The Barnard graduate became the first Chinese woman in the U.S. to earn a doctorate.
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
Eleven grant-funded projects will honor Hurston’s influence through art, scholarship, storytelling, and community engagement.
Nia Ashley ’16 will co-teach a course with Chair and Professor of Africana Studies Monica Miller in spring 2027.
Alumna said she’s used ‘every single course’ she took at Barnard in her career.
Alumnae spanning generations return to Morningside Heights for the College’s annual reunion.
The award-winning NBC News executive helped bring the documentary “Filmed in Gaza” to viewers, securing two wins at the 47th annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards.
Barnard alumna recently wrapped production on the anticipated sequel to romantic comedy, Red, White & Royal Blue, adding to her repertoire of beloved queer projects.
Small Moments of Curiosity Brought Me to My Current Role: VP of Pro Design Tools at Adobe
Retired Barnard alumnae live the next chapter of their lives at a residential learning community through Purchase College.