus Activities for any individual or organization to solicit funds or sell articles on the campus. 17.03 No door-to-door, face to face, or electronic solicitation of students or special promotional meetings in the residence halls are permitted. 17.04 No commercial enterprise may be undertaken that does not provide a necessary service or educational benefit to the college community. Such enter- prises are subject to the approval of the Director of Campus Activities. 17.05 Vassar College maintains post office boxes for the convenience of the college community. Because the mail addresses of those using the facility neces- sarily imply affiliation with the college, the use of the post office boxes for any purpose except personal correspondence and college related business is prohibited. Students and other members of the community engaged in independent busi- nesses are advised to rent boxes at the Arlington Post Office. 17.06 The abuse of student employment assignments, including but not limited to the falsification of timesheets, is a violation of college regulations.

SECTION 18: Public Areas and Facilities Permission must be obtained from the Office of Campus Activities and the College Center for the use of any auditorium, lecture hall, classroom, or residence hall living room, except for the use of house parlors by students living in the house. Registrar’s Office approves requests for day-time use of classrooms. 93

To comply with local and state requirements, the name of the person in charge of the meeting (or other event), the number expected to attend, and the nature of the program must be reported. The college accepts no responsibility at any time for the personal property of students. 18.01 Improper use of public areas and facilities, or use without necessary permission, is a violation of college regulations. 18.02 Students are not allowed on any roof or balcony without the consent of the appropriate administrative officer. 18.03 Sleeping outside on campus grounds is permitted only with written authorization from the Associate Dean of the College. 18.04 Removal of college property from public areas is not permitted without the consent of the appropriate administrative officer. 18.05 Students are responsible for any damage they cause to college prop- erty. 18.06 Consumption of food and drink is not permitted in public auditoriums or the library. 18.07 Entering any college facility except in accordance with established regulations is prohibited.

SECTION 19: Pet Regulations a) Students are not allowed to bring pets to the Vassar campus. This prohi- bition applies to students living in any college-owned housing. Students living off-campus may not bring their unleashed pets on campus. Exceptions are made for very small animals kept in cages, aquariums, or terrariums. Other than service animals trained to provide assistance for the benefit of a student with a disability, dogs and cats are strictly prohibited. The care and supervision of a service animal is the responsibility of his or her owner. b) Other members of the campus community who have pets may bring them onto campus, as long as they are appropriately restrained. Animals must be kept on leashes or placed in carriers. The care and supervision of these animals is the responsibility of the owner.

SECTION 20: Automobile Regulations Members of the college community are permitted to have automobiles on the campus subject to the following regulations, which apply to all students, faculty, staff, and administrators. The Vassar campus has very limited facilities for automobiles. Illegal parking is a serious safety hazard as it obstructs the movement of emergency vehicles, and endangers pedestrians by overcrowding narrow roads. The following park- ing regulations apply to all parts of campus (including Alumnae House), except the south parking lot. Free parking is provided in the south lot for all students and guests displaying a current Vassar decal. Illegally parked cars of students and their guests are subject to fines and towing at the expense of the person reclaim- ing the car. All automobile regulations apply to any rental car brought on the campus. 20.01 Reckless or dangerous driving on campus is prohibited. 20.02 All motor vehicles must display a Vassar decal for the current academic year at all times. Decals are available at the Office of Security. 20.03 Motorists must comply with all posted traffic regulations. 20.04 Changes must be immediately reported, i.e., license plates, make of car, or use of a different car, to the Office of Security. 20.05 The campus speed limit is 15 mph. 20.06 No cars belonging to students or their guests are permitted on the campus Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The spaces on Raymond Avenue along the college wall between Main Gate and the chapel entrance are 94 part of the campus and are subject to the above restrictions. They also apply to Kendrick lot. The following exceptions are allowed: • Any vehicle displaying a valid disability permit may be parked in any valid campus parking space, including a designated disability space. Valid permits in- clude state issued license plates and placards, and permits issued by the Town of Poughkeepsie. Members of the college community with a documented temporary condition that impairs their mobility, may request a temporary disability parking permit from Baldwin Health Services or Disability and Support Services. • Students living in the Terrace Apartments or their guests may enter at the Collegeview Avenue gate and drive directly to Terrace Apartment parking. Special Terrace Apartment stickers will be issued by the Office of Security. The College designates one numbered parking space per Terrace Apartment; only residents of that Terrace Apartment may park in the designated space. Other residents and their guests may park at the south side of Walker Field House. Long-term parking in the Town House parking lots is restricted to those cars with “TH” parking decals. • Students or guests with something to load or unload may obtain a 20-minute pass from their residence hall messenger. They may park only in the spaces near each residence hall designated as loading zones, not in other parking areas. It is the responsibility of students to inform their guests of this regulation. * A disabled car is not a valid excuse to avoid fines or towing. 20.07 The driver of any motor vehicle on campus must be duly licensed to operate a motor vehicle upon a public highway, and must conform to traffic control, including stop signs and barricades. 20.08 Students must register their automobiles at the Security office, where they will receive the appropriate parking decal. From the first day of classes through the last day of exams, first year students are permitted to park only at the Boardman Road lot. Their cars are not allowed on central campus without an unloading pass during those hours - after 6 PM weekdays and on weekends - when sophomores, juniors and seniors may park on campus. Shuttle service to the Boardman Road lot is provided at appropriate times during the semester. The central campus includes the Terrace Apartments and Town House areas. Temporary parking decals for cars belonging to students or their guests, and unloading passes are available at the Office of Security. To register a motor vehicle, a student must present: • The ownership of registration card issued by the state. • The student’s personal driver’s license. • Proof of liability insurance, including the name of the carrier, the policy number, and the effective dates. • A Vassar College identification card. 20.09 Students and their guests may park Monday through Friday between 7: 00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the lower south lot in the vicinity of Skinner. Part of the upper lot closest to Raymond Avenue is reserved for town students. 20.10 The cars of students and their guests are permitted on the campus nights, between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., and during the day on Saturdays and Sundays. During these hours, parking is limited to legal spaces marked with white lines only. No parking is permitted where there is a yellow line on the curb. 20.11 Parking is never permitted on sidewalks, within ten feet of fire hydrants, across walks or building entrances, around Main circle, or in any area marked “No Parking.” 20.12 Members of the college community are responsible for parking violations incurred by their guests. 20.13 A student who allows his or her ID card to be used to bring a car through Main Gate is responsible for all fines incurred by the car. 20.14 Students may not leave cars on campus during vacation periods. Any 95 car left on campus will be subject to towing and storage charges at the owner’s expense. 20.15 Any car which has accumulated three or more tickets will include a $50 fine. Additionally, the vehicle will also be placed on the tow list and will be subject to towing should it be found on campus. The South Lot is still available for those vehicles on the banned or tow lists. 20.16 Fines will be imposed for violations of automobile regulations as indicated below. Severe or repeat violations may be referred to the College Regulations Panel for further disciplinary action. $50 fine for: • Driving on walks or grass. • Parking on grass or in disability spaces without a proper permit. $35 fine for: • Failure to register a car. • Use of a motorcycle or moped. $25 fine for: • Parking in a zone marked “Tow Away” (in addition to towing costs). • Parking within 10 feet of a fire hydrant or in a fire lane. • Parking across walks or building entrances. • Exceeding the campus speed limit. • Failure to observe a stop sign. $25 fine for: • Other illegal parking. • Failure to display the current Vassar decal. • Failure to report a change of license plates. • Parking in a house fellow parking space. Appeals of parking tickets may be brought first to the Security Office. If un- resolved, they may then be brought to the Parking Ticket Appeals Board which is composed of appointed members of the college community including at least two students appointed by the VSA. The chair of the board is a representative of the Office of Security who votes only in case of a tie.

