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Earlier this semester, Baruch College awarded the Presidential Excellence Award for distinguished scholarship, service, and teaching at its annual Faculty Convocation. Congrats to the honorees: Lin Peng, David Jones, Jennifer Whiting, and Zachary Calamari. Learn more: shorturl.at/d77zK

Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Linda Essig (right) honored four professors with Presidential Excellence Awards for their exceptional contributions in scholarship, teaching, and service. Award winners are (from left): Jennifer Whiting, David Jones, Lin Peng, and Zachary Calamari.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 06/10/2026

Zicklin EMBA HCA students developed an AI-informed model to predict which diabetes patients are most at risk of readmission within 30 days, helping healthcare practitioners tailor follow-up care. Learn more: shorturl.at/cf26B

EMBA HCA students posing for a group photo. From right to left, they are Amanda Wong, Milagros Ramos, Tanzina Khan, Melissa Florus, and Miguel Rodriguez.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 02/10/2026

The Princeton Review's “Best Value Colleges for 2027” list is here, and Baruch College earned #1 among public colleges in the Northeast for value, career placement, and alumni network. 🏆 Learn more: shorturl.at/hGj09 The City University of New York

Three Baruch College students are sitting on the outdoor steps of the Newman Vertical Campus, smiling and engaging while one holds a tablet device.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 01/10/2026

Baruch College students are tackling real-world challenges facing Citi Bike, using data analytics and IT skills to improve bike availability and fare accessibility for New Yorkers through Baruch's Tech Talent Pipeline Residency (TTPR). Learn more: shorturl.at/1eYQ1

A row of blue Citi Bike bicycles docked at a city bike-sharing station on a sunny day.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 30/09/2026

In recognition of exceptional civic service and contributions to the Kingdom of Spain, Aissata M.B. Camara (BA ’11) has been decorated with the Royal Order of Civil Merit, a high-ranking state honor and knighthood conferred in the name of King Felipe VI. 🇪🇸 The City University of New York

Aissata M.B. Camara at the Order of Civil Merit presentation ceremony.

Close-up of the Order of Civil Merit medal pinned on Camara's dress.

A woman attendee is holding the official award document for Camara's Order of Civil Merit.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 29/09/2026

Through Baruch’s PELTA Initiative, six students explored urgent questions surrounding AI governance, innovation, and society. 🔍 From misinformation to AI’s environmental impact, their research highlights the challenges shaping our future. Learn more: shorturl.at/GFt3X

Baruch College students are listening and taking notes on their laptops as a female professor lectures in a classroom.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 22/09/2026

U.S. News & World Report's “2027 Best Colleges—North” rankings are in, and Baruch College earned #1 in four categories: best public college in New York, best value for in-state students, most innovative public college, and top performer on social mobility. Learn more: ow.ly/Gx3V50ZQcnB

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 18/09/2026

Forbes ranks Baruch College among the nation’s top colleges for return on investment in its “25 Colleges with the Highest Payoff” list. 🏆🎓 Learn more: shorturl.at/2pTKc

A group of Baruch College graduates in caps and gowns, smiling and posing while having fun during a commencement ceremony.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 15/09/2026

Washington Monthly ranks Baruch College #3 among public institutions and #20 overall in the Northeast in its 2026 “Best Colleges for Your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars” list. 🏆 Learn more: shorturl.at/UVmVH The City University of New York

Five Baruch College students are walking and chatting on a sunny day outside at Baruch College's Clivner Field Plaza.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 14/09/2026

Using large language models (LLMs), Baruch students are helping preserve NYC immigrant stories. A team of Zicklin MS students analyzed 22 first-person interviews to uncover cultural patterns across immigrant communities in NYC's Lower East Side. Learn more: shorturl.at/hLtwa

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 11/09/2026

Baruch College joins the nation in honoring and remembering the victims and heroes who were lost in the tragic events of September 11, 2001.

