Clarissa Shane

Looking back, what did you most enjoy about your time at Bard College Berlin?
Bard College Berlin had an impact on my view of the world. I was able to learn from both scholars and peers that had varying personal and professional experiences rooted in different parts of the world, which allowed me to join in well-rounded conversations and discussions about current events. 

How would you describe, in a nutshell, the experience of studying at BCB?
BCB provided an open environment for learning from forward-thinking scholars and questioning the status quo. 

Write briefly about one of your courses that left a lasting impression on you.
A Lexicon of Migration allowed me to understand the importance of words and how framing and naming can impact real lives. 

How has BCB influenced the path you've taken since completing the program? 
BCB has influenced me to continue my studies in higher education. Attending BCB showed me that social change can be made by surrounding myself with like-minded and differently minded thinkers who value learning. 

Where are you now and what are you doing?
I am going to be doing my masters in oral history and focusing on how plants can be preserved through storytelling, plant medicine, and ceremony.

Any advice you would give to students considering BCB?
BCB is a small community that fosters opportunities for deep academic conversations with peers and supportive mentors.