Adventurer Says it’s Not Just About Making History, ‘It’s About Showing up Scared and Doing it Anyway’
Alumnae Stories
Barnard’s 38,000+ alumnae are forces to be reckoned with. Leaders in almost every field, these intrepid women have revolutionized healthcare, won Pulitzer Prizes, and made significant scientific discoveries.
“Barnard formed me with its supportive, collaborative environment. It’s where I came to life. It’s the shining confidence this College gave me and all of us.”
— Sonia Taitz ’75
Meet Our Alumnae
Students, alumnae, and employers joined together on Sept. 26 for the 2025 Opportunities Conference to forge a path for the next generation of Barnard leaders.
Eight prestigious programs will host dozens of College scholars who will conduct research as close as within the U.S. or work as English Teaching Assistants as far away as Indonesia.
This year’s crop of books from Barnard authors offers an array of genres, from heady history to fun fiction and more.
Faculty and alumnae reflect on the College’s most popular marquee programs for alumnae who are seeking the academic enrichment and discovery that only Barnard can offer.
Luminaries gathered at the College for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and performances to pay tribute to the LeFrak family’s commitment to artistic excellence and community wellness.
The Long Island native shares how being at Barnard was having “the best of all worlds.”
Before finals week and Commencement jitters, two of the College’s most cherished traditions returned to campus with art, soul, and some friendly competition that was established more than a century ago.
The woman dubbed the “Rosa Parks of Architecture” began her career path at Barnard.