I've been hearing lots about Vassar, particularly about its beautiful campus. Can anyone who's been there or currently studying there elaborate on this? What makes the Vassar campus attractive?
If the scenic views of a natural landscape fascinate you, Vassar College offers just that. With its 1000 acre Poughkeepsie campus, it boasts a splendid blend of nature and architectural elegance. One of its distinctive features is the Main Building, the original university structure, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its illustrious Second Empire architecture.
In addition to the historic Main Building, Vassar is home to the Thompson Memorial Library. Its stained glass windows, carved beamed ceilings, and marble columns create a downright gorgeous study environment. Some students even say it feels like studying in a castle!
But Vassar isn't just about striking buildings. The campus also boasts well-maintained open green spaces, a serene lake, and the Shakespeare Garden planted with the same species found in Shakespeare's works. For many, such natural beauty, along with the vast outdoor spaces, makes the campus a soothing and serene place to study and relax. These elements also present opportunities for recreational activities that students appreciate.
Finally, the art buffs would be thrilled by the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, showcasing the college's extensive art collection. Its modern architectural design contributes to the campus's charm, rounding out an eclectic mix of architectural styles across the campus.
So it's a combination of architectural marvels, rolling green landscapes, art, and history that contributes to the allure of Vassar's campus.
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