Scholarships

Scholarships, Awards, and Prizes
Many of the scholarships, awards, and prizes available at Bard College are made possible by generous contributions from donors who believe in the importance of a college education and want to invest in the future of Bard students. To learn more about supporting Bard’s scholarships, awards, and prizes, email [email protected].

Bard Annual Scholarship Reception

Congratulations to all the Bard scholars who received a named scholarship and were honored at this year's Annual Scholarship Reception on Monday, November 11.

Thank you to all of the donors who support scholarships. Bard deeply appreciates your dedication and believes that your impact goes far beyond the educational support you provide. You are helping shape tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and innovators.

2023/2024 Academic Year

List of Undergraduate Awards and Prizes

Awards
Awards are given to Bard students in open competition, irrespective of financial need. The awards carry various stipends.

Bard College Jazz Studies Jeff Marx Award
An award established by the family, friends, and colleagues of Jeff Marx, the noted tenor
saxophonist who played with the greats from San Francisco to New York and across Europe.
Awarded to music majors who have shown a significant achievement in the development of their
creative process while bringing a positive and constructive energy to the Bard Jazz Studies
program.
Leo Belsky

Alice P. Doyle Award in Environmental Studies
An award given annually to a student who shows outstanding potential in the field of
environmental studies, particularly in exploring the social dimensions of environmental issues.
Sage Liotta

William Frauenfelder Award
An award established in honor of William Frauenfelder, beloved professor of modern languages
and literature for more than 30 years, and given to a student excelling in the study of one or
more foreign languages.
Olga Borzenko

Harold Griffiths ’31 Award in Chemistry
An award given in memory of Harold Griffiths ’31, through the generosity of his widow, Ethel S.
Griffiths, to a deserving third-year student who, according to the faculty of the Division of
Science, Mathematics, and Computing, demonstrates excellence in chemistry and outstanding
potential.
Meherin Hossain

Jean M. French Travel Award
Given annually to a rising senior or seniors for travel in the service of their Senior Project in art
history.
Yue Chen

Natalie Lunn Technical Theater Award
The Lunn Award honors the legacy of Natalie Lunn, Bard technical theater director from 1972 to
1999, with two awards: an internship at Bard SummerScape or an award to pursue a technical
theater internship at a professional company of the student’s choice.
Xeno Szalla (Summerscape)
Vivi Potee (professional company)

Mary McCarthy Award
An award given to a junior who, through competitive selection by a special jury, is deemed the
most promising and talented prose writer entering their senior year.
Noah Barbosa

Natural Philosophy Award
An award established by Andrew Choung ’94 and given to a moderated student pursuing
a substantial combination of studies in both the natural and social sciences, reflecting the
spirit of a Renaissance education.
Lauren Mendoza

Photography Advisory Board Scholar Award
An award given annually to one or more moderated Photography Program majors, to
cover the material costs associated with Upper College photographic work.
Danni Chen
Kate Spangler

C. T. Sottery Award
An award established by an alumnus of the College and given annually to a junior for
significant achievement in chemistry and for an outstanding contribution to the work of the
Division of Science, Mathematics, and Computing.
Olivia Nguyen

Summer Award in Classical Studies
An annual award given to a Bard student in recognition of their work in Classics. The student
will undertake self-designed summer study intended to enrich their understanding of the
ancient Mediterranean world.
Ezra Beato
Jay Evans
Peter Fields

Bernard Tieger Award in Labor, Community, and History
An award established in memory of Professor Emeritus of Sociology Bernard Tieger, by his
family, friends, students, and colleagues, given to a student who has demonstrated
outstanding scholarship in labor studies or in the studies of communities and preferably a
special interest in the Village of Tivoli.
Sam Shields

Lindsay F. Watton III Memorial Essay Award
An award established by the family and friends of Lindsay F. Watton III that commemorates
the life achievements and numerous contributions of Professor Watton to the development of
Russian and Eurasian studies at Bard College. It is awarded annually to a student whose
essay on topics in Russian and Eurasian studies demonstrates excellence and dedication to
the field.
Sarah Martin

Lindsay F. Watton III Memorial Research Award
An award established by the family and friends of Lindsay F. Watton III that commemorates
the life achievements and numerous contributions of Professor Watton to the development of
Russian and Eurasian studies at Bard College. It is awarded annually to a rising senior whose
Senior Project promises excellence in the field.
Nora Furlong

Toby Williams '13 Award in Classical Studies
An award established by the family of Toby Williams ’13 to one or more students studying
Classics to support with internships, studying abroad, undertaking research related to their
senior projects, or an annual award for an outstanding senior project in Classical Studies.
Rowan Swain

Christopher Wise ’92 Award in Environmental Studies and Human Rights
An endowed award established in memory of Christopher James Wise ’92, given through
the generosity of his friends and family, to support a student’s internship in environmental
studies and/or human rights.
Maggie Thomas

PRIZES

Margaret and John Bard Scholars Prize
Honorary prizes awarded annually by the faculty of each division of the College to not more
than two students in each division for outstanding academic achievement in the field of major
interest.

