The Business of Influence: Baruch Alumni Make Their Mark on Social Media 

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 

New Book by a Familiar Face

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

Student Creates Prize-Winning App

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

Addressing Hate: Baruch Unveils Antisemitism Studies Laboratory

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

From First-Generation College Student to University Chancellor

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

Real Estate Revolutionary

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