Flora Keene

Looking back, what did you most enjoy about your time at Bard College Berlin?
The friends I made, the small class sizes, the opportunity to form close relationships with your professors, and the ability to travel Europe.

How would you describe, in a nutshell, the experience of studying at BCB?
Studying at BCB is definitely a one-of-a-kind learning experience. It is cozy and supportive!

Write briefly about one of your courses that left a lasting impression on you.
In my third year, I took a class called Contemporary Art and The Anthropocene taught by visiting professor Laura López. I was so inspired by the philosophers we studied that I went on to write my bachelor's thesis based on the theories we learned, and I continue to think about these themes today. 

How has BCB influenced the path you've taken since completing the program? 
The BCB Internship Program single handedly kick-started my career in the arts. Judith Weber, the Internship and Career Networking Officer, placed me at Callie's, an artist residency in Wedding, where I remained for two and a half years. I loved my internship there so much that I joined the team, and I am grateful to BCB for creating that connection for me. I have just returned back home to New York after working for two months as an intern at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, Italy.

Where are you now and what are you doing?
In the fall of 2023 I will begin a MA in Fashion and Textile Studies with a concentration in Textile Conservation. It is my dream to be a Costume and Textile conservator. 

Any advice you would give to students considering BCB?
Take advantage of BCB's connections to Berlin's art scene, because they have so much to offer!