SECTION 21: Bicycles 21.01 All bicycles must display the current college decal. Unlicensed bicycles will be confiscated. The license can be obtained at the Office of Security. 21.02 No bicycle may be ridden at night without a light and a reflector. 21.03 No bicycle may be parked near an exit or across a walk. 21.04 No bicycles may be parked in such a way as to obstruct a handrail. Bicycles so parked will be impounded and not returned until a $50.00 fine is paid. 21.05 Bicycles may be placed in student rooms during winter and spring vaca- tions. A fine will be imposed for any bicycle left elsewhere on campus during these vacations. 21.06 Bicycles may not be brought into any college building other than resi- dences. They may not be brought or left in a part of these residences where they would create a safety hazard or would violate fire regulations.

SECTION 22: Motorcycles 22.01 The college does not permit motorcycles, motor scooters, mopeds, or similar vehicles to be used on the campus. They may be parked only in the special spaces available by North Gate and in the area of the Town Houses; no motorcycle, moped, or other gasoline or diesel powered vehicle may be taken inside any college-owned building.

SECTION 23: Skateboards, Rollerskates, Rollerblades, Scooters, and Longboards 23.01 The use of skateboards on campus is not permitted. The use of rollerskates, 96 rollerblades, scooters, and longboards by members of the college community is permitted. The use of rollerskates, rollerblades, scooters, and longboards is prohibited inside any college building and on all ramps, patios, stairs, and areas around building entrances.

SECTION 24: Residential Regulations The Office of Residential Life, the Committee on College Life and the Res- idential Life Advisory together establish and review the regulations governing the residential life of students. While the college respects a student’s right to privacy, it reserves the right to enter any room when the interests of the college, safety, repair or maintenance urgently necessitate. Ordinarily, when students refuse to cooperate with a security guard, in the interest of health/safety issues and/or pursuing an investigation, the security guard will begin procedures to enter the student’s room without permission. This procedure requires the security guard: a.) to identify him/herself and formally state the reason why a student’s coop- eration is necessary, (e.g. suspicion of college regulation violation); b.) to communicate that if the door is not opened, a master key will be obtained and the room entered; c.) to make efforts to have a house officer and/or the house fellow/administrator present when the room is entered. For normal repairs the college will continue to notify the occupants 24 hours in advance of performing scheduled maintenance. 24.01 Each Vassar student is required to register his or her guests and is limited to sponsoring no more than three guests on campus at any one time. Any student on leave of absence from the college is considered a guest during the period of the leave. Students who have completed requirements for grad- uation in January, and who are not registered for courses are considered to be guests when they visit on campus prior to graduation weekend. The college reserves the right to withdraw hospitality from any guest who abuses these privileges. 24.02 All guests must carry valid guest passes at all times. 24.03 Any guest remaining in a residence hall for an unreasonable length of time (usually defined as beyond three nights), or any guest who disturbs Vassar students will be asked to leave the campus. Extended guest passes may be obtained through the Office of Residential Life. 24.04 No student may entertain as a guest on college-owned property anyone who has been suspended, expelled, or otherwise excluded from the campus by prior college action. The host may face disciplinary action. 24.05 Guests are subject to all college regulations. All employees of Vassar College are to obtain a guest pass prior to entering a residential facility during off-duty hours or for non-work related reasons, except for events open to the public. Each employee must provide proper ID and must be accompanied by his or her host while in the residential facilities. Any employee of Vassar College who is in violation of this policy, or refuses to show the guest pass when requested, may be subject to disciplinary action. 24.06 The automatic fine for an illegal pet is $35 and removal of the pet from campus. Violators may be referred to the Residence Hall Judicial Council for further disciplinary action, and may lose their privilege of living on campus. 24.07 Students are required to vacate rooms and residence halls by the posted closing time at all vacation periods, including the end of the academic year. A minimum fine of $25 will be imposed for any violation. During times when residence halls are officially closed, security officers are allowed to enter and inspect rooms whose doors are left open or unlocked. Following the inspection, the door will be locked. 24.08 No fixture may be removed from or attached to any wall, door, or window 97 without written permission from the Director of Residential Life. No tacks, nails, screws, pins, tape, glue, etc. may be used in or on walls, woodwork, or college furniture. Pictures, bulletin boards, etc., may be hung from moldings with mold- ing hooks and picture wire. Repair of damage to college property will be charged to the student responsible. 24.09 College property may not be painted without the written consent of the House Adviser. 24.10 Waterbeds may not be used in college housing. An automatic fine of $25 will be imposed for any violation. A second offense will bring, at minimum, a $75 fine, and continued use could result in the revocation of housing privileges. 24.11 No college furniture may be removed from student rooms without the permission of the Director of Residential Life or designee. 24.12 Misappropriated property found in students’ rooms will be removed and will subject the occupants to disciplinary action. 24.13 Illegal room changes will be subject to fines. 24.14 The following appliances are specifically prohibited in all Residence Halls: electric blankets electric frying pans hot plates electric sheets immersion heaters microwaves electric mattresses ultra violet or halogen lamps toasters infrared lamps woks percolators other hot pots toaster ovens heating pads hot air popcorn poppers any appliance not listed below NOTE: All appliances in student rooms must carry the Underwriters Laboratory approval, UL, stamped on the article. NOTE: The following appliances may be used in student rooms: clocks electric coffee pots with electric toothbrushes hair dryers automatic controls typewriters sewing machines vacuum cleaners tape recorders electric brooms home computers televisions electric razors humidifiers slide projectors hot pots with fans VCR’s automatic controls radios irons with automatic curling irons record players shutoff refrigerators (see note below) CD players DVD players NOTE: All appliances are required to be equipped with an automatic shutoff. NOTE: The following appliances may be used in the Town Houses and Terrace Apartments but only in the kitchens: toasters, woks, other hot pots, frying pans, percola- tors, toaster ovens, popcorn poppers, microwaves. NOTE: Main residents may have one unit per single room, one room double or suite. Refrigerators may not exceed five cubic feet in size. Students are responsible for moving refrigerators in and out of rooms and must make arrangements for summer storage off campus. The automatic fine for possession and/or use of each illegal electrical appliance is $25. A repeated violation will bring a $75 fine and confiscation. Continued possession of any illegal appliance could result in the revocation of housing privileges. Appeals of such fines will be considered by the Assistant Director of Residential Life. The College reserves the right to conduct room to room Health/Safety in- spections during the academic year (i.e. January during winter break and March during spring break) or whenever it is deemed necessary to insure the safety of the residents. This also includes all Town Houses and Terrace Apartments. The College reserves the right to re-inspect a student room to insure that 98 an illegal appliance and/or a pet has been removed after a violation has been reported/documented. The College reserves the right to conduct room to room searches when common area furniture or college property is missing or misappropriated in a residence hall. 24.15 Students may not make any changes in electrical, data or telephone wiring (including attachment of dimmer switches.)

