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Henry van Ingen

2026-05-30T19:12:13Z

JLDauer: added dates to Taylor Hall/Art Library

{{Wikipedia|page=Henry Van Ingen}}[[File:DCHS Henry Van Ingen.jpg|thumb|Van Ingen c. 1877]]

'''Henry van Ingen''' (originally '''Hendrik van Ingen'''; 1833–1898) was a Dutch painter and the first Art/Art History professor at Vassar College. He taught from its opening in 1865 until his death in 1898.

He is memorialized by carvings referencing him and his Dutch origin above one of the exterior doors into Taylor Hall (1915), and is the namesake of the Van Ingen Art Library (1937).

== Career ==
Van Ingen studied painting at the Hague Academy of Design from 1844 to 1850, studying landscapes in the style of the Hague School (characterized by emphasizing traditional Dutch subjects) under Hendrik van de Sande Bakhuyzen. He moved to the United States in 1861, teaching art at the University of Rochester.<ref>"Sesquicentennial Snapshops: Henry Van Ingen, Artist and Educator". Vassar Blogs. March 17, 2011.</ref>

Van Ingen took lead of the School of Art at Vassar College from its opening, starting as the sole faculty member. He opened the Vassar College Art Gallery that same year on the foundation of a collection of influential Hudson River School paintings purchased by Matthew Vassar from the Rev. Elias Magoon in 1864; this gallery was used by students as a studio space and as a source of paintings to copy for their studies. Under his leadership the Art department grew immensely, eventually encompassing the study of art criticism and art history as well; and with his guidance, the college built a collection of more paintings, drawings, and plaster casts of famous statuary. (Most of the latter were later lost or destroyed, but a copy of Lorenzo Ghiberti's doors to the Florence baptistry survives and is on display on the landing of the main staircase in Taylor Hall.)

Van Ingen died of heart issues on 17 November 1898, in Poughkeepsie.<ref>"[http://vcencyclopedia.vassar.edu/faculty/original-faculty/henry-van-ingen.html Henry Van Ingen]". ''Vassar Encyclopedia.''</ref>

== Personal life ==
In 1866, he married Josephine Koelmann, a fellow Dutch immigrant to New York from The Hague.

== References ==
<references />
[[Category:People]]

Henry van Ingen

2026-05-30T19:08:27Z

JLDauer: Page created

[[File:DCHS Henry Van Ingen.jpg|thumb|Van Ingen c. 1877]]
Henry (originally Hendrik) van Ingen (1833-1898) was a Dutch painter and the first Art/Art History professor at Vassar College, from its opening in 1865 until his death in 1898.

He is memorialized by carvings referencing him and his Dutch origin above one of the doors into Taylor Hall, and is the namesake of the 1937 Van Ingen Art Library.

== Career ==
Van Ingen studied painting at the Hague Academy of Design from 1844-1850, studying landscapes in the style of the Hague School (characterized by emphasizing traditional Dutch subjects) under Hendrik van de Sande Bakhuyzen. He moved to the United States in 1861, teaching art at the University of Rochester.<ref>"Sesquicentennial Snapshops: Henry Van Ingen, Artist and Educator". Vassar Blogs. March 17, 2011.</ref>

Van Ingen took lead of the School of Art at Vassar College from its opening, starting as the sole faculty member. He opened the Vassar College Art Gallery that same year on the foundation of a collection of influential Hudson River School paintings purchased by Matthew Vassar from the Rev. Elias Magoon in 1864; this gallery was used by students as a studio space and as a source of paintings to copy for their studies. Under his leadership the Art department grew immensely, eventually encompassing the study of art criticism and art history as well; and with his guidance, the college built a collection of more paintings, drawings, and plaster casts of famous statuary. (Most of the latter were later lost or destroyed, but a copy of Lorenzo Ghiberti's doors to the Florence baptistry survives and is on display on the landing of the main staircase in Taylor Hall.) Van Ingen died of heart issues in Poughkeepsie on 17 November 1898.<ref>"[http://vcencyclopedia.vassar.edu/faculty/original-faculty/henry-van-ingen.html Henry Van Ingen]". ''Vassar Encyclopedia.''</ref>

== Personal Life ==
In 1866 he married Josephine Koelmann, a fellow Dutch immigrant to New York from The Hague.

