Programming Resource Guide 2024–2025

The Programming Resource Guide (PRG) is designed by the Office of Campus Activities to facilitate the planning and management of events on campus. The PRG provides the necessary information to ensure a successful event for your department or organization.  All events and programs must also always adhere to the policies and expectations in the Student Handbook.  Vassar Student Association (VSA) organizations must also always follow all guidelines set forth by the VSA by-laws and relevant committees.

The Student Activities Resource Center (SARC), located in the College Center North Atrium is a student-staffed office created to facilitate event management and leadership development for student organizations and groups. Student organizations are encouraged to utilize the office and its resources. 

College departments and offices should work directly with the Office of Campus Activities for all programming and event management needs.  All event reservations and space requests are approved through the Office of Campus Activities on a first-come first-served basis.  

Departments and offices should contact the Office of Campus Activities as soon as possible to ensure the most successful event possible.

Dennis Macheska
Associate Dean of the College for Campus Activities

Michelle Ransom
Assistant Dean of Campus Activities & Assistant Program Director for the Institute of Liberal Arts

Edward Cheetham
Associate Director of Campus Activities & Producing Director of the Powerhouse Theater

William Rush
Director of Student Activities & Associate Director of Campus Activities 

Jasmine Mitchell
Assistant Director of Campus Activities

Julie Pumarejo
Student Activities Program Coordinator

Rose Hartman
Office Specialist

Mary Latham
Administrative Assistant

The Office of Campus Activities oversees and manages the College Calendar including event registration for all campus events, dramatic and musical performances, lectures, art and cultural exhibitions, meetings, rehearsals, etc. The office provides support for departments and students to secure room reservations, review logistical needs, recommend available resources and staff when necessary.