SECTION 25: Vandalism 25.01 Reckless or intentional damage to college property is a violation of the college regulations. 25.02 Reckless or intentional damage to personal property is a violation of the college regulations.

SECTION 26: Failure to Comply 26.01 Anyone who fails to comply with the terms of sanctions imposed is in violation of the college regulations and is subject to further disciplinary action. 26.02 Anyone on campus in violation of a ban, suspension, or expulsion sanc tion is subject to prosecution for criminal trespass.

SECTION 27: Confidentiality All participants in hearings of the Academic Panel and the College Regulations Panel are bound to confidentiality on all aspects of the hearings. Violation of this confidentiality is a violation of the college regulations. The chair of the panel may discuss panel hearings in confidence with appropriate members of the college community. The complainant and/or respondent may consult, in confidence, with any of the asterisked resources listed in PART C of the college regulations. 99

PART F: Computer Regulations The purpose of the computing and networking facilities at Vassar is to support and enhance the program of teaching, learning, and scholarship which is the mission of the college. Computing is also an important communications medium of the college community. Therefore, using college-owned facilities establishes a contract to use them legally, ethically, in accordance with their educational purposes, and with civil regard for other members of the campus community. In general, use of Vassar’s computer systems and network facilities is subject to the same regulations and sanctions as any other campus activity. Users should be aware that laws which apply in society also apply in the computer world. College regulations regarding harassment and privacy, for example, and state or federal laws with regard to libel or copyright of the written word, computer software, graphic image or audio sounds, are applicable to the electronic community. For example, harassment via computer may be treated the same as harassment through any other medium; plagiarism of computer documents may be handled like any other instance of plagiarism, and so on. College-owned computing facilities, including the campus network and Inter- net connection, whether accessed locally or remotely, as well as central services such as file storage on campus servers, electronic mail and Web accounts, may not be used for commercial purposes, e.g. selling goods and/or services, consulting, or contract programming. Users should not waste resources or mistreat equipment or systems. They should not interfere in any way with the normal storage, process- ing, and flow of information on the campus systems. Furthermore, all users share the responsibility to protect the Vassar facilities from unauthorized use, and to report suspected infringements by contacting the Office of Security.

I. Privacy Computer programs and electronic files belong to their owner. They are pri- vate, confidential, and protected by copyright; only the owner can explicitly give permission for another user to access them. Individual usernames and passwords belong solely to the owner of the account. To protect college resources for all users, usernames and passwords must not be shared with anybody for any reason; passwords must be changed when requested by CIS for security purposes. Col- lege regulations concerning the privacy of files and programs apply when Vassar computer users access campus resources from public or personal computers on campus; when they access campus resources from a remote site; and when they access other systems at remote sites or on other campuses.

II. Disclaimer Vassar is an educational community committed to academic excellence and civil regard for others. The WebSite and network services including, but not limited to, electronic mail and file servers, are intended to promote exploration and creativity. Vassar College is not responsible for material found, posted, sent or published from personal computer accounts, personal file servers, or on personal Web pages. Authors of personal home pages are solely responsible for content, and are expected to abide by college regulations. Any comments and concerns should be directed to the author. Vassar College reserves the right when warranted, however, to access files and documents stored on college-owned equipment. 100

PART G: Federal Regulations I. Political Activity and College Facilities From time to time students and faculty, either individually or in organized groups, engage in political activities which might be interpreted as being for the purpose of influencing legislation or as participating in political campaigns on behalf of candidates for public office. It is vitally important that Vassar College as an institution, as distinguished from its students, faculty, and staff, not be involved in any of these activities. It is especially important from the standpoint of protecting its tax-exempt status that the college not provide financial support to political activities either through money, services, facilities (including computing facilities such as electronic mail servers and the college’s internet connection), or otherwise. The procedures described below do not apply to the normal activities of either individuals or organized groups (such as various student clubs) which either are part of the normal educational process or which are a traditional part of extracur- ricular nonpolitical activities. Under federal law, a tax-exempt educational institution such as Vassar College is subject to strict restrictions against providing services or facilities to activities carried on for the purpose of influencing legislation. The limitations are espe- cially severe when the activities are on behalf of any candidate for public office. These limitations are contained in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, 18 USCA Sec. 610, and the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, Public Law No. 92-225. At present, it seems clear that if an individual or organization is engaged in influencing legislation or participating in a political campaign on behalf of a candidate for public office and pays for whatever use they make of Vassar’s services or facilities, no violation of the federal statutes will be involved. In general, it is preferable to avoid use of college facilities and services for political activities. However, it is recognized that in the case of telephones and duplicating services, it may be more convenient to work something out with the college for use of such facilities than to make other arrangements. This has been done and may continue to be done so long as the college is reimbursed for the cost of such use. The comptroller will assign an account number to each individual or orga- nization utilizing college facilities and services, to which account charges will be made. This account number will be assigned in the case of any organized group as soon as it provides satisfactory evidence of its financial responsibility and the names of the individuals who are authorized to approve charges to the account for payment if the organization fails to meet its financial obligations to the college. Except in unusual circumstances, no more than two such individuals should be authorized to approve for any organized group. In the case of an individual who is an employee of the college, an account number may be assigned simply on receipt of assurance from the individual that he or she will be personally responsible for payment of the charges.

A: Supplies, Duplicating Services, etc. Supplies, duplicating services, special set-ups, etc., ordered from the college, may be charged to an individual or to an organization’s account number with the approval of a duly authorized representative of that organization. 101

B: Postal Service Each politically active organization may use the US postal facilities in the con- tract substation on the campus for outgoing mail. Use of intracampus, unstamped mail, however, is not permitted, nor is the use of Vassar College departmental post office boxes. There is no requirement that any individual organization use college services or facilities. Anyone is wholly free to arrange with local suppliers for services and in fact is encouraged to do so, because extraordinary or prolonged use of facilities, particularly by nonmembers of the college community, even with reimbursement, might jeopardize the college.

II. Policy on Drugs and Use of Alcohol (Compliance with Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989)

Vassar prides itself on maintaining an environment conducive to achieving the highest levels of learning, and constantly reevaluates the quality of life on campus. Drug and alcohol abuse have no place in such an environment; they are very destructive of it. The college’s standards of conduct prohibit the unlawful possession, use, distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on the school’s property or as part of any school activity. The use, possession and distribution of hallucinogenic drugs, barbiturates, amphetamines, narcotics and certain other drugs are prohibited under local, state and federal law and therefore by college regulations, except on a doctor’s prescription. New York State Law prohibits the sale or gift of alcoholic beverages to anyone under 21 years of age or the purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages by anyone under 21 years of age. There are numerous health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. 1. Accidents—The use of alcohol and drugs reduces a person’s normal reac- tion time, thereby increasing chances of accidents as long as the drug or alcohol remains in the bloodstream. 2. Illness and Health Problems—Users of alcohol and drugs often ignore good health habits. Ingesting, inhaling or injecting drugs encourages disease and illness or death. 3. Addiction—When one’s whole existence is centered around alcohol or drugs, this dependency takes away personal freedom. The chemical substances are “in control.” The college, through its confidential counseling and medical services, will try to get treatment for drug and alcohol users, and has a continuing program to educate the community about the dangers of substance abuse. A Drug and Alcohol Education Committee, composed of students, faculty and members of the counseling and medical staffs, helps to formulate college policy and programs relating to drug problems. Any questions or concerns related to the use of drugs can be taken in confidence to this committee. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers consultation and referral services for college employees. EAP services are free and confidential. Services cover treatment and prevention of Alcohol and Drug problems. The college welcomes information that will keep dealers off campus as getting proof of dealing is often difficult. The information received on dealers is shared with local police agencies and it is reasonable to assume that the police main- tain their own surveillance both on and off campus. New York State Drug and Alcohol laws are stiff and the college cannot protect any member of the Vassar community from the law. 102

Any student or employee in violation of the local, state or federal laws or who is in violation of the college standards is subject to the following sanctions: 1. Participation in and completion of a drug or an alcohol abuse rehabilita- tion program. 2. Expulsion from school or termination of employment. 3. Referral to the authorities for prosecution.

