Community, Care, and Repair:
An Approach to Wellness

College is a time of growth, exploration, and discovery. But for some students, campus can also feel unsettling, disorienting, and lonely. The support and understanding a student receives may mean the difference between graduating or dropping out, between flourishing or falling through the cracks. Studies, including one recently conducted at Vassar, have shown that better mental health support in higher education correlates with better outcomes overall.

In this issue, you’ll learn about Vassar’s holistic approach to community care that not only provides comprehensive mental health support focused on the particular needs of each student, but also addresses the relational aspects of sharing a campus where students with diverse backgrounds and experiences must live and learn together.

You’ll also hear about the positive effects of our beautiful campus Arboretum, celebrating its centenary this year, as well as members of the Vassar community who are making a substantial impact on wellness efforts, including students, donors, alums, faculty members, and administrators.