Barnard Magazine
Alumnae Stories
“I know this isn’t the Reunion we all expected,” said Rona Wilk ’91, chair of the AABC Reunion Committee. “I know this isn’t the Reunion we wanted. It is the Reunion we have, to celebrate the amazing Milestone classes and gather together the global community that is Barnard. Barnard strong means helping each other through this.” To stay connected with classmates, access the Summer issue's Class Notes.
The two alums caught up and discussed Amy’s early Barnard memories, career trajectory, stand-up comedy, and more.
Amy Veltman ’89 writes for the first time as president of the Alumnae Association of Barnard College (AABC).
Barnard recognized eight extraordinary alumnae whose professional achievements and contributions to the College embody the Barnard spirit. Because Reunion couldn’t take place in person this year due to COVID-19, we’ve honored them with an interactive book. To learn more about our incredible alumnae community, read the Class Notes in our digital only Summer issue.
Since starting her scholarship fund, Lida Orzeck ’68, founder and CEO of the lingerie company Hanky Panky, has played a critical role in the education and lives of numerous Barnard students, as her recent scholarship recipient Aliza Amsellem ’20 can attest. The two women filled us in on their close friendship and how the scholarship aid has created a sense of community while championing the next generation of strong Barnard women.
Throughout her wide-ranging career, Maryam Banikarim ’89, P’21 — a 2020 Gala honoree and 2019 Columbia Alumni medal recipient — has always been an intrepid storyteller.
The author of All-American Muslim Girl tells us about her writing process, favorite Barnard professors, and the books currently on her nightstand
Martha Stewart ’63 fills us in on her latest travels, philanthropy, and Barnard’s lasting impact
Jyoti Menon ’01 sends a message of unity to the Barnard Community in her final letter as president of the Alumnae Association of Barnard College
Volunteering helps these alums find fulfillment and purpose, drawing on their Barnard experience to give back
The graphic artist and art director gives us a glimpse into her creative process and talks feminist zines, fine paperstock, and sketching under the magnolia tree
With the world “on pause” for 2020, globetrotter Frances Abramowitz ’48 shares her favorite trips and tips