Languages and Literature
Lydia Schultz

Science, Mathematics, and Computing
Andrés Block Martínez
Xuan Ma

Social Studies
Cecilia Giancola
Celestine Mingle

Andrew Jay Bernstein ’68 Prizes
A prize in memory of Andrew Jay Bernstein ’68, given to one or more juniors for the purpose of
assisting the preparation of the Senior Project in psychology
Maia Manta
Olivia Weeks

Irma Brandeis Prize
A prize given annually to a third-year student or students with an excellent academic record,
whose Senior Project in literature, languages, history, art history, philosophy, or the history of
science is outstanding for both broadness of vision and precision of thought. The prize honors
Bard’s distinguished, longtime faculty member Irma Brandeis, whose contributions to Dante
scholarship and to Bard College exemplify the virtues embodied in this prize.
Robert Cambias

Bard Physics Prize
Awarded to the student or students who, in the judgment of the Bard Physics Program
faculty, demonstrate a committed engagement to physics.
Emma Derrick
Chloe Dufeu

PRIZES

Jamie Lubarr ’72 Research Prize
A prize awarded in honor of Jamie Lubarr ’72 to a student in anthropology, film, or photography,
to facilitate the making of an ethnographic or documentary film, video, or photographic series as
part of a Senior Project that combines anthropology and the visual media.
Mary Mendez
Eva Rasskazova

Paul J. Pacini Prize in Music
A prize created by Paul J. Pacini and given to a deserving voice student in the Music Program
to assist with expenses associated with recitals, performances, Moderation, or the Senior
Project.
Mara Zaki

Jennifer Day Memorial Prize
A prize in memory of Professor Jennifer Day who believed strongly in the power of travel and
cultural experience, awarded annually to provide financial assistance to a student enrolled in an
intensive summer session to study Russian who has a history of extraordinary academic
achievement.
Sarah Shein

Margaret Creal Shafer Prizes in Composition and Performance
Given by the Hudson Valley Chamber Music Circle to music majors who have excelled—one as
a composer, the other as a performer—and demonstrated active participation in the Music
Program.
Steven Bonacci (composition)
Anthony D'Amore (performance)

Dr. Richard M. Siegel ’43 Memorial Prize in Music
Given in memory of Dr. Richard M. Siegel ’43 to a student majoring in music who, in the
judgment of the faculty, demonstrates academic excellence.
Sam Grossman

Special Carter Towbin Prize
A prize awarded to one or more majors or nonmajors in recognition of their exceptional
contribution to the technical work of the Theater and Performance Program.
Silas Lloyd

Undergraduate Awards Ceremony May 9, 2024.pdf

List of Scholarships

Scholarships
Received in Academic Year 2023–24

George I. Alden Scholarship
An endowed scholarship providing annual support to deserving students
Celeste Connell, Manar Hashmi

Alumni/ae Reunion Scholarship
Established with a gift from the alumni/ae reunion classes in 1950 and supported each reunion since, this scholarship is given to one or more students who demonstrate academic excellence and exemplary citizenship, and is awarded by the Bard College Alumni/ae Association Board of Governors
Henry Mielarczyk, Matloob Naweed

Amicus Foundation Scholarship
An endowed scholarship awarded annually to a qualified and deserving student in the field of economics
Emilia Cooper

Lee B. Anderson Memorial Foundation Fellowship
Fellowship awarded annually to outstanding students with interests in 18th- and 19th-century American or European decorative arts
Luli Zou

Hannah Arendt Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of Hannah Arendt, awarded annually for study at Bard to a worthy and qualified first-, second-, or third-year student
Samuel Mutter

Artine Artinian Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established by Artine Artinian, professor emeritus of French, and given annually to talented and deserving students in the Division of the Arts
Ray Camp, Phu Nguyen

Association of Episcopal Colleges’ Charitable Service Scholarship
Established in the 1980s through the Episcopal Church’s Venture in Mission, this program supports students at Episcopal colleges who are engaged in volunteer service in their campus community and beyond
Blanche Darr

