Alumni News

Alison (Young Eun) Cho ’14 Alison (Young Eun) Cho ’14 Named Associate Director of International Students and Scholar Advising

Alison (Young Eun) Cho ’14 was named Associate Director of International Students and Scholar Advising at Bennington College at the start of the fall term. This is a new full-time position 100 percent dedicated to international students’ needs. The role involves handling logistical, social, and emotional support for those studying far from home.

Image of Alan Arkin Bennington College Celebrates the Life of Alan Arkin '55

Bennington College celebrates the extraordinary life of actor and friend of Bennington College Alan Arkin ’55. Arkin’s family announced his passing on Friday. 

Image of Bennington Commons A Bennington Museum Mentor at Work: Meagan Mattingly ’00 and the Dia Art Foundation

From her role at the Dia Art Foundation, Meagan Mattingly ’00 combines her interests in the arts, education, and public engagement.

Image of Claire Burkert Bennington Stories: Claire Burkert '80

Claire Burkert ’80 left a more traditional college experience to attend Bennington as a junior. The choice has led her to a creatively inspired life helping artists and artisans around the world empower and support themselves.

Image of woman playing cello Bennington Stories: Martha Siegel ’72

The supportive and inspiring start Martha Siegel ’72 received at Bennington has propelled her through a long and satisfying career as a cellist and teacher.