It’s hard to believe that nearly 15 years have passed since our Barnard graduation! As I sit in my office and contemplate the time that has gone by, I realize that my Barnard education was the singular, most formative experience in my life so far. Now, I’ve done some pretty amazing things since college — I’m a pediatric dentist in manhattan with a new practice of my own, I have a wonderful group of friends and family, and I found a wonderful man who fully embraces the Barnard woman he married. My years as a student were not always easy — I lost my mother during my junior year, and I credit the amazing, full college experience for helping to make me the woman I’ve become. At that time in my life, I learned to become self-reliant and independent, but also to take help when I really needed it. I can look back and say that Barnard in the most amazing way, allowed me to become the content, successful person I am today.

Recently, I found myself passing by campus in my car and I couldn’t help by double-park outside of the Barnard gates and take a quick walk inside. The campus exterior is changing, but the heart and soul remains the same. I feel so fortunate to be a part of the Alumnae community and I am really looking forward to reunion. I hope you are too!