Vassariana
This section has been designed to help you find information about official college memorabilia and other Vassar related items. The items referenced in the Vassariana pages are not for sale through AAVC. If items are available for sale, the authorized vendor has been noted for your information.
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Vassar Traditions and History
Vassar is rich with history and traditions accumulated since its inception in 1861. Some of the most frequently asked questions about Vassar traditions, and their answers, are gathered here for your edification. You can also search for additional traditions and historical information in the Vassar Encyclopedia, an online work in progress under the direction of Elizabeth Daniels '41, Vassar College Historian and recipient of AAVC's 2006 Spirit of Vassar Award.
FAQs about Vassar Traditions
Click on a question to see the answer.
- What is a Vassar Devil?
- What is the Daisy Chain, and how did it get started?
- What is the story behind Serenading?
- Why is there a bell atop Main Buidling?
- Does Vassar have a school song?
- What are Vassar's colors?
- Why do I keep seeing red, blue, green, and yellow all over campus during reunion weekend?
- What is Founder's Day?
- What is Primal Scream?
- Why do some trees on campus have plaques on or near them?