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Barnard’s independent counsel ‘did not uncover any evidence’ of a relationship between College affiliates and Jeffrey Epstein
Barnard reported no “wrongdoing or activities at odds with Barnard’s mission and values” for any current affiliates mentioned in the Epstein files, including notable donors and trustees from the LeFrak, Blankfein, and Milstein families.
Jaya Shankar, Karissa Song, and Kimberly Wing
Feb 27


Barnard’s ‘Responsible AI and the Liberal Arts’ symposium
A day of discussion and presentations about the use of AI in the liberal arts.
Anika Bahirwani
Feb 27


Hundreds gather to protest detention of Columbia student Elmina Aghayeva (GS ’26) by federal agents
Aghayeva was detained by agents from the Department of Homeland Security in her Columbia residence hall.
Riya Mahanta, Jaya Shankar, and Vanessa Zhou
Feb 27


‘Barnard is basically brushing us aside’: Alumni cancel donations to the College, citing lack of transparency from administrators
Several alumni who ended their financial support to Barnard expressed frustrations about a lack of communication regarding the College’s handling of protests and antisemitism on campus.
Karissa Song and Kimberly Wing
Feb 19


‘A year of stabilization and renewed momentum’: Barnard releases its record for fiscal year 2025
The College reported a significant reduction to budget deficit, as well as significant financial growth due to operational changes and major assets and investments.
Anika Bahirwani
Feb 14


Over 70 faculty members sign open letter demanding the College address Francine LeFrak’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein
The letter called on Barnard College to investigate and address trustee and prominent donor Francine LeFrak’s connection to the convicted sex offender.
Jazmine Cardenas
Feb 11


12 arrested as protesters rally against ICE in front of Columbia University
Amid a nationwide increase in ICE activity, the NYPD arrested protesters calling for the University to “end its complicity with ICE” on Thursday.
Karissa Song
Feb 8


Epstein files mention Francine LeFrak, names of Barnard trustees’ families and alumni
The Barnard Bulletin found that the Department of Justice’s Epstein Library contains multiple mentions of prominent Barnard College affiliates, including the LeFrak and Blankfein families.
Ava Glicksberg, Jaya Shankar, Karissa Song, and Kimberly Wing
Feb 1


616 break-in leaves residents concerned about safety, dorm security
Barnard employees who were on duty at the time have been placed on leave.
Anika Bahirwani, Jahnavi Bolleddula, and Jaya Shankar
Jan 25


President Rosenbury announces pilot for revised Student Code of Conduct
How the new Student Code of Conduct pilot for Barnard shifts disciplinary power and student involvement.
Anika Bahirwani and Riya Mahanta
Jan 13


Food, community, Thanksgiving: Barnard celebrates annual Friendsgiving dinner
Access Barnard and the Student Government Association organized their annual Friendsgiving tradition, bringing together students on campus for the holidays.
Jazmine Cardenas
Jan 13


President Rosenbury announces Dean Grinage’s resignation, effective January 5
Dean Grinage’s resignation comes after her sabbatical during the Fall 2025 semester, along with controversial administrative decisions since Columbia’s 2024 “Gaza Solidarity Encampment.”
Karissa Song and Kimberly Wing
Dec 24, 2025
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