Bard College Awards 2026
Front, left to right: Enikő Samu TŌN '25, Eszter Pokai '25, Gabriella Sperry, Bard Medal recipient Olivia B. Carino, Rea Ábel '23, Nándor Burai '24, Gréta Varga '26
Back, left to right: Viktor Tóth '16 TŌN '21, David Keringer APS '24, Peter Antal, Visiting Associate Professor of Music Emeritus Peter Laki, David Nagy '13, photo by Karl Rabe
Back, left to right: Viktor Tóth '16 TŌN '21, David Keringer APS '24, Peter Antal, Visiting Associate Professor of Music Emeritus Peter Laki, David Nagy '13, photo by Karl Rabe
Bard Medal
Olivia B. Carino
We give this award to Olivia B. Carino in honor of her unbridled enthusiasm, commitment and loyalty to Bard College, especially her work with the Bard College Conservatory students.
The Bard Medal honors individuals whose efforts on behalf of Bard and whose achievements have significantly advanced the welfare of the College. The Bard Medal was the inspiration of Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, who believed that Bard should establish an award recognizing outstanding service to the College.
The Bard Medal honors individuals whose efforts on behalf of Bard and whose achievements have significantly advanced the welfare of the College. The Bard Medal was the inspiration of Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, who believed that Bard should establish an award recognizing outstanding service to the College.
Photo credit: Rachel L. Crittenden
Bard Medal
Audrey Lasher Smith '78
We give this award to Audrey Lasher Smith '78 in honor of her amazing 50 years of service to the College. Audrey has been a colleague, mentor, and friend to generations of students, faculty, and staff. She is a Bard treasure.
The Bard Medal honors individuals whose efforts on behalf of Bard and whose achievements have significantly advanced the welfare of the College. The Bard Medal was the inspiration of Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, who believed that Bard should establish an award recognizing outstanding service to the College.
The Bard Medal honors individuals whose efforts on behalf of Bard and whose achievements have significantly advanced the welfare of the College. The Bard Medal was the inspiration of Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, who believed that Bard should establish an award recognizing outstanding service to the College.
John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science
Amy Bernard '91
We give this award to Amy Bernard '91, for her commitment to research and promoting science for the benefit of humanity.
The John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science is named after two 18th-century physicians, father and son, whose descendant, John Bard, was the founder of Bard College. This award honors scientists whose achievements demonstrate the breadth of concern and depth of commitment that characterized these pioneer physicians.
The John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science is named after two 18th-century physicians, father and son, whose descendant, John Bard, was the founder of Bard College. This award honors scientists whose achievements demonstrate the breadth of concern and depth of commitment that characterized these pioneer physicians.
John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science
Matthew DeGennaro '96
We give this award to Matthew DeGennaro '96, for his ground breaking research on mosquito genetics and his efforts to stem the spread of insect–borne disease.
The John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science is named after two 18th-century physicians, father and son, whose descendant, John Bard, was the founder of Bard College. This award honors scientists whose achievements demonstrate the breadth of concern and depth of commitment that characterized these pioneer physicians.
The John and Samuel Bard Award in Medicine and Science is named after two 18th-century physicians, father and son, whose descendant, John Bard, was the founder of Bard College. This award honors scientists whose achievements demonstrate the breadth of concern and depth of commitment that characterized these pioneer physicians.
Charles Flint Kellogg Award in Arts and Letters
Youssef Kerkour '00
We give this award to Youssef Kerkour '00, for his bold and discerning work as an actor.
The Charles Flint Kellogg Award in Arts and Letters is given in recognition of significant contributions to the American artistic or literary heritage. It honors Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, an internationally respected historian and educator, and Bard College trustee. Kellogg was instrumental in establishing the award, which, before his death, was given in the name of noted journalist and biographer Albert Jay Nock (class of 1892), who was also a College faculty member.
