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
Grateful to Give Back
Jonathan Prevst (MPA ‘16) feels lucky to be alive. He had no idea that he was born with a rare heart condition—which he later learned is called an “anomalous coronary artery” and an “enlarged aortic root”—and required sudden open-heart surgery in 2020. “On average, when you wake up, you have a 50% chance of sudden … Continue reading Grateful to Give Back
Three Decades of Impact
In September, Baruch’s Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs invited alumni, faculty, staff, and friends to celebrate its 30th anniversary and bright future. Guests enjoyed a buffet of international food, while a lively Mariachi band provided musical accompaniment. Seven Marxe alumni were recognized as “alumni stars” at the event in honor of … Continue reading Three Decades of Impact