Acclaimed Photojournalist Laylah Amatullah Barrayn Pays Tribute to John Hope Franklin at Black History Month Memorial Event The noted artist, academic, and activist honored Franklin, chair emeritus of the Brooklyn College History Department, and his groundbreaking impact on academia and social justice. Read More
Conservatory of Music Adjunct Professor Jeffrey Biegel’s Recording Wins Grammy Award The world-renowned pianist, composer, and educator says the win proves the importance of commissioning new work. Read More
Out of Chaos, a Torrent of Awards A Feirstein professor’s unwavering belief in a film he produced helped lead to a Cannes Jury Prize, a Golden Globe nomination, and perhaps this weekend, an Oscar. Read More
First Came Love, Then Came Brooklyn College A young couple that embarked on their dream together at Brooklyn College found success and happiness not only in their family and career, but in the opportunity to come back and help students in whom they see themselves. Read More
Kevin James ‘Hearts’ Radio The Department of Television and Radio senior, radio DJ, and lifelong listener discusses his work at iHeartRadio, his ‘second home’ at Brooklyn College Radio, and his grand idea for a podcast. Read More
Faculty News—Spring 2019 Tania León’s music programmed by the New York Philharmonic’s new director Read More
New Endowed Chair of Women’s and Gender Studies Seeks to Explore Overlooked Histories of Local Black Women’s Activism Professor Robyn C. Spencer is offering free public programming that educates New York City communities about the sociopolitical impact of black women’s leadership and organizing. Read More
How to Have a Good Death: David Balk Recognized for his Scholarship on Death and Grieving The Association for Death Education and Counseling recently awarded the health and nutrition sciences professor the Academic Educator Award for excellence in the field of thanatology. Read More
An Academic and Cultural Immersion Winter intersession students take in life-changing experiences during the Brooklyn College Study Abroad in China Program. Read More