The Charles Flint Kellogg Award in Arts and Letters is given in recognition of significant contributions to the American artistic or literary heritage. It honors Charles Flint Kellogg ’31, an internationally respected historian and educator, and Bard College trustee. Kellogg was instrumental in establishing the award, which, before his death, was given in the name of noted journalist and biographer Albert Jay Nock (class of 1892), who was also a College faculty member.
John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service
Kevin A. G. Barbosa '18
We give this award to Kevin A. G. Barbosa 18 for his commitment to serving some of the most vulnerable members of our society. This year Kevin's pro-bono legal assistance was instrumental in achieving the release from immigration detention of Bard student Ali Sajad Faqirzada '28.
The John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service was established in 1990 to recognize extraordinary contributions by Bard alumni/ae and others to the public sector or in the public interest. It continues Bard’s tradition of honoring public service embodied in the Episcopal Layman Award, which was given until 1983. The award honors John Dewey, father of progressive education and advocate of a system of universal learning to advance this country’s democratic traditions.
The John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service was established in 1990 to recognize extraordinary contributions by Bard alumni/ae and others to the public sector or in the public interest. It continues Bard’s tradition of honoring public service embodied in the Episcopal Layman Award, which was given until 1983. The award honors John Dewey, father of progressive education and advocate of a system of universal learning to advance this country’s democratic traditions.
John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service
Eva-Marie Quinones '17
We give this award to Eva-Marie Quinones '17 for her commitment to serving some of the most vulnerable members of our society. This year Eva's pro-bono legal assistance was instrumental in achieving the release from immigration detention of Bard student Ali Sajad Faqirzada '28.
The John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service was established in 1990 to recognize extraordinary contributions by Bard alumni/ae and others to the public sector or in the public interest. It continues Bard’s tradition of honoring public service embodied in the Episcopal Layman Award, which was given until 1983. The award honors John Dewey, father of progressive education and advocate of a system of universal learning to advance this country’s democratic traditions.
The John Dewey Award for Distinguished Public Service was established in 1990 to recognize extraordinary contributions by Bard alumni/ae and others to the public sector or in the public interest. It continues Bard’s tradition of honoring public service embodied in the Episcopal Layman Award, which was given until 1983. The award honors John Dewey, father of progressive education and advocate of a system of universal learning to advance this country’s democratic traditions.
Laszlo Z. Bito Award for Humanitarian Service
Imran Ahmed '02
We give this award to Imran Ahmed '02 for his tireless work for the betterment of poor women and children in his community of Bangladesh.
The Laszlo Z. Bito Award for Humanitarian Service recognizes extraordinary work by members of the Bard community on behalf of individuals threatened by injustice, violence, and tyranny. It honors Laszlo Z. Bito ’60 (1934–2021), a Hungarian freedom fighter who came to Bard in 1956 and graduated with a degree in biology. Bito was a scientist, author, and humanist devoted to the ideals of the liberal arts and a just society.
The Laszlo Z. Bito Award for Humanitarian Service recognizes extraordinary work by members of the Bard community on behalf of individuals threatened by injustice, violence, and tyranny. It honors Laszlo Z. Bito ’60 (1934–2021), a Hungarian freedom fighter who came to Bard in 1956 and graduated with a degree in biology. Bito was a scientist, author, and humanist devoted to the ideals of the liberal arts and a just society.
Mary McCarthy Award
Marilynne Robinson
We give this award to Marilynne Robinson in recognition of exceptional achievement in the field of literature.
The Mary McCarthy Award is given in recognition of engagement in the public sphere by an intellectual, artist, or writer. Mary McCarthy taught at Bard from 1946 to 1947 and again in the 1980s. The award honors the combination of political and cultural commitment exemplified by this fearless, eloquent writer and teacher.
The Mary McCarthy Award is given in recognition of engagement in the public sphere by an intellectual, artist, or writer. Mary McCarthy taught at Bard from 1946 to 1947 and again in the 1980s. The award honors the combination of political and cultural commitment exemplified by this fearless, eloquent writer and teacher.
Bardian Award
The Bardian Award formalizes the Bard College Alumni/ae Association’s tradition of honoring the service of longtime members of the Bard community.
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