Red, white, and blue floral wreath placed at the 9/11 Memorial reflecting pool, with the 9/11 Memorial Museum in the background.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 10/09/2026

For nearly two decades, Baruch College has been named among The Princeton Review's "The Best 392 Colleges." Baruch ranks #1 among public colleges for career placement, #1 in the Northeast for alumni networks, and #2 for best value. 🏆 Learn more: shorturl.at/quzK6

Exterior photo of Baruch College's Newman Vertical Campus on a bright overcast day.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 08/09/2026

Baruch College has earned recognition as the nation's top public college for value in Niche's 2027 Best Value Colleges in America rankings. 🏆 Baruch College ranked #1 among public institutions for best value and #5 overall. Learn more here: shorturl.at/HVXIW

Exterior building photo of Baruch College's Newman vertical campus on a sunny day with blue skies.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 04/09/2026

Baruch professor, David Gruber, has dedicated years to researching and decoding sounds from sperm whales using specialized technology to document them as they travel through the depths of the ocean. More here: www.projectceti.org Photo 1, 3, 5: Amanda Cotton Photo 2,4: ©️ Project CETI

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 02/09/2026

NYC fashion takes on a fresh look this fall season with "NYC by CUNY," designed by Baruch alumni Milton Gordon and Vera Rilossi, which celebrates New York culture through a collection created by CUNY students and alumni. 📸 Learn more: shorturl.at/5qW7L

Group of six CUNY students posing confidently outdoors on a sunny day with lush green trees and blue sky behind them.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 31/08/2026

TIME ranks Baruch College among America’s Best Colleges for 2026- 27! 🇺🇸🏆 Baruch ranked #2 among NY public colleges and #13 nationally for student outcomes and return on investment. 💼 Learn more: shorturl.at/Rqw7x

Three professionally dressed Baruch College students are walking down Baruch College's Clivner Field Plaza on a sunny day.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 14/08/2026

It's a chef's kiss for Thai food. 🇹🇭 Restaurateur Jennifer Saesue (BBA '08) earned a spot on Crain's New York Business's 40 Under 40 after building a celebrated restaurant group that includes Fish Cheeks, Bangkok Supper Club, and Bubs Bakery. 🍽️ The City University of New York #BaruchCollege

Jennifer Saesue is standing confidently at the entrance of her restaurant business.

Fish Cheeks interior with colorful tiled counter, wooden stools, and woven pendant lights creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 10/08/2026

Entrepreneur My Anh Phan (BBA ’28) is transforming how people discover pop-up activations with Popped Up!, an app that earned $30,000 across three CUNY startup competitions in one semester. 💡 Learn more about her entrepreneurial journey: shorturl.at/9EEp5 @cuny.edu

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 05/08/2026

Karla Cordero (MPA ’23) has been appointed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to New York City’s Panel for Educational Policy, where she will help shape the future of public education for more than 900,000 students. Learn more: shorturl.at/HQl6R The City University of New York NYC Public Schools

Historic New York City Hall building under a bright blue sky.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 28/07/2026

Baruch College is excited to join the new expansion of CUNY Beyond campuses, bridging the divide between academics and career readiness by bringing professional preparation into the classroom and throughout the undergraduate journey.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 22/07/2026

Baruch College is the Northeast's only public five-star college in Money's Best Colleges in America 2026 list. 🏆 Money highlights Baruch's NYC location and strong alumni earnings, with graduates reporting median early-career salaries of nearly $83,000. 💰💼 Learn more: shorturl.at/Gjgec

Cityscape view of Baruch College's Newman Vertical Campus with the Chrysler Building in the background on a clear blue sky day.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 15/07/2026

Lucy McGee (’27) was recognized with the Best Poster award at The City University of New York Celebration of Undergraduate Research for her study of a gene tied to neurological disorders. 🏆 Read more about her research here: shorturl.at/0sHBd

Lucy McGee stands beside her research poster on epilepsy gene function in gut and trachea cells.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 08/07/2026

