College News
Gloria Steinem Addresses Graduating ClassIn a speech that tackled sexism, racism, organized religion, and the wisdom of condescending turtles, Gloria Steinem shared what she called "10 pieces of advice" at Friday's commencement dinner for graduates and their families.
Architect Features CAPAThis month's Architect magazine, the journal of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), features Bennington’s Center for the Advancement of Public Action (CAPA), designed by the award-winning architectural team of Tod Williams and Billie Tsien. CAPA, a $20-million complex of three buildings clad in reclaimed Vermont marble, was completed in the summer of 2011. Read more.
The Dollars And Cents of College DegreesPresident Silver spoke with NHPR's The Exchange about the value of integrating work experience into academics.
Upcoming Conference Focuses on Reforming Mass IncarcerationAs part of its Incarceration in America Initiative, Bennington College will host a conference, Effecting Change, on May 15-16, 2015. The conference will focus on innovative and effective programs that contribute to reform of the current incarceration and criminal justice system in this country. The conference will take place at the College’s Center for the Advancement of Public Action (CAPA).