Fall 2005 volume 101 issue 4

features

A Mission of His Own

For some, this summer’s launch of the space shuttle Discovery has been controversial. Physicist and College of the Holy Cross Professor Matthew Koss ’83 shares his views on manned space flight. By Sarah O’Brien Mackey ’89  Full Story

Commencement 2005

On May 22nd Vassar’s largest class graduated. Intermittent showers didn’t dampen the celebratory mood as the class of 2005 listened to commencement speaker and Vassar father Tom Hanks. Photography by Will Faller  Full Story

Strong House

It may be surprising to some that after 36 years of coeducation, Vassar still maintains an all-female dorm. The VQ interviewed some of the alumnae who have chosen this residential option over the years. By Micah Buis ’02  Full Story

Reunion 2005

Under sunny skies, alumnae/i, family, and friends made themselves at home once again on Vassar’s campus. Photography by Will Faller  Full Story