One of the many benefits of a Bard education is the incredible global network of alumni/ae you can draw upon as you navigate life after Bard. The Bard College Alumni/ae Association has worked with alumni/ae to create affinity groups, helping our alumni/ae to come together around a shared interest, find other Bardians in their area, or connect based on mutual experiences. Explore the options below. Email [email protected] to be connected to any of the groups, or join the pages linked under the group names.
Photo by Pete Mauney ’93 MFA ’00
What is an affinity group?
And how do I join or start one?
Affinity groups plan a range of events, including regular meetings to chat and strategize, networking receptions connecting alumni/ae and current students, and expert panels on a variety of topics. We hope you'll join and bring your experience to the Bard network! Would you like to start a new affinity group at Bard? Email [email protected] and we’ll talk through it with you!
Career Affinity Groups
ACE
Alumni/ae in Civic Engagement (ACE) works with the Bard Center for Civic Engagement to connect alumni/ae in the field, assist with programming, and connect current students to volunteer and internship opportunities.Leadership: Caitlin O’Donnell, Brian Mateo
Bardians in Film
Join other Bardians working in film to connect, share job opportunities, and strengthen your network. If you are not receiving the Film alumni/ae newsletter, be sure to reach out to Jaqueline Goss.Leadership: Ed Halter, Jackie Goss
Bardians in Finance
Join other Bardians working in finance and economics.Leadership: Anna Neverova ’07, Boriana Handjiyska ’02
Bardians in Libraries/Archives
Join other Bardians working in libraries and archives. Email [email protected] to join the Bardians in Libraries and Archives listserv, and connect with the community.Leadership: Sarah Kasten ’04, Helene Tieger ’85
Bardians in Psychology
Join fellow Bardians working in Psychology.Leadership: Emma Heffron ’22
Bardians in Tech
Join other Bardians working in tech and computer science. Participate in webinars, in-person events, and meet-ups.
BardWrites
Join a network of Bardian writers and publishers. Participate in webinars, in person events, writing circles, and grow your community.Leadership: Maya Gottfried '95
[email protected]
Join other Bardians who make music, across all music programs at Bard.Leadership: Luke McCrosson ’16, Jesse Goldberg ’15 APS ’17, Katie Rossiter VAP ’17, Mary-Liz O’Neill VAP ’17
Regional Affinity Groups
Bardians in Boston
Meet Bardians in your area and connect with your alumni/ae network!Leadership: Travis McGrath ’11, Alex Hamme ’19
Bardians in Brooklyn
Meet fellow Brooklyn Bardians and expand your alumni/ae network!Email [email protected] for more information.
Bardians in On/Near Cape Cod
Meet Bardians in your area and connect with your alumni/ae network!Leadership: Josh Wrigley ’08
Bardians in Los Angeles
Meet fellow LA Bardians and expand your alumni/ae network!
Bardians in Washington, DC
Meet Bardians in your area and connect with your alumni/ae network!Identity-Based Affinity Groups
Bard Equity and Inclusion
Coming soon: Connect with fellow alumni/ae from BEOP, HEOP, POSSE, and other equity and inclusion programs at Bard College.
Bard Performing Artists of Color
Join a network of Bardians of color working in the performing arts. Email [email protected] for more information.
Chinese Alumni/ae
Meet Bardians in your area and connect with your alumni/ae network!Leadership: Nathan Xu ’17
Athletics Affinity Groups
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Cross Country/TrackCross Country/Track
Connect with fellow cross country + track and field alumni/ae!
Coach: Billy Poole-Harris
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RugbyRugby
Connect with fellow rugby alumni/ae!
Coach: Garrett Montgomery
Leadership: Matt Cameron ’04
Instagram: @bardrugby -
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SquashSquash
Connect with fellow squash alumni/ae!
Women’s Squash
Coach: Craig Thorpe-Clark
Instagram: @bard_w_squash
Men’s Squash
Coach: Craig Thorpe-Clark
Instagram: @bard_m_squash -
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Ultimate FrisbeeUltimate Frisbee
Connect with fellow ultimate alumni/ae!
Coach: Jackson Spargur
Instagram: @bardultimate -
VolleyballVolleyball
Connect with fellow volleyball alumni/ae!
Women’s Volleyball
Coach: Stefanie Carrington
Instagram: @bardwvolleyball
Men’s Volleyball
Coach: Adam Niemczynowicz
Instagram: @bardmvb
How to Get Involved
We encourage affinity group members to:
- Join the social media hub associated with the group (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)
- Share your news via the affinity group platform
- Share ideas for events within your group
- Join the email list
- Attend events when available
- Help us create community and get to know the next generation of Bardians
- Donate your time and energies to help fellow alumni/ae achieve their professional and social goals
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