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
A Message From The President
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
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
Baruch Professor Captures Beauty of the Arctic
While Professor Emeritus of Art Leonard Sussman may be best known to the Baruch community as a faculty member, he is also a highly accomplished photographer. And over the last decade of his nearly 60-year career, Sussman has specialized in capturing the arctic landscape through photographs. These photos, part of an exhibit called “In the … Continue reading Baruch Professor Captures Beauty of the Arctic
Professor’s Tale-Spinning Stories
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
From the Classroom to the Community: Zicklin Students Drive Entrepreneurship in Panama
Undergraduates in the Zicklin School of Business learned firsthand that entrepreneurship isn’t just about the bottom line. As part of a course led by Professor Chris Meyer, a lecturer in Zicklin’s Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, students traveled to Panama to offer their consulting expertise to small businesses, artisans, and farmers. Throughout the week-long excursion, … Continue reading From the Classroom to the Community: Zicklin Students Drive Entrepreneurship in Panama
Driven by a Mission
From developing visual and performance arts centers to founding a comic book publishing company to empowering diverse talent in real estate, Taneshia Nash Laird (’95) has done it all. A breast cancer survivor who grew up in poverty and lost her home in an explosion during her time at Baruch College, she’s always kept moving … Continue reading Driven by a Mission