Barnard College News

In a rare event that coincided with the Zora Neale Hurston Centennial and 100 Years of Black Students at Barnard celebration, the distinguished writer returned to her alma mater to discuss the literary giant’s legacy.

Prolific literary giants Hisham Matar and Edwidge Danticat ’90 are, once again, up to win the prestigious award that celebrates innovative and bold storytelling.

The Barnard community celebrates Zora Neale Hurston’s centennial — and her impactful legacy — with personal and professional reflections.

The Zora Neale Hurston Trust will celebrate the famed storyteller with a two-day event, in alignment with the centennial anniversary of her time as a student on campus.

Learn how the beloved writer, anthropologist, and folklorist has influenced many across campus — and around the world — for the 100 years following her graduation.

The New Year brings a multidimensional roster of classes to Barnard students this spring.


The Zora Neale Hurston Trust will honor the famed storyteller this winter, in serendipitous alignment with the centennial anniversary of her time as a student on campus.

For National Poetry Month, three students explore their academic interests — from biochemistry to political science — as a form of creativity.

The art history professor talks about her forthcoming book on the French fashion revolution and being offered a named chair in honor of former Barnard professor Barbara Novak.

A brand new pilot program this spring ushers in a new phase of lifelong learning and community at the College.