Weather Update
Due to the storm, Barnard College closed at 4pm Friday, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.
Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information.
The Barnard Library and Archives closed at 4pm Friday and will remain closed on Saturday, Feb. 9. The Library will resume regular hours on Sunday opening at 10am.
Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed. The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open. For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS.
3:12 PM 02/08/2013
“Are you ready for an Academic Culture Shock?”
Monday, March 19, 5:30—7 pm
What’s a tutorial?
My grade rests on ONE exam?
68% is good?
I have to do primary research?
No homework?
There’s a whole month for exams?
Class once a week?
I have to read how many books?
The Office of International Programs will be hosting a discussion with Study Abroad alumnae and Professor Brian O'Keefe on the differences in academic style when studying abroad.
How was your academic experience? How did you manage it and what would you recommend to others? If any of this sounds familiar, come share your advice and stories with students preparing to go abroad!
Come get the answers to all the questions you haven’t thought of yet from people who have been there!
