The Dean of Freshmen
The dean of freshmen counsels and advises all first-year students on academic matters. The dean of freshmen is a member of the faculty and serves on a number of faculty and administrative committees responsible for the welfare of Vassar students. The dean assigns faculty pre-major advisors, co-chairs the New Student Orientation Committee, and oversees academic regulations as they affect freshmen.
Should you, as a first-year student, experience any personal, family, or medical difficulties that threaten to impact your academic performance, the dean of freshmen will work closely with you to help you make full use of the college’s resources and support systems, and will advise you regarding the various options that may be available to you for some form of academic relief.
Any freshman who needs to be away from campus because of an illness or family emergency, or who is considering a leave of absence or withdrawal from Vassar should consult the dean of freshmen.
Benjamin Lotto is the dean of freshmen. His office is located in the Office of the Dean of Studies (Main, N-128), open weekdays from 8:30am–5:00pm (until 3:00pm on Thursdays). Appointments may be made by calling extension 5258.