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

Mission & Goals

Residential Life and Housing provides opportunities for students that complement Barnard's mission of intellectual risk taking, discovery, and personal development. The department's programs and services enhance the personal growth and social development of the community and of each community member. We seek to meet the ever-changing needs of our diverse community in a compassionate, friendly, and efficient manner.

Residential Life & Housing is committed to...

  • Students – supporting the academic success of our students through community and personal development.
  • Communication – being open, thorough, and timely with information to the Barnard community.
  • Quality Service – providing all members of the Barnard community with friendly, helpful, and professional service.
  • Mutual Respect – honoring individual perspectives by listening, acknowledging, and responding to all members of the Barnard community.
  • Education About and Awareness of Social Justice Issues – creating a safe and inclusive living/learning environment for all members of the Barnard community.
  • Integrity – upholding ethical practices/standards and maintaining accountability – providing service in an honest, ethical, and accountable manner.
  • Teamwork – functioning as a department team in a cohesive and supportive manner, while establishing strong collaborative relationships with other campus offices.