Baruch Launches Black and Latino Studies Major For decades, Baruch College students who have wanted to concentrate in Black and Latino studies (BLS) have resorted to building an ad hoc major, often relying on faculty scattered across a range of academic departments. Now, in response to increasing demand for an expanded ethnic studies curriculum, the … Continue reading An Interdisciplinary Program—Decades in the Making
A New Angle: Victor Chu (’08) Pioneers Drone Videography
Victor Chu (’08) sees the world differently. It all started when he got his first digital camera in high school and learned how to edit silly photos of his friends. His interest in photography continued once he enrolled at Baruch College, leading him to join The Ticker, Baruch’s student newspaper, as photo editor. “My work … Continue reading A New Angle: Victor Chu (’08) Pioneers Drone Videography
Agent for Change: Jessica Holtz (MBA ’12) Scores Groundbreaking Contracts for Two NBA Players
Competitiveness, passion, and drive are three key attributes for successful athletes, but they also make Jessica Holtz (MBA ’12) one of the most notable sports agents in the game. In July 2022, Holtz—an agent with California-based firm Creative Artists Agency (CAA)—made history as the first woman to negotiate two NBA supermax contracts—elite among the league’s … Continue reading Agent for Change: Jessica Holtz (MBA ’12) Scores Groundbreaking Contracts for Two NBA Players
The Power of Persuasion: With Real Estate Star John Gomes (MBA ’02)
It takes more than a little charisma to rise to the top of the high-powered, fiercely competitive world of New York real estate. “It also takes passion,” says John Gomes (MBA ’02), whose love for design and architecture, entrepreneurial spirit, and talent for trendspotting have landed him in the catbird seat of the luxury real … Continue reading The Power of Persuasion: With Real Estate Star John Gomes (MBA ’02)
Called to Serve: Baruch Alumni Tapped for City Hall Roles
In yet another example of Baruch College graduates helping shape New York City’s government, economy, and culture, six alumni were recently appointed to high-ranking positions in the administration of NYC Mayor Eric Adams, who assumed office on January 1. Two of the appointments are groundbreaking. Named commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, Manuel … Continue reading Called to Serve: Baruch Alumni Tapped for City Hall Roles
Two Decades of Empowering Women
by Sara Karnish The Financial Women's Association Celebrates 20 Years at Baruch It started small, with nine students and nine mentors. Two decades later, the Financial Women’s Association (FWA) mentoring program at Baruch College has expanded in size and scope, with nearly 50 mentor and mentee pairs. As the program celebrates its 20th anniversary on … Continue reading Two Decades of Empowering Women
Sustainable Snacking: Matt Feldman (’15) Pioneers Mushroom Jerky
Snacking while vegan can be a challenge—just ask entrepreneur Matt Feldman (’15), founder and CEO of Moku Foods. After learning about the lack of sustainability in the meat industry and the health benefits of plant-based nutrition, he committed to a vegan diet. “It made me feel great, physically, mentally, spiritually,” says Mr. Feldman, who was … Continue reading Sustainable Snacking: Matt Feldman (’15) Pioneers Mushroom Jerky
More High Marks for Baruch
Baruch College continues to distinguish itself with recent rankings and national accolades—and even the College’s alumni network is getting in on the act. The Princeton Review’s The Best 387 Colleges guidebook for 2022 highlighted Baruch on two “Top 20” lists, ranking the College #19 in Best Alumni Networks (Public Schools) and #15 Best Value College. … Continue reading More High Marks for Baruch
Washington Trailblazer: Justice G. Helen Whitener (’88)
Justice G. Helen Whitener’s career has been a series of “firsts.” The latest came in November 2020, when she won election to retain her seat on Washington State’s Supreme Court—a position to which she had been appointed by Governor Jay Inslee in April of that year. With that victory, she says, came a revelation: “Unbeknownst … Continue reading Washington Trailblazer: Justice G. Helen Whitener (’88)
An Up-Close Look at Distance Learning
Innovation, Challenges, and the Future of Higher Education As a result of Covid-19, “distance learning” has become a familiar phrase at schools and universities across the globe. It’s been in place at Baruch since March, when the College quickly shifted to remote teaching, and the vast majority of courses remain online-only. But what exactly is … Continue reading An Up-Close Look at Distance Learning
