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By Sally Fay The global proliferation of the internet has spurred a sea change in modern society, affecting virtually every aspect of our lives. It’s even spawned new social concepts like ‘viral moments’ and ‘internet fame.’ The profusion of content creators and potential influencers on platforms such as Instagram, Twitch, and TikTok has reshaped how … Continue reading The Business of Influence: Baruch Alumni Make Their Mark on Social Media
Dear Alumni and Friends, As we close another remarkable academic year at Baruch College, I want to take a moment to celebrate the achievements of our 5,639 graduates honored at Commencement on May 28. With a symbolic move of the tassel, they joined the ranks of our powerful alumni network—bringing fresh energy, talent, and promise … Continue reading A Message From The President
In February, student members and alumni of the Baruch Investment Management Group (IMG) celebrated the group’s success at a special on-campus reception. Baruch College President S. David Wu, Zicklin School of Business Dean Bruce Weber, and members of the Baruch College Fund investment committee were in attendance. Since its founding 15 years ago, IMG has … Continue reading Cashing in on Success
Assistant Professor Sally Wen Mao follows threads to put pen to paper. Though she joined Baruch as an English professor in Fall 2024, the acclaimed poet and author already exemplifies faculty excellence in the Weissman School ofArts and Sciences. Not only has her poetry been consistently ranked the best of the best, but her debut … Continue reading Professor’s Tale-Spinning Stories
Baruch President S. David Wu (second from left) announces The Antisemitism Studies Laboratory, along with (left to right) Weissman Dean Jessica Lang, Foundation Trustee Joshua Laterman, and Dr. Sarah Valente, Director of Baruch’s Wasserman Jewish Studies Center. Baruch College has launched The Antisemitism Studies Laboratory (The AS Lab) at the Weissman School of Arts & … Continue reading Addressing Hate: Baruch Unveils Antisemitism Studies Laboratory
For Baruch senior Carlos Vazquez, entrepreneurship and serving others go hand in hand. Like many first-generation college students, Vazquez entered the world of higher education without much guidance from family or friends. As a result, Vazquez decided to create an app to help fellow students in the same situation. His idea pivoted a few times, … Continue reading Student Creates Prize-Winning App
Mildred García (‘74) knows firsthand how education can change lives. The daughter of Puerto Rican migrants, García experienced the impact of public education at a young age. As a student at PS8 in Brooklyn, García attended plays and went to museums that her factory worker parents would not have been able to afford. However, it … Continue reading From First-Generation College Student to University Chancellor
Today, the concept of an equity “Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)” is a tried-and-true option for investors seeking a stake in commercial real estate—but back in 1991, it was a radical idea. And it all originated with Milton Cooper (’49, LHD-Hon. ’15). Back in 1958, alongside commercial-construction craftsman Martin Kimmel, he co-founded Kimco Realty, the … Continue reading Real Estate Revolutionary
Growing up in Kazakhstan, Aya Kikimova (MBA ‘11) had a special connection to small businesses. While her mother climbed the ladder in real estate, her grandmother ran a bustling small deli. Kikimova never imagined that watching her family build success would lead her to helping small businesses thrive. At age 16, she moved to the … Continue reading Small Business, Big Impact
Last semester, Baruch College President Emeritus and University Professor Mitchel B. Wallerstein (left) released the book Public Higher Education That Works: One College’s Path to Academic Success and Financial Stability. In the book, Wallerstein reflects on his 10 years as president of Baruch, examining how and why the College became a "positive outlier" in the … Continue reading New Book by a Familiar Face