Milton and Sally Avery Scholarship (Graduate)
Awarded to qualified and deserving students in the graduate programs in the arts
Matthew Li, Mira Putnam

Milton and Sally Avery Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Awarded to qualified and deserving students in the undergraduate programs in the arts
Marissa Salett

Bettina Baruch Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding student in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Aleksandar Vitanov

BBL Construction Services Scholarship
A scholarship established through the generosity of the firm of BBL Construction Services and given annually to a deserving student of superior academic achievement
Ursula Wolfe

Andrew Jay Bernstein ’68 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of Andrew Jay Bernstein ’68, awarded annually to psychology majors who demonstrate a deep commitment to the field of psychology
Luis Rondon Trelles

Helen Walter Bernstein ’48 Scholarship
Scholarship established by Helen ’48 and Robert Bernstein to enable a student or students from countries outside the United States to study at Bard, with preference given to deserving students with an interest in the performing or fine arts, or literature
Eva Gretskaya, Yimeng Zhao

Sybil Brenner Bernstein Endowed Scholarship
Given annually to deserving Bard Graduate Center MA students who demonstrate exceptional talent for and love of the decorative arts
Robert Hewis

Heinz and Elizabeth Bertelsmann Scholarship
A scholarship awarded annually to a qualified and deserving student with a serious interest in either politics or environmental studies
Elisa Littin Egana

Bitó Scholarship
Awarded to students from Hungary in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Eszter Pókai

Heinrich Bluecher Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of Heinrich Bluecher, awarded annually for study at Bard to a worthy and qualified first-,second-, or third-year student
Aleksandar Vitanov

Borodin Scholarship in Music and Science
Established by a proud alumnus, an annual scholarship awarded to an outstanding Conservatory student who has also moderated into biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or physics—in a pursuit of music and science as exemplified by the great surgeon, chemist, and composer Alexander Borodin
Monika Dziubelski

John W. Boylan Scholarship in Medicine and Science
A scholarship given to a premedicine or science major who maintains an interest in literature or music
Arnav Shirodkar

Joe Brainard Writing Fellowship
Established in honor of the writer and artist Joe Brainard to fund writing students in the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts
Lara Hidalgo, Drew Zeiba

Kenneth Bush ’36 Memorial Scholarship in Mathematics
A scholarship given annually in memory of distinguished mathematician Kenneth A. Bush ’36 to a junior who has demonstrated excellence in mathematics
Darrion Thornburgh

Harry J. Carman Scholarship
A scholarship established in memory of Dr. Harry J. Carman and awarded to one or more students for general academic excellence
Riley Cerabona

Bonnie Cashin Endowed Fellowship for Study Abroad
Established by the estate of Bonnie Cashin to honor the life and career of the influential fashion designer, this travel fellowship is awarded to Bard Graduate Center students of high promise for the purpose of travel and study abroad in the area of clothing design, textiles, and fashion history
Angela Crenshaw, Kate Sekules

Class of ’65 Scholarship
A scholarship established by the Class of 1965 on the occasion of its 35th reunion, awarded annually to a student who embodies their spirit of leadership and intellectual curiosity
Sydney Williams

Class of 1968 Scholarship
A scholarship established by the Class of 1968 upon the occasion of its 25th reunion and awarded to a student who, in the judgment of the faculty and the dean of the College, best exemplifies the spirit of social activism and community service that distinguished the Class of 1968 during its years at Bard
Sarah Seager

Class of 2010 Scholarship
In memory of James Kirk Bernard ’10, Anna Finkelstein ’10, and Warren Hutcheson ’10, awarded annually to a rising senior who shows a commitment to the social and academic community
Emily Joachim

Judith L. Cohen and Lawrence R. Klein Scholarship
A scholarship in honor of Judith L. Cohen and Lawrence R. Klein given to a deserving student in the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts, with preference given to a sculpture student who demonstrates significant talent
Antonio Darden

Cowles Fellowship
Awarded annually to an outstanding MA student at the Bard Graduate Center
Angela Crenshaw

Margaret Creal Scholarship in Written Arts
An endowed scholarship established in memory of the writer Margaret Creal, awarded annually to a woman undergraduate student in the Program in Written Arts
Catherine Fitzgerald-Kampf

Davis United World College Scholarship
A scholarship established by Shelby M. C. Davis to support graduates of the Davis United World College international schools who demonstrate need and academic excellence
Zahra Anwar, Andrés Block Martínez, Catherine Chen, Ginny Chien, Andreea Copacel, Savanah Doumbia, Nick Franceschi, Omobola Kafidipe, Alessandro Mucin, Maddox O’Rourke, Adri Parada Campos, Vitou Put, Tashi Rai, Eve Ramseyer, Luis Rondon Trelles, Ariha Shahed, Mark Szabo, Gréta Varga