Senior Week

2026-05-19T20:34:37Z

JLDauer: Added event

'''Senior Week''' takes place the week after Spring Finals Week, ending with [[Commencement]].

Most underclassmen are not on campus for Senior Week, but they can apply for Late Stay if assisting with Senior Week activities or have extenuating circumstances that requires additional time to move out.<ref>2026 form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB7pNEcr_SOYNnawkXOXBim29dXCatpyVBqPOiAnY_F1_I8g/viewform</ref>

== 2026 itinerary ==
As of May 19, the itinerary for 2026 Senior Week is as follows:<ref>https://docs.google.com/document/d/14QTesbXQUuC94QiMJdTSFKWzwWJPYpmajwoGJ6-GQdc/edit?tab=t.0</ref>

=== Monday, May 18 ===
{{Event
| name = 21+ Wristbanding Tabling
| date = 2026-05-18
| time = 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
| place = College Center North Atrium
| description = If you plan to drink at Senior Week events, you must get your 21+ plastic vinyl wristband to wear for the week! Please bring your VCard and State ID. Don't lose or remove your wristband!
}}
{{Event
| name = Board Game Night
| organizer = NSO
| date = 2026-05-18
| time = 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
| place = Raymond MPR
| description = Join NSO for a fun, chill, social evening of board games to kick off Senior Week! There will be something for everybody, whether you're a serious gamer, a casual gamer, or you've never made it to an NSO event before now. All you need is a good attitude!
}}

=== Tuesday, May 19 ===
{{Event
| name = 21+ Wristbanding Tabling
| date = 2026-05-19
| time = 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
| place = College Center North Atrium
| description = If you plan to drink at Senior Week events, you will need to get your 21+ plastic vinyl wristband to wear for the week! Please bring your VCard and State ID. Don't lose or remove your wristband!
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Comedy Show
| date = 2026-05-19
| time = 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm
| place = Sanders Auditorium
| description = Tickle your funny bone before the Shiva Rave with one last hurrah from your favorite senior comedians! Watch the campus comedy orgs perform their favorite old and new material for their favorite Vassar audience.
}}
{{Event
| name = Shiva Rave
| date = 2026-05-19
| time = 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
| place = Shiva Theater
| description = Kick off a 🔥fire🔥 Senior Week with a raving party! This year's theme is no theme. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident to dance the night away!
}}

=== Wednesday, May 20 ===
{{Event
| name = Sunrise Breakfast
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 5:00 am – 6:00 am
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = Cap off the first night of Senior Week by watching the sunrise at Graduation Hill with the Class! Whether you're pulling an all-nighter or getting up early, enjoy one of the last sunrises at Vassar. FREE Breakfast will be provided. Weather permitting; food in College Center if raining.
}}
{{Event
| name = Last Chance Bell Ringing
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
| place = Main Circle, Main Building
| description = Limited only to seniors who were unable to ring the bell in the fall. Please leave spots available for folks who have not been able to participate in this important tradition.
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Formal
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
| place = The Grandview, Poughkeepsie
| description = Buses leave from Main Circle at 5:45 pm and return at 11:15 pm. Open-bar cocktail hour 6:00–7:30 pm in the outdoor pavilion overlooking the Hudson River. Dinner followed by dancing in the ballroom. Formal attire encouraged. Bring government ID and cash for the cash bar. $50 ticket required.
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Mug Night
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 10:00 pm – 1:00 am
| place = The Mug
| description = Your last mug night as a Vassar student! Come vibe to fun music and be with awesome people you may never see again.
}}

=== Thursday, May 21 ===
{{Event
| name = Bottomless Brunch
| date = 2026-05-21
| time = Three seatings: 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 12:30 pm–2:30 pm, and 2:30 pm–4:30 pm
| place = Savona's Restaurant, Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie
| description = Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet while sipping on unlimited mimosas and bellinis. $30 ticket required. This event will sell out.
}}
{{Event
| name = Shakespeare Troupe Scene Night
| date = 2026-05-21
| time = 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
| place = Blodgett Courtyard
| description = Come and hang out with Shakespeare Troupe as they recite and perform scenes from some of the Bard's greatest hits!
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Cabaret
| organizer = Future Waitstaff of America
| date = 2026-05-21
| time = 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
| place = Rocky 200
| description = A final opportunity for seniors involved in FWA productions or who loved musical theatre at Vassar to come together and sing with their friends. A short, cabaret-style event where seniors can perform a solo or group number.
}}