III: Copyright and Fair Use It is the policy of the College to comply with the Copyright Law of the United States of America, as found in Title 17 of the United States Code, guiding itself by the Fair Use provisions, sometimes referred to as the Four Factors: In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use, the factors to be considered shall include: (1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copy- righted work as a whole; and (4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work. The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors. The College is also committed to assisting members of the Vassar community in interpreting legal requirements in order to assure the widest possible legal ac- cess to knowledge in keeping with Vassar’s mission: the advancement of learning through instruction in the liberal arts, free intellectual inquiry, and independent research.

Policy Concerning the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) The 1998 Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) seeks to reform United States Copyright Laws in order to deal appropriately with issues created by the emergence of digital media. This law, along with other federal laws and Vassar College Policy, prohibit the distribution of copyrighted materials without the permission of the owner. The sharing of copyrighted materials through electronic means (i.e. file-sharing programs such as KaZaA) is considered a violation of these regulations. The DMCA requires that the College establish a Copyright Compliance officer to investigate alleged violations of copyright by members of the Vassar Community. The Copyright Compliance Officer, the Dean of the Faculty, is the individual who will be notified by any party accusing a member of the Vassar College Community of copyright infringement. Should the Copyright Com- pliance Officer be notified of possible violation by a bona fide copyright holder, or their authorized representative, the following procedure will be executed: the Copyright Compliance Officer (1) will determine whether the accused individual is in violation of copyright; (2) will order that the individual cease and desist in distributing the copyrighted material; (3) will order that the copyrighted files be removed from the computer. Vassar College is rigorous in its compliance with the DMCA, and suggests that members of the Vassar College Community familiarize themselves with the law. Those who violate the law do so at their own risk, and face whatever civil or criminal action may be taken against them, as well as sanctions by the appropriate college body.

IV: Summary of New York State Penal Law Concerning Sexual Offenses 103

The following summary provides information about Sexual Offenses recognized under New York State Penal Law. Individuals who are victims of any sexual of- fense are urged to report it to with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department and/or the District Attorney’s Office. (1) Sexual Misconduct (NYS § 130.20) occurs when a person has sexual intercourse with another person without the latter’s consent. The maximum penalty is imprisonment for one year (Class A Misdemeanor). (2) Sexual Abuse (NYS § 130.55/.60/.65) occurs when a person has sexual contact with another person without the latter’s consent. The level of offense is elevated by the use of forcible compulsion, or when the latter person is inca- pable of consent by reason of physical helplessness, or when the latter person is under the age of consent. The possible penalties range from imprisonment not to exceed three months to imprisonment not to exceed seven years (Class A, B Misdemeanor, Class D Felony). (3) Aggravated Sexual Abuse (NYS § 130.65-a/.66/.67/.70) occurs when a person inserts a finger or a foreign object in the vagina, urethra, penis, or rectum of another person when the latter person is incapable of consent by reason of physical helplessness, or when the latter person is under the age of consent. The level of offense is elevated when the insertion occurs by forcible compulsion or when the insertion causes physical injury to the latter person. The possible penalties range from imprisonment not to exceed four years to imprisonment not to exceed 25 years (Class B, C, D, E Felony). (4) Rape (NYS § 130.25/.30/.35) occurs when a person has sexual intercourse with another person without the latter’s consent. The level of offense is elevated by the use of forcible compulsion, or when the latter person is incapable of consent by reason of physical helplessness, or when the latter person is under the age of consent. The possible penalties range from imprisonment not to exceed four years to imprisonment not to exceed 25 years (Class B, D, E Felony). (5) Criminal Sexual Act (NYS § 130.40/.45/.50) occurs when a person has oral sex or anal sex with another person without the latter’s consent. The level of offense is elevated by the use of forcible compulsion, or when the latter person is incapable of consent by reason of physical helplessness, or when the latter person is under the age of consent. The possible penalties range from imprison- ment not to exceed four years to imprisonment not to exceed 25 years (Class B, D, E Felony). (6) Facilitation of a Sex Offense with a Controlled Substance (NYS § 130.90) occurs when (a) a person knowingly and unlawfully possesses a controlled sub- stance or any substance that requires a prescription to obtain and administers such substance to another person without such person’s consent and with intent to commit against such person conduct constituting a felony as defined under the sex offenses described in the penal law, and (b) thereafter, commits or attempts to commit such conduct constituting a felony as defined under the sex offenses described in the penal law. The maximum penalty is imprisonment for seven years (Class D Felony).

Cleary Act. The Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (Title II of Public Law 101-542) requires colleges to publish statistics on certain types of crimes that occur on college grounds and are reported to the Security Depart- ment or designated campus administration. Crimes confidentially reported to other college offices may not necessarily be reflected in these statistics. Further, the statistics for certain types of crimes, such as sexual offenses, may not be a true reflection of their occurrence due to underreporting. For campus crime statistics, consult the U.S. Department of Education’s website, http://ope.ed.gov/security/ Search.asp, the Vassar Security website, http://security.vassar.edu/statistics.html, or call the director of security at (845) 437-5201. 104

PART H:Academic and Library Regulations for Students I. Introduction Academic and Library regulations are established by the faculty. Students who wish to discuss academic legislation should consult the appropriate dean. Vio- lations of these regulations may be, according to their nature, addressed by an individual member of the faculty, the deans, the librarians, or the Academic Panel, composed of three members of the faculty and three students and chaired by the dean of studies. Violations of the regulations concerning the integrity of academic work will be handled by the Academic Panel. Violations of all other academic and library regulations are handled individually by members of the faculty, librarians, and deans.

The Student and the Academic Community Each student in signing the matriculation pledge and in renewing that pledge each year with the registration card voluntarily enters into a liberal agreement based on freedom and recognition of responsibility to this community. Under the Governance of Vassar College, the Vassar student is accorded freedom of inquiry, freedom of expression, and freedom of action. In return, each student accepts the responsibilities of consideration for others, regard for the reputation of the college, and knowledge of and adherence to the following academic and library regulations. In addition, each student must supplement this knowledge with familiarity with the Vassar College Catalogue and each semester’s Schedule of Classes.

II. Regulations Governing General Academic Conduct A: Opening Days of Each Semester All students are required to be in residence by the times designated before convo- cation at the beginning of the academic year and again at the opening of the second semester. At the beginning of a semester, students who have failed to attend the first two scheduled meetings of a class without a reasonable excuse may be dropped from the class by the instructor upon notification to the registrar.

