Bard Athletics and Hannah Arendt Center Held Annual Spring Cleanup
This April, Bard Athletics partnered with the Hannah Arendt Center for their annual spring cleanup, an initiative now in its second year that brought together more than 70 student athletes, coaches, and staff, marking a record-breaking day of service and reinforcing a shared commitment to caring for the campus community. “Seeing the turnout and dedication our student athletes showed in this shared mission reflected how much we care about the community and our commitment to improving the quality for incoming students,” said Mahlia Slaiby ’27, women’s soccer student athlete and president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee at Bard.
Pearllan Cipriano, Bard sports information director, wrote in an article for Clean Earth Challenge that over a span of two hours, volunteers spread across campus, collecting litter and working side-by-side in a unified effort to enhance Bard’s natural beauty. “In just the second year of this student-driven campus cleanup, I’m inspired by the genuine enthusiasm of our students, staff, and faculty,” said head men’s soccer coach and one of the spearhead leaders of the initiative, TJ Kostecky. “Their shared commitment reflects a deep pride in our community and a collective responsibility to care for a truly special place. When people come together with purpose, even small actions create lasting impact.”
Post Date: 05-06-2026
Pearllan Cipriano, Bard sports information director, wrote in an article for Clean Earth Challenge that over a span of two hours, volunteers spread across campus, collecting litter and working side-by-side in a unified effort to enhance Bard’s natural beauty. “In just the second year of this student-driven campus cleanup, I’m inspired by the genuine enthusiasm of our students, staff, and faculty,” said head men’s soccer coach and one of the spearhead leaders of the initiative, TJ Kostecky. “Their shared commitment reflects a deep pride in our community and a collective responsibility to care for a truly special place. When people come together with purpose, even small actions create lasting impact.”
Post Date: 05-06-2026