=== Friday, May 22 ===
{{Event
| name = Graduation Rehearsal (Mandatory)
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 9:15 am – 12:00 pm
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = You must attend a rehearsal in order to walk at Commencement! Attendance will be taken. Breakfast catered by Panera. No cap and gown needed.
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Scavenger Hunt
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
| place = Main Building, Express Side
| description = Join us for a campus-wide scavenger hunt that is sure to test your Vassar College knowledge! The first people to finish will be awarded prizes! $5 ticket required.
}}
{{Event|name=Lavender Reception|organizers=LGBTQ+ Center|date=2026-5-22|time=3:00-4:00PM|place=AULA}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Week Happy Hour
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
| place = Bridge Building
| description = Enjoy an afternoon of wine and Aperol spritz. Your ticket includes one complimentary drink and food; cash bar also available. Bring picnic blankets! $5 ticket required.
}}
{{Event
| name = Senior Drag Show
| organizer = VC Royalty
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
| place = The Shiva
| description = The senior drag show for any members of VC Royalty who want to perform one last drag number at Vassar. Come and cheer on some of your favorite Vassar drag superstars!
}}

=== Saturday, May 23 ===
{{Event
| name = Baccalaureate Service
| organizers = Council of [[ALANA]] Seniors
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
| place = Vassar Chapel
| description = The pinnacle event celebrating the journeys of graduating students from diverse backgrounds. All are welcome. Free ticket required.
}}
{{Event
| name = Class of 2026 Champagne Reception
| organizers = [[Vassar College Alumni Association]], [[Class of 2026]]
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
| place = Chapel Lawn
| description = Invite your family and friends to enjoy champagne and light desserts.
}}
{{Event
| name = Bonfire
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 10:00 pm – 12:00 am
| place = Townhouse Circle
| description = Spend your last night at Vassar with the seniors around a bonfire. Bring your own things to burn. Our last event before graduation!
}}

=== Sunday, May 24 ===
{{Event
| name = Vassar College 162nd [[Commencement]] Ceremony
| date = 2026-05-24
| time = 10:00 am
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = Commencement Speaker Noah Baumbach '91 will deliver the address. Seniors must line up by 9:15 AM at Doubleday Lane by Vogelstein.
}}
{{Event
| name = Commencement Reception
| date = 2026-05-24
| place = Chapel Lawn
| description = A reception on the Chapel Lawn will immediately follow the culmination of the Commencement Ceremony.
}}{{Event|name=Art Department Reception|organizers=Art Department|date=2026-05-24|time=12:00-3:00pm|place=Loeb Sculpture Garden}}

== References ==
<references/>

Senior Week

2026-05-17T21:24:27Z

JLDauer: Added event

'''Senior Week''' takes place the week after Spring Finals Week, ending with [[Commencement]].

Most underclassmen are not on campus for Senior Week, but they can apply for Late Stay if assisting with Senior Week activities or have extenuating circumstances that requires additional time to move out.<ref>2026 form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB7pNEcr_SOYNnawkXOXBim29dXCatpyVBqPOiAnY_F1_I8g/viewform</ref>

== 2026 itinerary ==
As of April 29, the itinerary for 2026 Senior Week is as follows:<ref>https://docs.google.com/document/d/14QTesbXQUuC94QiMJdTSFKWzwWJPYpmajwoGJ6-GQdc/edit?tab=t.0</ref>

=== Monday, May 18 ===
{{Poster
| name = 21+ Wristbanding Tabling
| date = 2026-05-18
| time = 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
| place = College Center North Atrium
| description = If you plan to drink at Senior Week events, you must get your 21+ plastic vinyl wristband to wear for the week! Please bring your VCard and State ID. Don't lose or remove your wristband!
}}

