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On October 25, 37 BEAM alumni/ae and their families visited Bard High School Early College Queens for a tour and admission exam. The Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) is an intensive program for New York City middle school students with an aptitude in math who wouldn't otherwise have access to advanced courses. They come to Bard and other colleges for three weeks every summer, followed by a robust mentoring program that helps them apply to high schools and colleges. Bard students and alumni/ae serve as faculty, BEAM students often continue on to the Bard High School Early Colleges, and this year a BEAM graduate came to Bard as a member of the class of 2020.

Professor Eshel discusses his research on the outsize environmental impact of beef consumption with actor and environmentalist Leonardo DiCaprio in the documentary Before the Flood.

Bard faculty and undergraduates bring a hands-on approach to math enrichment when working with local students and teachers.