Faculty News

Image of Jason Zimba Zimba Helps Define K-12 Math Standards

Faculty member Jason Zimba is one of three co-authors of the recently unveiled "Common Core State Standards for Mathematics," part of a major educational initiative to develop consistent K-12 academic standards across America.

Image of Dina Janis Janis Brings New Life to Dorset Theatre Festival

The Boston Globe last week lauded drama faculty member Dina Janis in her new role as artistic director of the Dorset Theatre Festival, a storied, 35-year-old professional summer program in Vermont.

Robert Ransick Ransick’s L.A. Exhibition Frames Social Issues

State of the Union, a visual arts piece created by Bennington faculty member Robert Ransick is currently on view at Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions (LACE) until September 26.

Image of Dana Reitz Reitz and Rudner MFA '99 Revive Necessary Weather

Dance faculty member Dana Reitz and dancer/choreographer Sara Rudner MFA '99 garnered rave reviews for their recent reprisal of their 1994 show Necessary Weather at the Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York.

Guggenheim Fellowship logo Lum Wins Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship

Bennington faculty member Mary Lum has been awarded a 2010 Guggenheim Fellowship to support her ongoing work in the visual arts.