Joanita and Ziona Young, are a mother and daughter who attended Bard Microcollege Holyoke at the same time. They spoke at our 2023 Fundraising Party about studying together and finding themselves. Read Ziona's speech here I’m Joanita Young, a homeschooling, divorced mom of seven children ages seven to 23. I enjoy going to museums and art galleries. I love to sew and make soap and anything to … [Read more...] about Joanita on Studying Alongside her Daughter
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The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation donates $500,000 to endowment!
We are so thrilled to report that The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation has generously donated $500,000 to our Moving Women Forward endowment campaign! This substantial gift will transform the lives of low-income women and their families by sustaining Bard Microcollege Holyoke. Paul Besito, Executive Director of The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation, expressed his … [Read more...] about The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation donates $500,000 to endowment!
Jacqueline Velez and the Call from Oprah
Good evening everyone! My name is Jacqueline Velez. I am the proud mom of a 27 year old daughter who will soon be heading off to college and a 10 year old boy who loves Basketball. Who knows? You may be looking at the mom of the next Shaquille O’Neal. I am also a proud graduate of Bard Microcollege Holyoke. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, dropped out of school in the ninth grade and had my … [Read more...] about Jacqueline Velez and the Call from Oprah
Anne Teschner Announces Transition
Dear Friends, Colleagues and Supporters, I am writing to let you know that I will be stepping down next spring from my role as executive director. It has been a fabulous and satisfying 25 years and I am confident that the next leader will bring The Care Center to new heights. It has been such an honor to be part of the lives and evolution of so many talented students. Witnessing women move … [Read more...] about Anne Teschner Announces Transition