Marissa Quintana (MBA '25), a mother and entrepreneur, gained the skills to help grow her family-owned business through the Zicklin School of Business Online MBA program. Today, Quintana reports that business is thriving. 🗽💼 Learn more: shorturl.at/yaAM0 The City University of New York

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 06/07/2026

Recent Baruch alumna Tamara Ortiz (BBA '26) has earned a Fulbright Binational Business Award to Mexico, where she'll study at the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México and intern with local or multinational companies. 🇲🇽🤝 Learn more here: shorturl.at/I0Ruc #BaruchCollege #CUNY

Pedestrians walking through a tree-lined courtyard with banners and outdoor seating at the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México campus.

Portrait of Tamara Ortiz wearing a patterned white and black shawl standing on a balcony.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 01/07/2026

Tina Coco (second from the left), manager of Baruch’s Max Berger Pre-Law Program, has been named one of the “50 Best Pre-Law Advisors in the USA” by Juris Education. For nearly 15 years, she has helped thousands of students pursue law school and legal careers. 🏆 more: shorturl.at/EJzm9

Tina Coco sits on a panel of five professionals seated behind a black tablecloth with nameplates and microphones at a conference.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 29/06/2026

Baruch alumna Samantha Shokin (MA ’20) has earned a second Fulbright Award and will travel to Moldova in spring 2027 to research the preservation of Jewish and Yiddish heritage. 📖🤝 Learn more: shorturl.at/3cTpv

Samantha Shokin holding hands and dancing with a group of people on the first night of the Richmond Yiddish Week festival, Jan. 10, at the Gold Lion Community Café in Richmond, Virginia.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 22/06/2026

Congrats to Allyson Poyker (’28), a Provost Honors Scholar majoring in finance with a law and policy minor, for being named a Jeannette K. Watson fellow. Learn more here: newscenter.baruch.cuny.edu/news/bar…

Allyson Poyker wears a black blazer and blue top standing in a large hall with international flags displayed on the wall behind her.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 10/06/2026

In this "Faculty in Focus," Elizabeth Wollman, associate professor of music, shares how musicals' captivating effects have brought them to stages around the world, signifying that they are still an art deeply cherished and applauded by people everywhere. #NYC #FacultyResearch #Broadway #TonyAwards

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Félix Matos Rodríguez @cunychancellor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

What a great day for nearly 5,500 @baruch.cuny.edu graduates! Kudos to President Wu and his team, the faculty and staff for all the support they have given the Class of 2026. It was my privilege to bestow a @cuny.edu honorary degree to Suzanne Shank, CEO at Siebert, Williams and Shank.

A large indoor graduation ceremony at an arena filled with thousands of graduates in caps and gowns, as blue and white confetti rains down from the ceiling.

A graduate wearing a cap and gown stands outside the Barclays Center sign, opening their gown to reveal a Knicks jersey

Four people in academic regalia stand on a stage, holding and displaying a framed certificate. The certificate includes the text “The City University of New York” and “Doctor of Humane Letters,” with flowers arranged at the front of the stage.

A graduate wearing a cap and gown stands outside an arena, holding a young child while posing with a group of family members.

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The City University of New York @cuny.edu · 02/06/2026

Karla Fernandez made meaningful impacts through her involvement with @baruch.cuny.edu's student government, ASEDOM Dominican Student Association, and the SEEK program while shaping her own path. She is graduating with a degree in Business Communication and secured a full-time job offer with CAA!

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 01/06/2026

Congratulations to the Baruch College Class of 2026! 🎉🎓⭐️ 5,496 undergraduate and graduate degrees were conferred today at Baruch's 2026 Commencement Ceremony, with nearly 19,000 in attendance at the Barclays Center. 🎊🎊🎊 Watch the full livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/8yWLwiD...

