College News
Bennington College is pleased to announce Shay Totten ’91 as its new Director of Alumni and Constituent Engagement. Shay Totten starts at the College on Monday, September 9, and reports to Vice President for Institutional Advancement Allison Gomes.
Bennington College is delighted to announce Allison Gomes has stepped into the role of Vice President for Institutional Advancement. Gomes joined Bennington as Associate Vice President for Development in June 2023 and served as Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement for a time before taking the role. Gomes is a member of the President’s Cabinet and reports to President Laura Walker.
Bennington College welcomed a robust and diverse class of 222 new first-year and transfer students this fall.
After the University of the Arts in Philadelphia closed, Bennington College announced the school’s dance program will be revived as the College absorbs the dance school, three staff members and nearly 50 students.
Seven-week program features high-profile speakers to inspire Gen Z engagement in crucial election year.