Social programming, professional networking, and lifelong connections for Vassar College graduates living and working in New York City

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All Vassar grads in the New York City area are members of VCNY! No registration, no fees. You’re welcome to stop by a Schmooze, sign up for an event, and connect with the Vassar community in the greatest city in the world.

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Please note that the Club does not have a physical meeting space or mailing address.

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Have an idea for an event? Join our programming team! There are also volunteer opportunities to support Communications, Young Alums, and Admissions. Interested? Get in touch!

Upcoming Events

Vassar in Tech Bingo Card Networking

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VCNY on Broadway: Marcel on the Train with Ethan Slater ’14

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News

February 15, 2026

VCNY and Vassar in Tech are teaming up for an evening of connection and networking for alums across technology, finance, media, and entrepreneurship. Everyone will get a bingo card designed to spark conversation and collaboration; fill out yours and win a prize!

Everyone is welcome, whether you are in the tech field, interested in joining, or just looking to mingle with tech-minded folks. A wide variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase.

🗓️ Thursday, February 26th, 5:30pm–8:30 pm
🎟️ Free
📍 Stout Bryant Park, 109 W 39th St

connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_BINGO

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February 13, 2026

Join us for a night of fun and laughs as six of your fellow alums show off their standup comic stylings at Black Cat LES! Space is limited so RSVP early. After the show, keep the night going at Mary’s for more schmoozing, food, and drinks!

Carl Kissin ’80, Molly Kornfeld ’14, Rachel Lenihan ’13, Lindsay Lucido ’15, Yvette Segan ’19, and Dan Sohval ’13 will be taking the stage. Black Cat LES is a coffee shop with comfy chairs, sofas, and a friendly vibe. They offer alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, pastries, cookies, and sandwiches.

🗓️ Friday, March 13th, 6pm (doors), 7pm (show, 90 minutes)
🎟️ $6 ($10 at the door)
📍 Black Cat LES, 172 Rivington St
📍 Afterparty at Mary’s, 146 Orchard St

connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_AlumComedy

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February 11, 2026

Join us for a conversation with alum public interest lawyers discussing their identity, motivation, and impact. We will focus on how each panelist chose their area of practice, how personal values shaped their journey, and what it means to do meaningful work in the law today.

Katherine Greenberg ’04, Vice President of Litigation at A Better Balance
Dror Ladin ’05, attorney at Earthjustice
Zoe Root ’04, supervisor and director of the Survivors Advocacy Practice at the Center for Appellate Litigation
Jason Wu ’07, Attorney-in-Charge of The Legal Aid Society’s Harlem Community Law Office

Moderated by Geoffrey Wertime ’06, trial attorney at the U.S. Department of Labor

Wednesday, March 11th, 7pm–9pm
Sony Music, 25 Madison Ave

connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_LegalCareers

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