B: Conduct and Attendance in Class The educational plan of Vassar College depends upon the effective cooperation of students and teachers. The student bears full responsibility for class attendance, for completing work on schedule, and for making up work missed because of absence. Students who miss tests or other scheduled exercises during the semester may, at the discretion of the instructor, be permitted to make up such work at a later time. In cases of severe lack of attendance, the instructor, with the approval of the dean of studies, may refuse the student the opportunity to make up work or to take the final examination, or may exclude the student from the course. Generally, in introductory and intermediate level courses, some form of written work shall be assigned and returned to students, and students will re- ceive some indication of academic progress by the midpoint of the semester.

C: Study Periods Students are expected, although not required, to be in residence during the study periods in December and May. In general, all papers, except for papers in lieu of examinations, are due no later than the last day of study period. 105

D: Absence from College During Term Time Students are expected to be present in scheduled classes and otherwise to meet their academic appointments promptly. When a student misses academic appointments and work without an acceptable excuse, he or she does so on his/her own responsi- bility. Students who expect to be away from the college for an extended period of time are advised to notify the dean of studies, who will inform appropriate members of the faculty and administration of the student’s absence. A student who must be absent for more than three weeks during the term may be obliged to withdraw from work that term. Arrangements in such cases must be made with the dean of studies, who will, in most cases, grant a personal leave of absence.

E: Absence from Commencement Exercises Seniors are expected to attend commencement exercises. However, if attendance is not possible, a senior may apply, in writing, to the dean of studies for permission to be absent.

F: Examinations By faculty legislation the instructor in each class will announce within the first week of the semester what the requirements of the course will be and whether there will be a written final examination. In general, all courses at Vassar must be “examined” by some sort of written work. This “examination” must consist of the written work during the term or a final exercise. There are four types of final exercise:

1. Regularly Scheduled Examination—Departments request that certain courses be included in the schedule prepared by the registrar. The examinations are assigned to one of 14 periods during the examination period. Once a course has been assigned to a period, it may not be changed without the express permis- sion of the registrar or dean of studies. Grades are due in the registrar’s office no later than 72 hours after the examination.

2. Self-Scheduled Examination—May be taken by the student during any examination period (9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.) during the study period and the first three days of examination. Specific classrooms are designated by the registrar for this purpose. As in a regular examination, the self-scheduled examination must be completed in one sitting. A student fails the examination if this is not done. Grades are due no later than 72 hours after the fourth day of the examination period.

3. Take-Home Examination—May be assigned any time after the last day of classes. It should be recognized as a final examination, not a term paper. It should be due during the examination period at some time prior to the end of the third day and should not be a research paper. All parties should keep in mind that it 4. Paper in Lieu of Examination—This exercise should not be confused with the final of a series of papers in a course. It is, rather, a paper assigned during the last week of classes and due prior to the end of the third day of a five-day exami- nation period which actually replaces a final examination. Thus, the assignment should require approximately the same time in preparation and execution as an examination. Students may not be given final examinations apart from the regularly sched- uled and self-scheduled examination system, except by permission of the dean of studies. A student having three or more regularly scheduled final examinations occurring in three consecutive examination periods may request that the dean of studies office arrange to reschedule one of them. Only the dean of studies office can certify and excuse a student’s absence 106 from a final examination. If a student is ill, he or she must report to the health department. A student who is absent from a final examination for urgent reasons must submit an explanation to the dean of studies or the dean of freshmen as soon as possible after the examination unless the student has already been reported as ill. A student whose absence is not excused receives an F in the examination. The grade for the course as a whole is determined by the instructor. A student who comes late to an examination while it is still in session may be allowed, at the discretion of the instructor, to take the examination. If a student’s absence from an examination is excused, the student may take the examination at any time suitable to the instructor and the student or as stipulated by the dean of studies office. A student taking either a self-scheduled or a scheduled examination after the regular examination period will be given a new examina- tion. Seniors who fail a course examination at the end of the second semester may be permitted by the department to take a re-examination before commencement, if they fail only one course. If they fail two examinations, they must wait until September to take the re-examinations except in unusual circumstances with the approval of the department concerned and the dean of studies. Any student with specific questions regarding examinations should consult the dean of studies.

G: Delivery of Papers: Deadlines It is expected that written work will be handed in at class time or personally delivered to the instructor unless the instructor has permitted alternative ar- rangements. Academic work should not be sent through the unstamped mail. It is the student’s responsibility to complete this delivery. It is strongly suggested that students retain copies of their papers.

H: Incompletes and Extensions Students are expected to meet their academic obligations in accordance with the schedule specified by the instructor and by the college. When students are unable to complete their academic work for reasons of health or serious emergency, grades of incomplete may be granted. Grades of incomplete are granted only by the Office of the Dean of Studies. (See p. 51 of the catalogue for further informa- tion.) If a student requires a slight adjustment in due dates for written work at the end of the term because of an unusually demanding schedule of obligations and if this will delay the reporting of the student’s grade, the Office of the Dean of Studies may, with the agreement of the instructor, grant the instructor a short- term extension to allow the student’s work and the instructor’s course grade to be submitted after the scheduled date.

I: Special Academic Permission Requests for special academic permission are submitted to the Committee on Leaves and Privileges, which consists of the dean of studies and four members of the faculty. As the year progresses, specific deadlines for exchanges, leaves, Junior Year Abroad permissions, and other special considerations will be announced and posted. When a student is in doubt about academic regulations, he or she should ask the dean of studies office for accurate information.

III. Definitions of Academic Standards A: Academic Standards Standing in college and the requirement for graduation are determined by a dual standard of quantity and quality. The quality of the work is measured by the quality points and the grade average; the quantity, by the units completed. The semester 107 and cumulative grade averages are based on the ratio of the number of quality points received to the number of units of letter-graded work elected. Each unit with a mark of A counts 4 quality points; A–, 3.7; B +, 3.3; B, 3.0; B–, 2.7; C +, 2.3; C, 2.0; C–, 1.7; D +, 1.3; D, 1.0; F, 0. “Evaluation of work” is explained in detail in the catalogue.

B: Grades The evaluation and grading of a student’s work is solely the responsibility of the instructor. According to faculty legislation, instructors may not report course grades to students in advance of the official report from the registrar. No mark may be changed after it has been reported in the registrar’s office unless authorized by the dean of studies. The dean will authorize changes only in cases of errors in compu- tation or transcription.

C: Deficiencies and Continuance in College The status of students whose academic records are unsatisfactory is reviewed periodi- cally during the year by the Committee on Student Records with the advice of each instructor, the health department, and others who may give pertinent information. Students may be placed on probation, required to change their majors, advised to withdraw, advised to take a leave, required to take a leave, or required to withdraw from the college.

D: Academic Probation Students who fail to maintain the required academic standards are placed on aca- demic probation by the Committee on Student Records. Students on probation may expect academic reports to be made to the dean’s office during the semester of their probation. A student is placed on probation at the end of any semester if the grade aver- age is deficient (below 2.0), if the student has received an F or two Ds or two D+'s, or if the grade average in the major is deficient. The student will remain on probation until he or she reaches standard grade.

E: Recommended Leave or Withdrawal Students who are advised in May or January to withdraw, but who choose to return are permitted to do so but warned that they are placed on January or May review. They may be required to withdraw or take a leave at the end of the next semester after reconsideration by the Committee on Student Records.

