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Rachel Spayd

Rachel Spayd is a junior Neuroscience major who is also pre-med. She works for CARES, Vassar’s 24/7 non-judgemental, confidential, peer-listening service.

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Politics, Vassar ClimateFebruary 16, 2015

Straining the Limitations of Meritocracy: A Meditation on Busyness

By Rachel Spayd

I am busy. There are eight events on my calendar today—I’m booked from 9:00 this morning to 10:30 tonight. Students at Vassar are busy….

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Vassar ClimateDecember 1, 2014

Hidden Behind Headlines: Experiencing Class at Vassar

By Rachel Spayd

Disclaimer: My experience with class is unique and influenced by my race, gender, sexuality, appearance, ability, and other factors. I do not wish to…

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Sex + Health, Vassar ClimateOctober 30, 2014

Metcalf: An Adequate Mental Health Resource?

By Rachel Spayd

As you walk behind Main Building at the heart of Vassar’s campus, many gorgeous academic buildings stand among a rich, green landscape of trees…

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Vassar ClimateOctober 30, 2014

Reclaim Our Space: SPEAKOUT

By Rachel Spayd

You descend into the Mug and see students gathered in silence, facing the stage. The only objects on the stage are two empty chairs….

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