College News

Shay Totten '91 Bennington College Hires Shay Totten ’91 as New Director of Alumni and Constituent Engagement

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.

Allison Gomes Bennington College Institutional Advancement Welcomes Allison Gomes as Vice President

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.

Class of 2028 on Commons Lawn Bennington College Welcomes the Class of 2028

Bennington College welcomed a robust and diverse class of 222 new first-year and transfer students this fall.

Image of Donna Faye and Laura Walker The New York Times Highlights Bennington College's Revival of UArts Dance Program

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.

SCT Capa image Bennington College Launches "Saving Democracy Together" Class Amid Global Democratic Crisis

Seven-week program features high-profile speakers to inspire Gen Z engagement in crucial election year.