F: Required Leave When the Committee on Student Records believes that a student is unable to continue work in the subsequent semester but does not wish to require him or her to withdraw, the committee may impose upon the student a required leave of absence. In this case, the student is permitted to return to the college at a stipulated time.

G: Required Withdrawal The withdrawal of any student for academic deficiencies is required after the most careful consideration of reports from instructors and other factors that bear on the quality of the student’s work. The decision of the committee to terminate the college’s relationship with the student is final except in cases where important new evidence is offered after the decision has been reached. In such cases, a student may ask the committee for reconsideration. The Governance, finally, provides for appeals to be made to the faculty members of the Academic Panel, with the senior member of the panel acting as chair and reporting recommendations on appeals to the dean of studies and the president for final decision. 108

H: The Academic Record A student’s academic file is recognized in general as his or her own property. While students are encouraged to discuss their academic progress with parents or guardians and to share with them their record, the dean of studies, the dean’s staff, and the registrar do not disclose the contents of a student’s file or of a student’s academic record without the student’s permission.

I: Special Academic Permission Requests for special academic permission are submitted to the Committee on Leaves and Privileges, which consists of the dean of studies and four members of the faculty. As the year progresses, specific deadlines for exchanges, leaves, Junior Year Abroad permissions, and other special considerations will be announced and posted. When a student is in doubt about academic regulations, he or she should ask the dean of studies office for accurate information

IV. Integrity of Academic Work The Vassar degree should represent not only a high quality of intellectual achieve- ment but also the performance of all work in the pursuit of that achievement in accordance with the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity. The basic principles inherent in such honesty and integrity are as follows: • Each student’s work shall be the product of the student’s own effort. • Each student shall give due and appropriate acknowledgment of the work of others when that work is incorporated into the writing of papers. • No student shall infringe upon the rights of others to have fair and equal access to library or other academic resources. • No student shall submit the same work to more than one instructor without prior approval of the instructor involved. • In accordance with these principles the following regulations have been set up concerning:

A: Examinations and Hour Writtens In presenting themselves for examinations and hour writtens, students are expected to take into the examination room only pen and pencil, unless the instructor definitely prescribes additional material. No examination books are to be taken from the room. The back pages of the examination book are to be used for scratch work or trial answers. Pages should not be torn out or inserted. No student shall give or receive any assistance whatsoever in an examination of any kind or in a written quiz or hold any communication with another student. Students are expected to occupy alternate seats unless otherwise specified.

B: Plagiarism Any form of plagiarism violates the integrity of the student’s work. Students should consult Originality and Attribution: A Guide for Student Writers, which discusses these matters. In cases of doubt, students should ask instructors, and instructors are requested to be definite and explicit in explaining the proper procedure for the work involved. The following are, however, general rules which apply in all cases: 1. Quotations must be clearly marked and sources of information or of an idea or opinion not the student’s own must be indicated clearly on all written work, including examinations. This applies to paraphrased ideas as well as direct quotations. 2. Unless otherwise directed, every student working in a laboratory is expected to make all necessary measurements, drawings, etc., independently, from his or her own observations of the material provided. All records, including numerical 109 data for working out results, are to be used by the student independently and as initially recorded. Unless otherwise indicated, all laboratory materials are to be kept in the laboratory. 3. Collaboration in preparation of written work may take place only to the ex- tent approved by the instructor. This applies to prepared examinations as well.

C: Library Offenses The unauthorized removal, destruction, defacement of, or tampering with library material of any kind is an infringement of the rights of others and, for that reason, a violation of academic integrity. Failure to respond to overdue notices for recalled material and failure to return overdue reserve material are considered infringements on the rights of others. Abuses of this kind may be reviewed by the Academic Panel and subject to penalty, accordingly. (See Library Regulations)

D: Forgeries The unauthorized use of the signature of another person is a significant violation of Vassar’s community spirit and, in particular, of the trust that faculty and students have in one another. Forgeries, whenever they occur, reflect a breakdown of the academic process at Vassar College. Therefore, they are legitimately viewed as serious academic offenses which involve one innocent person in the illegal actions of another.

V. Library Regulations General library privileges are fully described on the Vassar College library home page. Following is a summary of regulations and penalties for infringement of these regulations:

A: The following are not permitted in the library: 1. food (except in Matthew's Bean) 2. beverages not in covered, non-spill containers. 3. the use of sports equipment of any kind

B: Overdue library materials: 1. Circulating books, browsing books, scores, floppy disks, government documents and Main Library audio cassettes and CDs Failure to return these materials four weeks after the original due date results in suspension of a student’s library borrowing privileges, except for the borrow- ing of reserve materials. In addition, the student is sent a bill, which includes replacement costs, processing and billing fees for each overdue item. Borrowing privileges are restored upon return of the material or payment of the bill or upon the transfer of the charges to the student’s college bill. Replacement and process- ing fees, but not the billing fee, are dropped upon return of the overdue item if it has not been reordered.

2. Music Library circulating sound recordings Failure to return these materials by the due date results in fines of $.20 a day per item. No fines will be charged by the Music Library if the materials are returned within three days after the due date. After this three day grace period, fines will be computed from the due date. If a circulating sound recording is not returned within four weeks, the student is sent a bill as for other overdue items. Replacement and processing fees, but not the billing fee, are dropped upon return of the item if it has not been reordered. 110

3. Music Library Reference CDs and Video recordings Failure to return these materials by the due date results in fines of $1.00 a day per item. If these materials are not returned within 10 days, the student is sent a bill as for other overdue items. Replacement and processing fees, but not the billing fee, are dropped upon return of the overdue item if it has not been reordered.

4. Main Library Reserve The majority of items on reserve circulate for three hours, however the student may check his/her record from the on-line library catalog to verify the exact time any item is due. The fine for three-hour material is $.50 for the first hour and $1.00 per hour thereafter until the material is returned. There are a very small number of items that circulate for three-day or two-week seminar loans. Fines for three-day and seminar loans are $5.00 per day. Three-day and seminar material must be returned and checked-in at the Reserve Desk before midnight or closing (whichever is earlier) on the date due.

5. Main Library Videos (DVD, Laserdiscs and VHS) Laserdiscs, DVDs and VHS films are shelved in the Reserve Room and circulate from the Reserve desk. Video material not on reserve for any course circulates for only one day. This material must be checked-in at the Reserve Desk before closing or midnight (whichever is earlier) on the date due. The fine for overdue non- reserve video materials is $5.00 per day. Students will be billed for replacement if the material is damaged or not returned within fifteen days. The replacement bill will include replacement costs, processing, billing and late fees. Replacement and processing fees, but not the billing fee, are dropped upon return of the item if it has not been reordered.

6. Art Library and Music Library Reserves Art Library Reserve fines are $1.00 per hour per item, except during exam week, when the fine is $5.00 per hour per item. Music Library Reserve fines are $1.00 per hour per item.

7. Recalls If materials, including those on Senior Loan, are recalled and are not returned by the new due date, the borrower is fined $1.00 per day per item.

8. Blocking The automated system will block a reader from taking out library materials if 50 or more fines are outstanding. A student must come in to speak with the Circulation Supervisor during daytime business hours to pay the fines before the patron record will be cleared.

