Barnard College News
In celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day (October 10), and the College’s connection to the tribe, Barnard and Columbia University honor the Picuris Pueblo with weeklong events.
The Barnard community came together in Riverside Church to kick off a new academic year, guided by the words of keynote speaker Ayana Byrd ’95.
In recognition of sex discrimination being banned in educational programs, the College is looking back at alumnae and administrators who helped to pave the way and who continue to shine.
Hundreds of excited graduating seniors, family, and friends commemorated the big day at Radio City Music Hall, alongside leaders who have shaped fields in STEM, the arts, and athletics.
Psychologist and keynote speaker Nim Tottenham ’96 returned to Barnard to open a new year on campus at Riverside Church.
Pulitzer Prize-Winner Natalie Angier ʼ78 Interviews Barnard President Sian Beilock

Sian Leah Beilock, executive vice provost of the University of Chicago, will become the 8th president of Barnard College, effective July 1, 2017.