Our Stories
Crossroads: Haiti, History and Context
Haiti, I keep learning, has an abundance of art, music and culture. During the panel, our moderator and panelists Professor Ismail Rashid, Ernest Barthélemy, M.D, Sabrina Jaar-Marzouka, JD, MPH, Roger Lefort) discussed Haiti in today’s global climate. On the verbal journey to Haiti’s current state, the panelists told us of the exemplary fight as the first slave colony to successfully revolt against the colonial structures and gain independence.
Preparations for my Trip to Haiti
March will signify the first time that I will travel to Haiti. As with other first time events, one can feel excited, scared, nervous, humbled, appreciative, hyped, and courageous all at one time. Perhaps, I am that plus more. However, the knowledge and experiences gained through the leadership retreat has prepared me more for what I think will be one of the most significant chapters of my life.
Crossroads: Understanding Haiti and its History in today's global political climate
VHP welcomed students, community members, members of faculty and staff to the panel titled “Crossroads: Understanding Haiti and its History in Today's Global Political Climate,” moderated by Vassar professor, Ismail Rashid, and featuring three panelists: Ernest Barthélemy, M.D, Sabrina Jaar-Marzouka, JD, MPH, and Roger Lefort, PhD.
VHP and Spring Leadership Retreat
"On January 26th, VHP had its annual Spring Leadership Retreat, which is always an important part of starting off the new semester. It gives us an opportunity to come together, reflect on how our organization has been functioning, and set goals for the future.”
Coming back from Junior Year Abroad (JYA)
They say studying abroad changes you, and for me it did. I studied Graphic Design at DIS Copenhagen, found a whole other side of my family living on an Island off the Coast of Italy, and had three near-death experiences in Airbnb homes. However, the one constant in my life remained my love and admiration for the work and people of the Vassar Haiti Project (VHP).
A First Trip to Haiti
VHP Volunteer, Maddie McCall recounts her experiences on the trip to Haiti in January 2019.
The Country and Abroad Article
Check out our article in the August/September 2018 issue of The Country and Abroad Magazine!
Art & Soul 2018 Remarks
Thank you to everyone who participated in Art & Soul! Watch the remarks, featuring Dr. David Cho, Sarah Oliver '15, President Elizabeth Bradley, guest speaker Dr. Paul Farmer, and Lila and Andrew Meade.
