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.
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Barnard students donate thousands of pounds of gently-used items as they move out, building on the College’s innovative program to reduce waste, support future students, and benefit the surrounding community.
Community members tuned into a cross-disciplinary faculty panel discussion on climate politics, research, and debates.
Barnard welcomed the environmental activist author for a talk on the most invaluable resource of all — nature.
The first-year shares how her designs went from being featured in on-campus fashion shows to on stage at a United Nations Climate Change Conference.
From the Olympics to the upcoming Met Gala in May, alumnae, students, and faculty turned up in a dizzying array of exciting places this year.
As NYC’s premier festival for women-centered films, the cornerstone event celebrated community, storytelling, and a bold vision of the future — all in the spirit of abundance.
The first Black woman appointed to the U.S. District Court in eastern Michigan fought for civil rights as an attorney and challenged presidential overreach during her judicial career.
The pioneering public servant, foreign ambassador, and lawyer made history as the first Black woman to become assistant secretary of state.
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.
Professors from a range of disciplines explored global migration with a roomful of enthusiastic community members.
Groundbreaking programs honor the legacy of Zora Neale Hurston ’28 and the Black alumnae who proudly followed in her footsteps.
Take a look at the many ways the College has grown its commitment to championing positive change as it celebrates Climate Week NYC 2024.
The Nairobi-based, women-led organization works to empower leaders to champion the green transition.
An unwavering advocate for women to have the right to vote, Lee was also the first Chinese woman in the country to earn a Ph.D. in economics.
The annual panel — moderated by NY1 weekend anchor Stef Manisero — explored the connection between mental health and lifelong resilience.
A brand new pilot program this spring ushers in a new phase of lifelong learning and community at the College.
Learn about alumnae and students — from the Class of 2014 to the Class of 2024 — who are working across disciplines to improve society with creativity and innovation.
Learn about eight Barnard women who forged legal careers and championed equal rights for all.