Berta and Harold J. Drescher Scholarship
A scholarship established to honor David E. Schwab II ’52, chairman emeritus of the Board of Trustees, and awarded to a deserving student of high moral and intellectual stature
Mary Mendez

George and Mary Economou Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established in memory of George and Mary Economou, awarded for academic excellence to a student who transferred from Dutchess Community College
Emily Lehan

Dr. Lee MacCormick Edwards Fellowship
Established by the Dr. Lee MacCormick Edwards Foundation and awarded to a Bard Graduate Center student with a preference for recipients focused on 18th- and 19th-century British and European subjects
Lauryn Bolz

Ralph Ellison Scholarship
A scholarship given annually, without regard to racial, ethnic, or other personal background or characteristics, to a deserving student or students who, in the judgment of the faculty and administration, have contributed significantly to the Bard College community’s understanding of difference and its efforts to end discrimination
Meherin Hossain

Fred L. Emerson Foundation Scholarship
An endowed scholarship providing annual support to qualified and deserving students
Rae Millet, Emily Quinn, Sal Wildrick

Nesuhi Ertegun Scholarships in Music
Scholarships established in memory of Nesuhi Ertegun, who made a great contribution to American music and to jazz in particular, and awarded annually to qualified and deserving students with a serious interest in music, especially jazz and Black American music
Hazel Cash, Andy Santella, Ivan Tamayo

Elsie and Otto Faerber Scholarship
A scholarship awarded in the name of Otto Faerber ’27, upon the nomination of the dean of students, to an individual with determination, a passion for exploration, and a willingness to perform community public service
Henry Mielarczyk

Film/Video Diversity Fellowship
A fellowship established by an anonymous donor to benefit talented and deserving students of diversity who are studying film/video in the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts
Alima Jennings

Film/Video Fellowship
A fellowship established by an anonymous donor to benefit talented and deserving students who are studying film/video in the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts
Cherry Nin

Finisdore Family Scholarship
A scholarship established by Marcia Finisdore, mother of Elizabeth Ann Finisdore Rejonis ’89, to provide financial assistance to talented and deserving students
Alex Brooks, Eliza Karpiak

Louisa E. Fish ’59 Bronx Scholarship
Awarded with preference to “a girl from the Bronx,” as she was. Louisa graduated from the Bronx High School of Science and Bard College with the help of scholarships, and was a pioneer in the field of market research for more than three decades.
Tirzah Thomas

Richard B. Fisher Fellowship
A fellowship given annually in memory of trustee Richard B. Fisher to a student of writing in the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts
Camonghne Felix, Nora Treatbaby

Seth Goldfine Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship given annually in memory of Seth Goldfine, who founded the Rugby Club at Bard, recognizing a student who displays outstanding leadership in academic work and athletics for the benefit of the entire Bard community
Gaius Forsyth

Eric Warren Goldman ’98 Scholarship
Awarded annually to qualified and deserving students in the undergraduate program at Bard, preferably in economics or another field of social studies
Hawra Moochhala

Philip H. Gordon Family Moral Leadership Scholarship
A scholarship awarded annually to students who have demonstrated moral leadership by actively opposing prejudice, discrimination, and violence
Maddox O’Rourke

Richard D. and Nancy M. Griffiths Scholarship
A scholarship established by longtime Director of Buildings and Grounds Dick Griffiths and his wife, Nancy, for a talented and deserving student who has shown a deep appreciation for the Bard campus and an interest in environmental matters
Lilly Ogden

Professor Jacob Grossberg Studio Arts Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of Professor Jacob Grossberg, established by his wife, Diane S. Williams ’66, and given to a deserving and promising student who has moderated into the Studio Arts Program
Aleda Rosenblum Katz

Joseph J. Hartog Scholar for Independent Study in Europe
A scholarship awarded to a student in the Graduate School of the Arts demonstrating significant talent, to enable independent study in Europe and maintain a dialogue with a European artist in his or her field
Anthony Alemendárez, Lauren Tosswill

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship
An endowed scholarship awarded to qualified student(s) of the College
Kelany De La Cruz, Erika Jeanty

Al Held Archive Fellowship
A fellowship for the creation and presentation of a site-responsive artwork or performance inspired by Al Held’s archive, life, and practice at the artist’s former home in Boiceville, New York
Eli Neuman-Hammond