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 28/05/2026

Baruch Athletics celebrated the 2025–26 season at the 53rd Annual Athletic Awards Banquet. 🏆 Congratulations to Athletes of the Year Paz Moran and Peter Gavroff, and Newcomers of the Year Alicia Graves and Alexander Boyarsky. 👏 Learn more: shorturl.at/4gK9v

Group photo of Baruch men's student-athletes holding a trophy

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 26/05/2026

Baruch College welcomes Steve Ells, former founder and chairman of Chipotle Mexican Grill, inc, as Baruch's 2026 Commencement keynote speaker on Mon, June 1, at Barclays Center! 🎤✨ Learn more here: shorturl.at/kzd6u The City University of New York

Portrait of Steve Ells standing against a white background, smiling.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 20/05/2026

What began as a small celebration has grown into The City University of New York's first system-wide Mexican-American graduation ceremony. 🇲🇽 Led by Baruch’s Dr. Lizbeth De La Cruz Santana, nearly 200 graduates were honored at Lehman College . Learn more: shorturl.at/CvwDQ

A group of graduates in caps and gowns poses on stage with GRAMMY-winning Mexican singer and songwriter Peso Pluma during the CUNY Mexican-American graduation ceremony, before a large audience.

A large crowd of graduates in purple caps and gowns is celebrating, raising their hands and holding smartphones in a packed auditorium.

Portrait of Baruch College Assistant Professor Dr. Lizbeth De La Cruz Santana standing in front of a mural featuring diverse figures and a heart symbol on a white wall.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 18/05/2026

Baruch College proudly announces our 2026 Valedictorian, Farah Haq (right), and Salutatorian, Kylie Jones (left)! 🎉 From leadership roles to legal internships and campus impact, both graduates are leaving a lasting mark on the Baruch community. 🏆✨ Learn more: shorturl.at/tTESS

Valedictorian Farah Haq (right) and Salutatorian Kylie Jones, wearing black caps and gowns, stand side by side against a glass block wall, posing and smiling.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 15/05/2026

Baruch's Weissman School student, Alvi Khan, was named a 2026 Jonas E. Salk Scholar, one of CUNY’s top honors for students pursuing careers in medicine and biomedical research. Recognized for his Alzheimer’s disease research, Khan will attend the Pennsylvania State College of Medicine this fall.

Student Alvi Khan posing with his two awards and standing with four other people.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 14/05/2026

Baruch College and Bronx Community College (BCC) proudly launched the BCC-Baruch Business Academy. 🎊 The Academy provides eligible BCC business students with admission to Baruch’s Zicklin School of Business, plus advising, mentoring, and career support. Learn more: shorturl.at/EwREm

Baruch President S. David Wu and BCC President Larry Johnson, Jr., shaking hands in front of a Bronx Community College and CUNY backdrop.

Baruch President S. David Wu and BCC President Larry Johnson, Jr., at a table, signing documents with five senior college leaders behind them against a Bronx Community College backdrop.

Group photo of Baruch College President S. David Wu and Bronx Community College President Larry Johnson, Jr., with students and administrators from both schools in front of a Bronx Community backdrop.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 13/05/2026

There's more to money than math.💭💸 At Baruch College, more than 300 students have taken Financial Psychology, a course that explores how emotions, stress, family dynamics, and life experiences influence financial decision-making. Learn more here: shorturl.at/vd4Qv

Clemente Diaz is standing behind a wooden podium with a computer and a speaker in a conference room.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 05/05/2026

From subway cars to social media, poetry is everywhere. In our latest "Faculty in Focus" feature, assistant professor Sally Wen Mao explores how poetry remains a powerful form of expression in our everyday lives. Video credit: NYPL (Footage of Sally Wen Mao at Stephen A. Schwarzman Building)

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 04/05/2026

Commencement season is here, Bearcats. Baruch College’s 2026 ceremony is set for Monday, June 1, at 9:00 a.m. at Barclays Center. Stay tuned for updates, grad highlights, and everything you need to know as the big day gets closer! 🎓✨