9. Billing After two weeks, any unpaid fines are transferred to a student’s college bill and a $1.50 billing fee is added to the bill. Unpaid replacement fees are also transferred to a student’s college bill.

C: Lost Library Materials If library material is lost, the student under whose name it is checked-out is responsible for paying the cost of the item plus a processing fee. The processing fee varies by material type from $10.00 to $25.00.

D: Interlibrary Loan Materials Late fees, charges for damages or replacement costs for materials borrowed through the Interlibrary Loan service are at the discretion of the lending library. 111

Replacement charges for materials borrowed through Connect NY are set at $100 per item.

E: Damaged Materials All library materials are assumed to be in good condition when borrowed un- less poor condition is reported at that time. Borrowers will be held responsible for any damage to library materials while these materials are in their possession, and may be subject to charges for replacement computed on the basis used for lost library materials.

F: Depriving other students of fair and equal access to library resources may be considered academic dishonesty Included are such actions as unauthorized removal of library materials; de- struction of, tampering with, or defacement of library materials; abuse of student faculty assistant library privileges; failure to return a reserve item when it is due; or failure to return an item that has been recalled. Abuses of this kind may be reviewed by the Academic Panel and subject to penalty, accordingly.

VI. Academic Panel A student charged with a violation of the preceding regulations will be required to be examined according to the following procedures: The dean of studies, as chair of the Academic Panel, shall receive all reports of conduct subject to action by the Academic Panel. The faculty member making the complaint shall prepare a written statement of the charge and shall give the dean all relevant material. The dean shall confer with the student and inform him or her of the charge, of the time and place of the panel meeting, and of the procedures followed by the panel. The student may request to be accompanied by a member of the college community of his or her choosing. The members of the Panel shall be notified in advance concerning the identity of the student involved, and any panel member who feels incapable of giving the case unprejudiced consideration shall excuse himself/herself. At the beginning of the hearing, the chair shall read the written charge to the defendant and the panel. The defendant shall plead guilty or not guilty and shall have the opportunity to make a statement and to explain any mitigating circumstances. The Academic Panel shall have an opportunity to question both the defendant and the faculty member who made the allegation, after which the panel shall de- termine by majority vote whether it considers the defendant guilty, and if so, what penalty to impose. The chair shall not vote on the matter of innocence or guilt. The chair shall not vote on penalties except in the case of a tie. When a student is found guilty of cheating, plagiarizing, or any other breach of academic integrity, a notation is placed on the student’s internal record (for dean’s use only). A. In addition, the Panel may impose any of the following penalties which it considers appropriate. 1. Invalidation of the piece of work. The Panel may, at its discretion, rec- ommend that the instructor permit the invalidated piece of work to be redone. 2. Loss of all credit for the course (no record to appear on transcript). 3. A grade of F for the course, with the approval of the instructor. 4. A recommendation to the president that the student be suspended from Vassar College for a specified period of time (current instructors to be notified of the suspension and asked not to permit the student to attend class). 5. A recommendation to the president of expulsion from Vassar College. 6. Also, when appropriate, the Panel may require that the student work with 112 the Academic Resource Center or other relevant resources of the college. B. When the Panel determines that the circumstances warrant it (e.g., when the student is guilty through ignorance), it may recommend to the president that, if no further violations have occurred by the time of graduation, the internal record of the violation be expunged. 113

Part J: Organization of Judicial Procedures The interpretation and enforcement of the regulations of the college are responsi- bilities shared among several administrative offices and constituent committees in the college. With the exception of the harassment regulations, which are uniform across the college constituencies, the offices, committees and processes discussed in this section are those responsible for regulations governing student conduct.

A. The Dean of the College The Dean of the College is the senior officer presiding over the judicial system. Any student wishing to file a complaint of discrimination or harassment should contact the Director of Affirmative Action, who will provide counsel on the College’s nondiscrimination and harassment policy and procedures. The Dean of the College has the following responsibilities: 1. Serve as chair of the College Regulations Appeal Committee. 2. Adjudicate alleged violations which occur when the College Regulations Panel is not in session and alleged violations which create emergency situ- ations. In such cases, the ruling of the Dean of the College or designee, establishes the guilt of the accused. 3. Issue a temporary ban from campus or eviction from campus housing pending a hearing, when warranted.

B. College Regulations Panel

The College Regulations Panel is a student/faculty/administrative committee es- tablished by the president and composed of four elected students, two appointed faculty members, and one administrator who is appointed by the president and serves as chair.

Guilt is established in hearings before the College Regulations Panel by a two-thirds vote of the members. The chair does not vote. Charges must be filed by the end of the next term in which both the complainant and the respondent are in residence or within 16 months from the alleged violation, whichever is the shorter period of time.

The detailed rules and procedures of the College Regulations Panel are available from the Office of the Dean of Students upon request.

The College Regulations Panel has the following responsibilities: 1. Adjudicate complaints of alleged violations of the college regulations. However, in cases of alleged minor infractions, alleged violations creating emergency situations, or alleged violations occurring when the College Regulations Panel is not in session, administrative action may be taken (see section II; b; The Dean of the College). 2. Hear appeals of administrative actions taken by the Dean of the College. (The appropriate senior office hears other administrative appeals.) Deci- sions made by the College Regulations Panel on appeal are final

The College Regulations Panel is in session from the beginning of the fall term until commencement. 114

C. College Regulations Appeals Committee

The College Regulations Appeals Committee is a student/faculty/administrative committee established by the president and composed of two elected students, two appointed faculty members, and the Dean of the College who serves as chair. The detailed rules and procedures of the College Regulations Appeals Committee are available from the Office of the Dean of the College upon request. The College Regulations Appeals Committee hears appeals of cases from the College Regulations Panel. The allowable grounds for appeal are: 1. Alleged procedural errors which impaired the ability of either party to adequately present his or her case. 2. New evidence which may exonerate the accused. 3. Excessive penalty imposed by the College Regulations Panel. The College Regulations Appeals Committee will make one of the following rulings in all cases: 1. Overturn the panel’s decision of guilt, and remand the case to an alternate College Regulations Panel for a new hearing. 2. Overturn the panel’s decision of guilt, and dismiss the complaint. 3. Uphold the panel’s decision of guilt, but revise the sanction imposed. 4. Uphold the panel’s decision of guilt, and also uphold the sanction im- posed.

D. Office of Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action For policies and procedures related to charges of discrimination and/or harassment, refer to PART E, SECTION 4: Discrimination and Harassment on page 14.

E. Administrative Judicial Hearings

Depending on the violation, a student may have a judicial hearing with an ad- ministrator. The following is a list of administrators and the circumstances under which they would hold administrative judicial hearings: 1. The Associate Dean of the College/Director of Campus Activities will meet with students charged with violating College Regulations within the college center, at campus events, or in nonresidential areas of the campus. 2. The Director of Residential Life (or designee such as House Advisor) will meet with students charged with violating College Regulations within the residence halls, town houses, terrace apartments or other residential areas of the campus.

F. Residence Life Judicial Board

The Residential Life Judicial Board adjudicates cases involving violations of the noise policy, smoking policy, house damages, and any cases forwarded to them by the Director of Residential Life or the House Advisors. These cases usually involve violations of regulations within the residential houses that are not likely to result in suspension or expulsion. Students may also request a hearing to charge another student with a violation or to appeal a decision made in an administrative judicial hearing by a House Advisor.