Al Held Scholarship
A scholarship honoring the legacy of the American artist and renowned abstract painter Al Held, awarded to a rising third-year student in any discipline
Francesse Dolbrice

Warren Mills Hutcheson Endowed Scholarship in Religion
Established by his family in his memory and awarded annually to students moderating in religion who best exemplify Warren’s deep inquisitiveness, aptitude for the analysis of primary sources, and inspired, original thought
Annabel Axtell

Walter B. James Fund / New York Community Trust Scholarship
A scholarship given annually to a qualified and deserving student
Ana Aparicio

Clinton R. and Harriette M. Jones Scholarship
Established in 1958 by the Reverend Canon Clinton R. Jones ’38 in memory of his father and mother, a scholarship awarded annually to a qualified and deserving student of the College
Rosalind Werner Winslow

Stephen and Belinda Kaye Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding piano student in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Ana Aparicio

Paul J. Kellner Scholarships
Scholarships awarded to students to enable them to attend Bard under the Excellence and Equal Cost (EEC) scholarship program
Sage Saccomanno, Koryn Young

Stanley Landsman Fellowship
Established by the family and friends of Stanley Landsman, provides for a limited number of partial fellowships for students who are candidates for the master of fine arts degree from the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts
June Canedo de Souza, Frances Seidl Chodosh, Allie Taylor

Stanley Landsman Scholarship
The Stanley Landsman Fund, established by the family and friends of Stanley Landsman, provides for two undergraduate scholarships to be awarded annually, on recommendation of the faculty, to a junior and a senior majoring in the visual arts
Aru Ibanez, Liv Peters

Eugene M. Lang Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established by the Eugene M. Lang Foundation, to support students of promise
Ellen Herlihy

Lenore Latimer Scholarship
In honor of Lenore Latimer, professor of dance and choreography at Bard College for 33 years, who was told at the age of seven she didn’t have the body for dance. Undaunted, she learned from and danced with a veritable who’s who of modern dance—a lifetime in the pursuit of the expressive beauty and power of the human body.
Awarded to a moderated student in any division who best reflects the spirit of Lenore’s dedication and determination in pursuit of a life passion.
Justine Denamiel

Clair Leonard Scholarship
A scholarship established by the friends of Clair Leonard, professor of music at Bard from 1947 to 1963, in his name and memory, for excellence in the field of music
Ethan Wood

Murray Liebowitz Eastern European Scholarship
A scholarship established by Murray Liebowitz, late Bard College trustee and former overseer of Bard College at Simon’s Rock: The Early College, for Eastern European immigrants or the children of these immigrants
Zuka Kherodinashvili

Y. S. Liu Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding student from Asia in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Lap Yin Lee

Mark Loftin Scholarship
A scholarship established by the estate of Mark Loftin, a dedicated employee of the College for over 15 years, awarded to talented and deserving students from the United States who show outstanding academic promise
Andrew Altrock, Miya Tanizaki

Arthur F. Martin Jr. ’56 Scholarship
A scholarship established in memory of Arthur F. Martin Jr. ’56 and awarded annually by his former classmates, friends, and teachers to a qualified and deserving student in the Division of Science, Mathematics, and Computing, with preference given to a student intending to enter medical school
Luka Jijieshvili

George Martin / Hans Thatcher Clarke Scholarship
Awarded to an outstanding cellist in the Bard College Conservatory of Music who combines a love of music with concern for social justice
Elizabeth Liotta

Robert L. Martin Scholarship
Awarded to a student of exceptional ability in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Arnav Shirodkar

Joe McDermott Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established in memory of Joe McDermott, who was an Irishman in body and soul, a well-grounded man of loyalty, humor, sensitivity, and great spirit; (an extraordinary friend) who brought joy to all who knew him. Awarded annually to a student from the Hudson Valley, with preference to Ulster County, or from Ireland, or of Irish descent.
Enzo Paynter

Marie McWilliams and Francis X. McWilliams ’44 Scholarship
Established by Marie McWilliams and her brother Francis X. McWilliams ’44 in appreciation of the education and learning imparted to him
Zahra Haidari

Katherine Lynne Mester Memorial Scholarship in Humanities
Awarded to students who carry on her spirit of generosity, her kindness, and her genuine love of learning. This scholarship has been established in her memory by her loving husband, Professor Joseph Luzzi, and her parents, Lynne and Fred Mester
Aleksandar Vitanov

