Alumnae Stories
Barnard’s almost 36,000 alumnae are forces to be reckoned with. Leaders in almost every field, these intrepid women have revolutionized health care, 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
The vice president and head of worldwide sustainability at Amazon spoke with President Beilock about how Barnard gave her the tools to make an impact at one of the world’s largest companies.
As the deputy secretary of transportation, the Barnard alumna has her eyes on equity.
In partnership with Bridgewater Associates, Barnard will recruit “New Pathways Bridgewater Scholars,” and will provide the training, exposure, and opportunities required to become workforce leaders.
BJ Casey, an expert on the adolescent brain, will join the Barnard faculty in July 2022. #BarnardYearOfScience