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The BardWorks 2027 Annandale x NYC Conference
Application is Live!
BardWorks is a collaborative effort between the Career Development Office (CDO), Office of Development and Alumni/ae Affairs (ODAA), Center for Civic Engagement (CCE), and the Dean of Students Office (DOSO) to support Bard students with career exploration and preparation for life after graduation.
Through thoughtful reflection, guidance from professional speakers and field experts, and hands-on workshops led by Career Development staff, BardWorks combines career exploration with the development of career readiness skills, helping students connect their liberal arts education to potential paths post-grad.
Through thoughtful reflection, guidance from professional speakers and field experts, and hands-on workshops led by Career Development staff, BardWorks combines career exploration with the development of career readiness skills, helping students connect their liberal arts education to potential paths post-grad.
Upcoming Events
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11/18WednesdayStevenson Library
Resume Ready Lab @ The Library
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Stevenson Library
Whether you're looking to polish an existing resume or create one from scratch, we will provide personalized feedback, helpful tips, and firsthand guidance. Bring your laptop and let's get started!
Snacks & Light Beverages!
Need support finding an opportunity? Prefer to schedule a 1:1 advising appointment? Email [email protected]
Contact: Career Developement
Phone: 845-758-7539
E-mail: [email protected]
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11/18WednesdayStevenson Library
Resume Ready Lab @ The Library
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Stevenson Library
Whether you're looking to polish an existing resume or create one from scratch, we will provide personalized feedback, helpful tips, and firsthand guidance. Bring your laptop and let's get started! Snacks + Light Beverages!
Need support finding an opportunity or prefer to schedule a 1:1 appointment? Email [email protected]
Contact: Career Developement
Phone: 845-758-7539
E-mail: [email protected]
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12/03ThursdayReem-Kayden Center Room 102
The CARS Sessions
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Reem-Kayden Center Room 102
In this session we will work through Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS) passages in preparation for the MCAT.
Explore the CDO
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The CDO offers personalized, one-on-one advising for Bard students and alumni/ae. Together, we work towards identifying your skills, interests, and goals to build out a career strategy aligned with your path. -
CDO Events + WorkshopsWe host 50+ events each year to support students in exploring potential career paths, developing professional skills, and providing opportunities to engage with alumni/ae and employers. -
Connect with 2,000+ Bard Alumni/ae through the Bard Community Network, powered by PeopleGrove. Explore career paths, find mentorship, and receive real advice from Bardians working in your field of interest. -
This site serves as our primary online job board. It's also a one-stop shop for our digital resources, upcoming events, and scheduling appointments. Students can access their Handshake account by logging in with their @bard.edu email address. -
BardWorks is a curated professional development conference connecting students with alumni/ae and industry professionals through workshops, panels, and networking events, fostering career readiness and confidence for life after Bard. -
CDO is a resource for general graduate school information. Students are also encouraged to work with faculty and academic advisers for program-specific graduate school advising.