Milners “Canadian” Scholarship
A scholarship made possible through the generosity of the Milners Fund and awarded with preference to an undergraduate student studying at a Canadian university, or to a student in Environmental and Urban Studies or the Division of Social Studies
Maggie Thomas

Milners Fund Fellowship in Population Studies
Awarded to a Bard Center for Environmental Policy student who demonstrates outstanding ability and whose work includes a serious commitment to the study of interrelationships among population and demographic shifts, sustainability, and poverty alleviation in the Global South
Griffin Harvey, Carlos Parreira

New Generation Opportunity Scholarship
An endowed scholarship first established through the generosity of Bard parents, who wish to remain anonymous, awarded annually with preference to a first-generation undergraduate student
Shirley Dong

Karen G. Olah ’65 Scholarship
Established by the generosity of a devoted Bard alumna and former President of the Board of Governors, the Karen G. Olah ‘65 Scholarship extends financial aid to women studying economics at Bard with the ambition of pursuing a career in the finance industry
Emily Huang

Paul J. Pacini Music Scholarship
A scholarship established by Paul J. Pacini and given annually to a deserving student majoring in classical music, preferably voice or composition
Manar Hashmi

Charles and June Patrick Scholarship
A scholarship awarded annually to one or more qualified and deserving juniors who have contributed most to the general welfare of the College through participation in the athletic program
A. Z. Almodovar, Mae Redmond

PECO Curatorial Fellowship
A yearlong fellowship allowing a student at the Bard Graduate Center to work closely with gallery staff on all aspects of preparations for upcoming exhibitions
Lucy Haskell

Photography Scholarship
An endowed scholarship to benefit a talented and deserving photography student
David Gorospe

Mark Purlia ’71 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship given by the parents of Mark Purlia ’71, in his name and memory, and awarded annually to a student who, in the judgment of the Division of Languages and Literature, best fulfills conditions of ability and character
Sam Crocker

Quarter Century Scholarship Award
To support a Bard Graduate Center student or students pursuing a Masters or Doctorate level at Bard Graduate Center who come from groups historically under-represented in this field and/or have a demonstrated interest in researching subjects or cultures currently under-represented in this field
Janelle Williams

Stanley ’65 and Elaine Reichel Science Scholarship
A scholarship awarded to an outstanding and deserving student to complete his or her education in the sciences at Bard. The scholarship is an offshoot of the Stanley and Elaine Reichel Fund for the Future of Science at Bard, which was created in 1989 by Stanley Reichel ’65 and Elaine Reichel to recognize the excellence of Bard’s Division of Science, Mathematics, and Computing.
Andrés Block Martínez

Ilene Resnick ’87 and Daniel Weiss ’87 Scholarships
A scholarship established by alumni/ae Ilene Resnick ’87 and Daniel Weiss ’87 to enable talented and deserving students to attend Bard College
Chloe Brill, Joanna Jones, Fuadur Omi

Lynda and Stewart Resnick Scholarship
A scholarship established by the parents of Ilene Resnick ’87 and given annually to a deserving student from either California or Pennsylvania who demonstrates exceptional academic promise
Equi Hunter

Betsy Richards ’91 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship given by the parents and friends of Betsy Richards ’91, in her name and memory, and awarded annually to a student who is a music major and demonstrates a strong interest in the liberal arts
Mara Zaki

David and Rosalie Rose Scholarship
A scholarship awarded by the president of the College, upon the recommendation of the faculty, for academic excellence and commitment to high ideals in scholarship in the field of economics
Vitou Put

William F. Rueger ’40 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship named for William F. Rueger ’40, a devoted alumnus who served Bard College as chairman of the Board of Trustees and as a life trustee, and awarded to a student of the classics who demonstrates excellence in Greek or Latin
Sam Ogden

Joan A. Schaffer ’75 Scholarship
A scholarship established through the generosity of a Bard College alumna in recognition of her 50th class reunion, and awarded annually to a deserving student first in their family to attend college
A. Z. Almodovar

Seraphic Doctor Scholarship
Established by Johanna Shafer ’67 and Michael Shafer ’66 and awarded annually to a student who shows a commitment to faith in God and to simplicity of lifestyle as exemplified by Saint Francis
Leo Cronan

Peter Jay Sharp Foundation Endowed Scholarship
Awarded annually to an outstanding doctoral candidate at the Bard Graduate Center
Leonie Treier

Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Scholarship
Established in 2001, a scholarship awarded to a deserving student who demonstrates academic excellence
Kris Tulloch