The Board is composed of 10 students appointed to represent their residen- tial house, as well as a chair elected from among the representatives. Guilt is established in Judicial Board hearings by majority vote. The detailed rules and procedures of the Residential Life Judicial Board are available from the Office of Residential Life upon request. 115

G . The Committee on College Life

The Committee on College Life is a student/faculty/administrative committee established by the president which has as one of its responsibilities the review of college regulations and recommendation of changes in them. The Committee on College Life is also empowered to establish emergency regulations for the college community to comply with local, state, and federal laws.

H. Academic Panel

The responsibilities of the students and members of the faculty elected to the Academic Panel are described in Part G, ‘Academic and Library Regulations for Students,’ particularly in Section VI. I. VSA Judicial Board

The VSA Judicial Board considers alleged violations of the constitution and by- laws of the VSA. The VSA adjudicates disputes arising from the enforcement of the VSA constitution and by-laws. A copy of that document is available from the VSA. These bodies protect the rights and privileges of the members of the VSA, and any student may bring alleged violations to their attention. A list of the specific rights, privileges, and regulations can be found in these College Regulations, the current Residential Life Handbook, and The Constitution and the By-Laws of the Vassar Student Association.

J. Sanctions After any hearing in which guilt is established, an appropriate sanction will be imposed. Sanctions for violations of College Regulations include but are not limited to: 1. Written warning from the appropriate hearing board or body 2. Sanctioned Service 3. Students who are in violation of the policies and regulations on drug and alcohol as stated by Vassar College may be required to attend a college sponsored course designed to provide additional education and skills development. 4. Ban from Matthew's Mug or other specific location 5. Suspended eviction from campus housing 6. Suspension from campus housing 7. Eviction from campus housing 8. Ban from campus 9. Suspended Suspension from the college 10. Suspension from the college 11. Expulsion from the college

Administrators use the Discipline Tracking System as a guideline for deciding on a sanction for a student found responsible for violating a college regulation. A copy of the Discipline Tracking System is available upon request from the Office of Residential Life. Conviction for violation of any state or federal law can lead to ineligibility for any federal benefit, including grants and loans. Fines imposed for a violation of a regulation must be paid within the time specified 116 in the sanction. Grades and/or transcripts, and the degree can be withheld for failure to meet all financial obligations, including fines for violations of academic, library, college, or social regulations. Some violations of College Regulations have specific sanctions. These can be found within the appropriate code. When a student is found guilty of a breach of academic integrity by the Academic Panel, or receives a penalty equal to or exceeding suspended suspension from the College Regulations Panel, the College will maintain a permanent, internal, and confidential record of the offense committed and the sanctions subsequently imposed by the adjudicating Panel. When presented with a signed release by the disciplined person, the Dean of Studies will write a narrative disclosing this information to third parties designated by the person.

K. Judicial Rights Those rights are guaranteed equally under the college’s systems of adju- dication: 1. The accused has the right to be presumed innocent until guilt is estab- lished. 2. To have the details of all hearings remain confidential. 3. To have hearing and other procedures followed unless both parties agree to depart from them. 4. To be accompanied by a support person from the college community during hearings before the College Regulations Panel. 5. To object to the inclusion of any member of the College Regulations Panel. 6. To be informed of charges filed at least 72 hours before a hearing by the College Regulations Panel. 7. To be granted access to all documents and written statements to be presented as evidence at least 24 hours before a hearing. 8. To be informed of a panel or administrative decision in writing within 72 hours of a hearing. 9. To appeal the College Regulations Panel’s decision to the College Regu- lations Appeals Committee, or to appeal an administrative adjudication decision to the Chair of the College Regulations Panel for the reasons outlined in Section I, Part C. 10. To file charges in other, non-college adjudication venues.

L. Retention and Reporting of Disciplinary Records When a student is found guilty of a breach of academic integrity by the Academic Panel, or receives a penalty equal to or exceeding suspended suspension from the College Regulations Panel, the College will maintain a permanent, internal, and confidential record of the offense committed and the penalties subsequently imposed by the adjudicating Panel. When presented with a signed release by the disciplined person, the Dean of Studies will write a narrative disclosing this information to third parties designated by the person.

Definitions 1. Banning—an individual who is banned is prohibited from entering certain premises, initiating contact with certain individuals or engaging in certain ac- tivities. 117

2. Suspended Suspension—If a student under Suspended Suspension is found guilty by the College Regulations Panel of any further breach of college regu- lations, the automatic minimum penalty will be suspension. 3. Suspension—a suspended student may not enter any part of the campus, including the TA’s, TH’s and farm, for a specific period of time without written authorization from the Dean of the College or designee. 4. Expulsion—a decision of expulsion terminates the person’s status as a ma- triculated student. An expelled person may not enter any part of the campus, including the TA’s, TH’s and farm without written authorization from the Dean of the College or designee. 118

Dean of the College, Index Office of the 48 AAVC (Alumnae and Alumni of Dean of the Faculty, Vassar College) 49 Office of the 47 Academic Department and Dining Center 31 Program Offices 70 Disability and Support Services, Administrative Organization Office of 59 Chart 44 Drug Use, Warning on 34 Admission, Office of 50 Adviser to Special Students 63 Emergency Medical Adviser to the Class of 2003 Technician (EMT) 61 (juniors) 63 Escort Service 33 ALANA Cultural Center 54 Facilities Operations 64 Art Center. See Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center Faculty Director of Athletic Facilities 35 Affirmative Action 44 Field Work 65 Bookstores 50 Financial Aid 65 Buildings and Grounds Services 51 Food and Drink, Off Campus 38 Bulletin Board 52 Food Service 66 Bursar, Office of the 68 Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, The 31 Calendar, Academic 3 Calendar Office 51 Health Service 61 Campus Activities and the Help and Where to Find It 26 College Center, Office of 51 Hours, campus facilities 31 Campus Dining 55 House Fellows 58 Campus Life Office 53 Campus Patrol 33 Librarian, Office of the 66 Card Office 55 Libraries, hours 32 Career Development, Office of 56 Class Colors 36 Matriculation 37 College Center 52 Matthew’s Mug 52 College Message Center 52 Media Resources 66 College Relations, Office of 48 Medical Care. Computer Store 52 See Health Service Conferences and Summer Multicultural Affairs. Programs 48 See Intercultural Center Controller, Office of the 57 Music Library, hours 32 Convocation 37 Copy Center 31,53 Nondiscriminatory Policies 2 Counseling Services 59 Office for Fellowships and Daisy Chain 37 Preprofessional Advisin 64 Dean of Freshmen 62 Dean of Students, Office of the 58 Post Office 53 Dean of Studies, Office of the 62 President, Office of the 47 119

Press and Information. See College Relations Publications 48

Radio Station. See WVKR Receiving 67 Registrar, Office of the 67 Regulations 71 Religious Holy Days 2 Residential Life, Office of 62

Scholarships and Loans 65 Security 32 Special Policies 52 Sports and Athletics 34 Student Fellows 62 Student ID Cards, replacement of 33 Student Organizations 8 Student Rooms and Personal Possessions 34

Traditions 36 Transportation 42

Vassar Quarterly 49 Vassar Student Association, (VSA) 6 Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer 49 VSA Organizations 8

Walker Field House, hours 35