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 29/04/2026

What motivates people to give? Professor George E. Mitchell finds generosity isn’t one-size-fits-all. His study identifies five donor profiles, helping organizations better connect with supporters and boost fundraising. 🔍 Read more: shorturl.at/PofIc #BaruchCollege #Philanthropy

Two hands in black suit sleeves exchanging a stack of cash on a blue background.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 27/04/2026

From The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times to Baruch. 📰➡️🎓 Dr. Carla Anne Robbins now leads the MIA program at Baruch's Marxe School of Public & International Affairs, bringing real-world reporting into discussions on global policy. Learn more here: bit.ly/48Wki6P

Portrait of Dr. Carla Anne Robbins wearing a dark blazer and light beige scarf against a dark blue background.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 22/04/2026

Baruch College celebrates Earth Day with a reminder that even in the bustle of NYC, nature finds a way. 🌎💚 This spring, we joined fellow spectators to watch the American woodcock in Bryant Park. The small bird made a surprise stop in NYC during its annual northward migration. #EarthDay #NYC

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 15/04/2026

Baruch’s Weissman School welcomes Roger Bolton as the inaugural Edmond J. Safra Visiting Professor. Bolton brings extensive experience in corporate communications, public affairs, government relations, and public service to the classroom he will lecture. Read more: bit.ly/4cnYq58

Roger Bolton speaking and gesturing during a presentation.

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The City University of New York @cuny.edu · 02/04/2026

We're launching a four‑part video series designed to help students develop smart money habits and confidence in managing their personal finances. The “Money 101” series, released during April’s National Financial Literacy Month, features CUNY students and faculty.

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CUNY is launching a four‑part video series designed to help students develop smart money habits and confidence in managing their personal finances.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 09/04/2026

Zicklin School of Business received five grants totaling nearly $95K from The City University of New York to advance AI education, funding research, grad assistantships, and software to prepare students for AI-driven careers. 💻 Learn more here: shorturl.at/FzxzK #BaruchCollege #CUNY

Close-up of the Zicklin School of Business sign on a stone wall outside of Baruch's NVC building, with a city bus and urban street scene blurred in the background.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 08/04/2026

Professor Andrew Obus was honored with the 2025 Mentoring & Teaching Award from CUNY Graduate Center. 🎉 Recognized for his dedication, patience, and excellence in guiding students to succeed. 👏 Read more: shorturl.at/jC2xO #BaruchCollege #BaruchFaculty The City University of New York

Full building exterior of the CUNY Graduate Center building, situated on a busy city street corner under a clear blue sky.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 07/04/2026

U.S. News & World Report ranked Baruch’s Marxe and Zicklin graduate programs among New York’s best for 2026! 🏆🎓 Zicklin’s part-time MBA & MBA in Accountancy lead among public colleges. Marxe ranks #1 in NYS (urban policy) & NYC (nonprofit management). Learn more: ow.ly/ytQC50YFc8E

Three Baruch Students walk and chat on a sunny day at the Clivner Field Plaza.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 06/04/2026

Wendell Batista (BBA ’14) (left), Northeast Regional Director at LSG Sky Chefs, oversees $1B+ in operations. He credits the Zicklin School and Professor Seth Lipner for shaping his leadership, discipline, and communication in high-stakes settings. Learn more: shorturl.at/0BOpV

A commercial airplane parked at an airport gate with an LSG Sky Chefs catering truck transferring inventory to the aircraft on a clear day.

Wendell Batista is posing together with a colleague at an industrial trade show with machinery in the background.

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Baruch College @baruch.cuny.edu · 02/04/2026

Baruch College earned two national recognitions in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications, recognized as an Opportunity and Research institution out of only 33 U.S. Institutions. Learn more: shorturl.at/biKgg The City University of New York

Exterior view of the NVC building with Baruch College banners hanging between windows under a clear blue sky.

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