This spring Bruce S. Sherman (MBA ’74) (right, in conversation with ABC News’ Byron Pitts) received the prestigious Horatio Alger Award at an event at the National Portrait Gallery. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., is a nonprofit educational organization that bestows its award to civic and philanthropic leaders who exemplify perseverance, integrity, … Continue reading Embodying the American Dream
Major-League Impact
When it comes to building bridges between sports teams, partners, and communities, Lina Cruz (’15, MA ’23) has tackled everything from “America’s pastime” to “the beautiful game.” She currently works as director of partnership marketing for New York City Football Club (New York City FC) of Major League Soccer—a career she never quite expected to … Continue reading Major-League Impact
The ABCs of Slang
Growing up in his native Guyana—the only country in South America where English is the official language—Edgar Henry (’78) heard more than his fair share of street slang when going out to the local markets. “They certainly weren’t speaking the Queen’s English,” he recalls with a laugh. For example: a thousand-dollar Guyanese bill was condensed … Continue reading The ABCs of Slang
An Inspired Career
Amy Hau (EMBA ’01) may have begun her role as director of The Noguchi Museum in January 2024, but she has a much longer history with both the legendary artist and the Queens-based institution. “I worked for Isamu Noguchi from 1986 until he passed away in 1988,” Hau explains. “At the time, it was really … Continue reading An Inspired Career
From MBA to IPA
Plenty of home beermakers have dreams of launching their own brewery. But how many of those dreamers also have a marketing and finance pro for a life partner? At Montclair Brewery in New Jersey, Denise Ford Sawadogo (MBA ’00) and her husband, brewmaster Leo Sawadogo, have joined their talents to found a microbrewery that produces … Continue reading From MBA to IPA
Problem Solvers: Baruch Faculty Researchers Shape the Future
When Baruch graduates recall the effect their professors have had on their lives, what first comes to mind likely involves inspiring classes, mentorship, or sound advice. But while teaching is incredibly impactful, Baruch faculty are also esteemed scholars. Faculty from all three schools routinely pursue research on a multitude of topics, both independently and in … Continue reading Problem Solvers: Baruch Faculty Researchers Shape the Future
Engaged Education Expands
As part of the El Paso del Norte project, Baruch students have been painting murals to display imagery and histories of migrants. Here, Assistant Professor Lizbeth de la Cruz Santana, PhD, stands in front of the murals as students from her classes continue their work. In keeping with strategic planning goals, Baruch continues to purposefully … Continue reading Engaged Education Expands
Baruch Is Flying High
During the spring semester, the American Talent Initiative (ATI)—an offshoot of the esteemed nonprofit The Aspen Institute—along with Bloomberg Philanthropies, designated Baruch College as an “ATI high-flier.” The status denotes Baruch as a high-graduation-rate institution leading progress toward equitable education for lower-income students. Baruch is one of only 28 “high-flier” U.S. colleges and universities, a … Continue reading Baruch Is Flying High
Courting Basketball Greatness: Mia Castillo’s Record-Breaking Season
Caitlin Clark took the basketball world by storm this past year with her scoring prowess—but Baruch has its own all-star. Junior Bearcat Mia Castillo enjoyed a remarkable 2023–24 basketball season, finishing as the NCAA Division III leader in points per game (27.4), total points (794), steals per game (5.38), total steals (156), and triple doubles … Continue reading Courting Basketball Greatness: Mia Castillo’s Record-Breaking Season
Fashioned for Success: Baruch Undergrads Launch Clothing Startup
You could say that Djamina Drabo (’25) and Renukh Rampaul (’25) know how to roll up their sleeves—in more ways than one. The two enterprising young women, undergraduates in Baruch’s Zicklin School of Business, are co-founders of Homme D’Affaire, the first student-clothing brand from the College’s entrepreneurship club. Homme D’Affaire sells business-casual sweaters and polos … Continue reading Fashioned for Success: Baruch Undergrads Launch Clothing Startup