Bard Is Proof “Innovation and Differentiation Can Buoy Small Colleges,” Writes Stephanie Mehta for Fast Company

Alongside the many events that take place during Accepted Students Day, President Leon Botstein answers the questions of prospective students and their families. “During the Q&A session, a parent asked Botstein what he wanted the Bard ‘brand’ to be,” writes Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures, for Fast Company. President Botstein replied: “What Bard stands for, which is another way of answering your question, is a real belief that learning and studying is not only enjoyable but that it will influence the way you conduct your life.” Mehta forwards Bard as uniquely positioned to differentiate itself, and thus thrive, in the current economic and educational climate. “Bard doesn’t mirror the structure of a traditional college or university, resulting in a more interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning,” she writes.

Post Date: 04-25-2023