Siebens Lindholm Scholarship
An endowed scholarship first established through the generosity of dedicated alumna and Director of Admission Mackie Siebens ’12 and her husband, Director of Athletics David Lindholm, to support deserving students
Jonathan Asiedu

Cooky Heiferman Signet ’56 Scholarship
A scholarship given by the parents of Esther Heiferman Signet ’56, in her name and memory, and awarded annually to a qualified and deserving student in the field of social studies
Tirzah Thomas

Marilyn M. Simpson Endowed Scholarship
Awarded annually to an outstanding doctoral candidate at the Bard Graduate Center
David Gassett

Stephen P. Snyder ’62 Scholarship
Awarded to students in the Division of Social Studies who have not only shown excellence in academics but have also made a significant contribution to the life of the College and its community
Maggie Thomas

Spadaccia Family Scholarship in Literature
An endowed scholarship established by the Spadaccia family and awarded to an outstanding Upper College student who has moderated in literature
Lola Hockenberry

Dr. Ingrid A. Spatt ’69 Memorial Flute Scholarship
A scholarship established in loving memory of Ingrid A. Spatt ’69 awarded annually to a deserving Conservatory student with a passion for flute
Eliza Karpiak

C.V. Starr Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established to provide support for Bard students from abroad who demonstrate both need and academic excellence
Semuel Lala, Ekaterina Parashchenkova, Keta Tavartkiladze

Mary and Richard Sugatt Scholarship
A scholarship for students who have distinguished themselves in both the academic life of the College and the leadership of the student body
Jenn Woo

Lenore G. Tawney Scholarship
A scholarship given annually in honor of an outstanding Bard Graduate Center student in textile history
Elena Kanagy-Loux

I. Brewster Terry III ’38 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship established and endowed in 1987 by the classmates, friends, and family of I. Brewster Terry III ’38, in his
name and memory, and awarded to students in the Upper College whose commitment to liberal learning manifests itself in distinguished work in both the classroom and the College community
Zizi Zhong

Thomas Thompson Trust Scholarship
An endowed scholarship established to provide support for students performing community service in Rhinebeck, New York
Reed Campbell, Gavin Hersey

William E. Thorne Scholarship
A scholarship named for its donor and awarded with preference to a student who intends to enter the ministry
Rae Lipkind, Pallu Tenney

Joan Tower Composition Scholarship
A merit scholarship, funded by a group of generous donors in honor of faculty member Joan Tower’s 75th birthday and
given to a composition student in the Bard College Conservatory of Music
Artemy Mukhin

Beth M. Uffner Scholarship in the Arts
Awarded to a student who has shown perseverance in facing the challenges of pursuing a college education and who displays a serious interest in the arts
Zahra Haidari

Alan M. Wallack ’65 and Robin Liebmann Wallack ’67 Scholarship
A scholarship made possible through the generosity of Alan M. Wallack ‘65 and Robin Liebmann Wallack ‘67 for two qualified and deserving students to study at Bard
Chloe Clark, Holly Moore

Hayden E. Walling ’39 Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship established by Bartlett Chappell ’37 as a memorial to the kindness and generosity of Hayden E. Walling ’39, who provided similar assistance during his time at Bard
Melonie Bisset

Patricia Ross Weis Scholarship
Created in honor of longtime trustee Patricia Ross Weis and awarded annually to talented students who have excelled in Moderation in the social sciences and who uphold Bard’s values by ensuring a strong community
Laurel Cline, Maddox O’Rourke

Hilton Weiss Scholarship
A scholarship named in honor of a distinguished teacher, mentor, and friend. Given by Daniel Fulham O’Neill ’79 and awarded to a moderated student in chemistry.
Sasha Fraser

Jonathon Weiss ’89 Scholarship in Drama Performance
A scholarship given by the parents of Jonathon Weiss ’89, in his name and memory, and awarded annually to students matriculated in the Theater and Performance Program who show promise for a career in acting, directing, set design, or similar fields
Riley Cerabona, Megan Lacy

Windgate Fellowship in Craft
Through a generous grant from the Windgate Charitable Foundation, awarded to an outstanding MA student studying the history of American craft at the Bard Graduate Center
R. J. Maupin

Werner Wolff Scholarship
A scholarship given annually in memory of Dr. Werner Wolff, professor of psychology at Bard from 1942 to 1957, by his former students and awarded to a deserving student for excellence in the field of psychology or anthropology
Blanche Darr

Jane Fromm Yacenda Scholarship in the Arts
A scholarship given annually to a deserving student or students of painting whose work combines innovation with a love of craft
Parlin Shields

Alumni/ae Scholar Spotlight

Sonita Alizada ’23

Former recipient of the Philip H. Gordon Family Moral Leadership Scholarship

Sonita Alizada is internationally recognized as a rapper and human rights advocate. She has spoken and performed at United Nations events, urging an end to child marriage and standing up for the rights of women and girls, especially in her home country. At Bard, Alizada graduated with a degree in human rights and music and was an active participant in civic engagement efforts in and around the campus community. Alizada will continue her work by pursuing graduate study in public policy at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar.