=== Tuesday, May 19 ===
{{Poster
| name = 21+ Wristbanding Tabling
| date = 2026-05-19
| time = 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
| place = College Center North Atrium
| description = If you plan to drink at Senior Week events, you will need to get your 21+ plastic vinyl wristband to wear for the week! Please bring your VCard and State ID. Don't lose or remove your wristband!
}}
{{Poster
| name = Shiva Rave
| date = 2026-05-19
| time = 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
| place = Shiva Theater
| description = Kick off a 🔥fire🔥 Senior Week with a raving party! This year's theme is no theme. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident to dance the night away!
}}

=== Wednesday, May 20 ===
{{Poster
| name = Sunrise Breakfast
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 5:00 am – 6:00 am
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = Cap off the first night of Senior Week by watching the sunrise at Graduation Hill with the Class! Whether you're pulling an all-nighter or getting up early, enjoy one of the last sunrises at Vassar. FREE Breakfast will be provided. Weather permitting; food in College Center if raining.
}}
{{Poster
| name = Last Chance Bell Ringing
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
| place = Main Circle, Main Building
| description = Limited only to seniors who were unable to ring the bell in the fall. Please leave spots available for folks who have not been able to participate in this important tradition.
}}

{{Poster
| name = Senior Formal
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
| place = The Grandview, Poughkeepsie
| description = Buses leave from Main Circle at 5:45 pm and return at 11:15 pm. Open-bar cocktail hour 6:00–7:30 pm in the outdoor pavilion overlooking the Hudson River. Dinner followed by dancing in the ballroom. Formal attire encouraged. Bring government ID and cash for the cash bar. $50 ticket required.
}}
{{Poster
| name = Senior Mug Night
| date = 2026-05-20
| time = 10:00 pm – 1:00 am
| place = The Mug
| description = Your last mug night as a Vassar student! Come vibe to fun music and be with awesome people you may never see again.
}}

=== Thursday, May 21 ===
{{Poster
| name = Bottomless Brunch
| date = 2026-05-21
| time = Three seatings: 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 12:30 pm–2:30 pm, and 2:30 pm–4:30 pm
| place = Savona's Restaurant, Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie
| description = Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet while sipping on unlimited mimosas and bellinis. $30 ticket required. This event will sell out.
}}

=== Friday, May 22 ===
{{Poster
| name = Graduation Rehearsal (Mandatory)
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 9:15 am – 12:00 pm
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = You must attend a rehearsal in order to walk at Commencement! Attendance will be taken. Breakfast catered by Panera. No cap and gown needed.
}}{{Poster|name=Lavender Reception|organizers=LGBTQ+ Center|date=2026-5-22|time=3:00-4:00PM|place=AULA}}{{Poster
| name = Senior Week Happy Hour
| date = 2026-05-22
| time = 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
| place = College Center South Atrium
| description = Enjoy an afternoon of wine and Aperol spritz. Your ticket includes one complimentary drink and food; cash bar also available. Bring picnic blankets! $5 ticket required.
}}

=== Saturday, May 23 ===
{{Poster
| name = Baccalaureate Service
| organizers = Council of [[ALANA]] Seniors
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
| place = Vassar Chapel
| description = The pinnacle event celebrating the journeys of graduating students from diverse backgrounds. All are welcome. Free ticket required.
}}
{{Poster
| name = Class of 2026 Champagne Reception
| organizers = [[Vassar College Alumni Association]], [[Class of 2026]]
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
| place = Chapel Lawn
| description = Invite your family and friends to enjoy champagne and light desserts.
}}

{{Poster
| name = Bonfire
| date = 2026-05-23
| time = 10:00 pm – 12:00 am
| place = Townhouse Circle
| description = Spend your last night at Vassar with the seniors around a bonfire. Bring your own things to burn. Our last event before graduation!
}}

=== Sunday, May 24 ===
{{Poster
| name = Vassar College 162nd Commencement Ceremony
| date = 2026-05-24
| time = 10:00 am
| place = Graduation Hill
| description = Commencement Speaker Noah Baumbach '91 will deliver the address. Seniors must line up by 9:15 AM at Doubleday Lane by Vogelstein.
}}
{{Poster
| name = Commencement Reception
| date = 2026-05-24
| place = Chapel Lawn
| description = A reception on the Chapel Lawn will immediately follow the culmination of the Commencement Ceremony.
}}

== References ==
<references/>