Class of 2017 Grad Ryan Beckford Heads to CNBC With support from the Magner Career Center, Ryan Beckford scored a competitive position at the company before graduation, moving him one step closer to his dream career. Read More
Tow Foundation Rewards Outstanding Achievements of Brooklyn College Faculty and Students For more than 20 years, Leonard Tow ’50, and Claire ’52, have given generously to their alma mater. The awards presentation and luncheon celebrated the work of the best and brightest among the college’s educators and learners. Read More
For Brooklyn College Foundation Trustee and UBS Executive Lorraine Laighold ’64, Students Matter Most The donor’s commitment to students stems from her continued connection to, and empathy for, their experiences. Read More
Feirstein Student Earns British Film Academy’s First Award for a Student with a Disability Shannon Ryan plans to show the film industry the inherent value in her unique life experiences. Read More
The Rona Jaffe Foundation Establishes Fellowships in Creative Writing “The Rona Jaffe Foundation is very pleased to provide support to Brooklyn College in the form of these fellowships to incoming female graduate students in the M.F.A. program,” said Beth McCabe, director of The Rona Jaffe Foundation Writers’ Awards and a board trustee. “They will, we hope, not only provide much-needed funding within the program, but also help attract the strongest writing candidates to apply.” Read More
John Hope Franklin Memorial Day Celebrated at Brooklyn College as Part of Its “We Stand Against Hate” Initiative The former chair of the college’s Department of History was remembered for his groundbreaking scholarship and activism. Read More
Carol L. Zicklin Honors Academy Chair Crosses Disciplines to Explore the Intersection of Disabilities and Performance A scholar, actor, and playwright, Professor Brenda Foley will focus on bringing narratives of underrepresented voices to the stage. Read More
Internships Help Students Put Theory into Practice Everyone knows the importance of doing internships. Some students discover opportunities on their own or with the help of a professor or mentor. The Magner Career Center has helped students Read More
Samuel H. Gottlieb ’40 Estate Gives $1.5 Million to Brooklyn College Library Reading room named after donor who saw a strong library as an important foundation. Read More
Columbia University Ph.D. Candidate Lisa Del Sol Reflects on How Brooklyn College Prepped Her for Success The recent graduate says the college opened up numerous opportunities for her, helping her to realize her potential. Read More