Photograph by Johnny Sundby

Alumni/ae Graduate Scholar Spotlight

Marty Two Bulls Jr. MFA ’24

Judith L. Cohen and Lawrence R. Klein Scholarship
Marty Two Bulls Jr. is an artist and educator based in Rapid City, South Dakota, where he is currently a board member of the Rapid City Arts Council. Marty is an enrolled member of the Oglala Lakota Tribe. He comes from a family of diverse artists. His father, Marty Two Bulls Sr., is an accomplished artist and was his first art instructor. Marty grew up in his father’s studio, where he learned the fundamentals of sculpture, illustration, graphic design, and, most importantly, how to make a living as a creative person. Marty has exhibited his artwork nationally and internationally in galleries and museums, with works in several permanent museum collections. Before coming to Bard, he studied printmaking and ceramics at the institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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Scholarships Impact Report

Did You Know?

The first endowed scholarship was established with a bequest of $2,000 in 1870, a bequest from the Rev. John McVickar. McVickar was John Bard’s uncle, and he was instrumental in the establishment of Bard.

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Spotlight on Scholarship Recipients

Nicolas Cadena ’27

Milton and Sally Avery Scholarship (Graduate)

Nicolas is a Colombian-born filmmaker and artist based in New York City. Although he has been studying film since his undergraduate years, it wasn’t until recently that he felt confident enough to create work that embodies a distinctly personal artistic voice.

Nicolas Cadena ’27

Before entering Bard's MFA program, Nicolas worked in documentary filmmaking and non-fiction oral history, serving as a field producer for the National Oral History project "StoryCorps" and living partially on the road from 2018 to 2020. That experience exposed him to a wealth of narratives and perspectives that deeply impacted his approach to filmmaking, helping him to refine his own voice. Nicolas feels his films have since grown out of personal diaries, reflecting both his international perspective and a poetic understanding of his relationship with nature. For Nicolas, cinema is a way of engaging with the world, and Bard College has provided a unique environment to develop a form of filmmaking that stretches beyond the boundaries of conventional cinema.
Blanche Darr ’25

Class of ’65 Scholarship

Blanche is a fourth-year student pursuing a five-year double degree in violin performance and anthropology. On campus, she is a peer counselor, a trustee leader scholar (TLS), and project leader of the Musical Mentorship Initiative, a project that provides free music education to needy children.
Nora Graf ’28

George Martin/Hans Thatcher Clarke Scholarship

Nora had a unique path in education before coming to Bard. She went to a school in Hungary that specialized in music and arts education, and her primary instrument was the piano at the time. Bard was the first institution that she felt supported her in pursuing two very different interests at the same time. She has always been passionate about both arts and sciences, which led me to choose percussion and psychology.
Emily Huang ’26

Karen G. Olah ’65 Scholarship

Emily is a first-generation student currently in her junior year pursuing a dual degree in economics and mathematics. She is currently the chair of the Socially Responsible Investment Committee of Bard Student Government. The committee's mission is to leverage power over corporations through shareholder engagement. She is also the head treasurer of the Asian Students Organization, a research intern for Levy Economics Institute, and a peer counselor.
Norwood Keaton ’26

Donald M. Johnson ’56 and Arthur F. Martin Jr. ’56 Reunion Scholarship

Norwood grew up in Queens and is studying biology. He is deeply interested in gut microbial health and the complex intersections between social barriers and access to healthcare. He is particularly drawn to understanding community dynamics and issues that bridge both social and medical realms. Beyond his scientific pursuits, he explores jazz, delves into sociology, strategizes ways to address structural inequalities in our increasingly conservative landscape, and actively engages in volunteer work. His ultimate goal is to become an epidemiologist.
Ethan Malpica-Santiago ’26

Posse Scholar

Ethan is from Puerto Rico. He is a theater and performance major whose current goal in life is to be surrounded by inspiring individuals in and out of the classroom. His favorite thing at Bard is the connections he has made with other students, many of which have been fostered by the theater community and faculty. Fittingly, he is also one of the club heads for the Bard Musical Theater Club.