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
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From 13-17 July 2020, the Center for Engaged Pedagogy hosted a virtual, intensive Summer Pedagogy Symposium, an opportunity for Barnard faculty and staff to participate in pedagogical exploration, collaboration, and innovation, with a focus on adapting to different possible teaching scenarios for the upcoming fall semester. The Symposium covered topics such as maintaining student engagement in online courses, addressing racism in the classroom, creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences, utilizing digital tools and more. If you would like to access the recordings from the Symposium, please email pedagogy@barnard.edu
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From faculty to alumnae and a student, seven doers and thinkers are highlighted for the different ways they are contributing to society in the midst of an epidemic.
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The history professor aims to help students understand the causes and effects of inequity with the course Reproducing Inequalities: Family and Latin American History and Society.
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The Summer Colloquium kept 350 community members virtually connected with more than 80 programs and events around career opportunities.
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Nine students in Barnard’s inaugural Computer Science Summer Research Program worked with Barnard and Columbia professors on projects that ranged from improving inclusivity to healthcare.