FALL 2015
What is F.A.S.T?
The VC~Fast program was developed by the Athletic Department to enlist the support of the Vassar College Faculty to strengthen the relationship between the students, student-athletes, faculty and coaches. FAST members help support programs in an informal fashion by attending competitions and engaging student-athletes and coaches off the playing field. They can be invited to games, team gathers, meals and community service projects to further the lines of communication and friendship.
Matthew Vassar's vision of the integration of physical training into the academic and extracurricular activities that make up a "thorough, well-proportioned and liberal education" is of particular emphasis in the Vassar Athletics & Physical Education Department and of this organization.
F.A.S.T. Interview:
Each quarter we'll check in with our F.A.S.T. members to provide an opportunity to look at athletics and our team through a different lens. First up is our Men's and Women's Track F.A.S.T. Dr. Teresa Garrett.
Enjoy!
Q: Vassar is a nationally recognized institution so people come from all over the place. Where did you grow up and how did you end up coming to Vassar?
A: I lived in Dutchess County until after my freshman year in high school. My mom was tired of the cold and snow so we moved to Florida.
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| Men's and Women's Cross Country F.A.S.T. | Men's and Women's Track F.A.S.T. |
| Dr. Jay Bean | Dr. Teresa Garrett |
| Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience | Associate Professor of Chemistry |
| Fun Fact: Jay used to compete in many local road races and took up rowing for many years. | Fun Fact: Teresa has competed in many cycling and triathlons including the 2015 Survival of the Shawangunks in New Paltz, NY. |
