In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11), the College highlights alumnae and students who are helping diversify a field that traditionally left women behind.
Alumnae Stories
Barnard’s 38,000+ alumnae are forces to be reckoned with. Leaders in almost every field, these intrepid women have revolutionized healthcare, 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
Meet Our Alumnae
The psychoanalyst and professor created the foundations for community-based mental health services and education in Harlem. #BarnardCelebratesBlackHistory #BarnardYearOfScience
Hawa Tunkara ’21 on navigating grief, profound family responsibility, and challenging obstacles with grit and grace to land right where she needs to be.
The Barnard alumna changed everything from the very way women are treated at the doctor’s office to life in medical school for female students.
Wolfe, who served as Chief of Staff and Deputy Mayor in Bill de Blasio’s administration, will enhance Barnard’s relationships with government officials and expand leadership development opportunities.
The 2020 Beckman Scholar shares how her experiences as a student researcher at Barnard helped inform her current studies, plus insights from her “Walking NYC” project.
The Barnard alumna shares how the community she found on campus informs her psychology research into Latina mental health.
15 books written by Barnard graduates to read over the holidays or to gift to loved ones.
Check out binge-worthy entertainment courtesy of the College’s creative alumnae community.