Fellowships for Bard College Undergraduate Students
The Hannah Arendt Center offers student fellowships for administration support, the Courage to Be Program, media and communications, and for the new Bard Leadership Program. Students are usually hired in the spring semester and summertime for the upcoming academic year. Apply through Handshake. Interested in becoming a fellow? Email us at [email protected].
Administration Fellows
Administration Student Fellows play a vital role in upholding the seamless functioning of the center's day-to-day operations. Their support extends to both the Executive Director and the HAC staff, encompassing a diverse range of responsibilities. These dedicated fellows contribute significantly to the preparation of the annual fall conference, ensuring its success. Furthermore, their involvement in the membership program lends a helping hand to its efficiency. In addition, administration fellows provide research support as needed. In essence, administration fellows are instrumental in maintaining the center's operational effectiveness.
Monica Byrne
Monica Byrne is a recent graduate of the Bard Baccalaureate program for adult students, with a degree in Global and International Studies, focusing on Israel/Palestine. Currently she is a student in the Bard MBA in Sustainability program, with an interest in heterodox economic models, and leadership in mission driven organizations. At the Hannah Arendt Center Monica works with the Democracy Innovation Hub on Deliberative Democracy and Citizen’s Assemblies and she facilitates thoughtful and nuanced programming on Israel/Palestine with the “It’s Complicated” Project. A professional chef and event producer, Monica has been the creative director of Atelier Roquette, a boutique events company for 20 years. She and her wife with their golden retrievers live on a small farm “Farmette Roquette” in nearby Germantown where they grow specialty flowers, and produce events.
Panhavotey (Pan) Chea
I am a first year student planning to major in human rights. I am a part of the Debate Union, and Model UN. My interest in art and civic engagement made Bard appealing to me as an institution. What I do is influenced by how I see, understand, and feel about my community. I hope to use the knowledge I gain at Bard to benefit the community beyond my time in college, and I believe the Hannah Arendt Center will facilitate me in this effort.
Adriana Želmira Ondrejka
Adriana is a third year student looking to moderate in Historical Studies. She chose Bard due to the open and independent nature of its environment, as well as its dedication to the arts. At the Hannah Arendt Center she hopes to use her skills and energies to further the program’s mission as well as help grow the Bard community.
Courage To Be Fellows
The Courage to Be program is an undergraduate Common Course series that brings together students, faculty, and internationally renowned experts in diverse fields on the topic of courage. As part of our Courage To Be fellowship program, our student fellows organize events and collaborate with artists, writers, activists, and other professionals on our annual lecture series focusing on courage.
Ella Perreault
Ella is a senior majoring in Human Rights with a secondary focus in Spanish Studies. She is a captain of the Bard Lacrosse Team and is her team representative for the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. Outside of athletics, Ella is a part of the Asylum Initiative at Bard where she is learning about the asylum process and how to help people who are seeking asylum. She also has an interest in the environment and wants to spend her life fighting to protect it as an Environmental Lawyer. Through the HAC student fellowship, she is excited to connect with speakers who have similar passions and also learn from speakers who are knowledgeable about topics she is not familiar with. Ella believes that this fellowship will provide a perfect way to explore her interests and share them with others.
Mahlia Slaiby
Mahlia is a second-year student pursuing a major in Written Arts with a secondary focus on Middle Eastern Studies. She is a part of Bard Women’s Soccer and the Bard Observer. Blending her interests in athletics and writing, she aims to expand the visibility of student-athletes within the greater Bard community through her written word. Beyond academic pursuits, Mahlia is deeply committed to making a positive impact in her community. As an ambassador for Morgan’s Message, she has led initiatives to raise awareness and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health among student-athletes, ultimately fostering a supportive environment and promoting mental wellness. At the Hannah Arendt Center, Mahlia is eager to combine academic knowledge and practical experience to engage in meaningful conversations and excel the program’s mission.
Tamana Sultani
Tamana Sultani is a second-year computer science major at Bard College with a strong interest in social activities and human rights. Passionate about making a positive impact, she is currently volunteering with Neighbors Link, an organization focused on asylum initiatives. In addition to her commitment to social justice, Tamana has conducted research on the Theory of Knots alongside her computer science professor. Tamana is eager to deepen her understanding of the intersection between technology and humanity, and she believes the Hannah Arendt Center for Humanities offers a unique opportunity to explore the philosophical and ethical dimensions of her work.
Courage to Lead Fellows
Courage to Lead is a student-driven program that empowers Bard students to lead with purpose, integrity, and imagination. Grounded in the ideas of Hannah Arendt and facilitative leadership, it emphasizes collaboration over authority and fosters skills like deep listening, trust-building, and navigating disagreement. Through workshops, dialogue, and reflection, students explore what it means to lead with courage and responsibility in community—by asking better questions, holding space for others, and inspiring collective action.
Brandon Alchy
Hi, I am Brandon; my friends call me Alchy for my last name. I am a rising sophomore from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan majoring in Economics. I’m really looking forward to learning and diving into all the new opportunities and activities that make our campus so unique. With my insight as a student-athlete and my involvement in multiple committees, I hope to help unite our campus like never before! I find joy in hanging out with my friends, playing soccer, and, most importantly, being with my family.
Aimée Gladding
Aimée Gladding is a second-year student majoring in Film & Electronic Arts with a second focus in Written Arts looking to pursue a MAT through the Bard 4+1 program. She is a Writing Fellow for the Bard Learning Commons where she tutors students in First Year Seminar to produce confident writing. She loves to create works of art collaboratively, whether it be directing her own student films, assisting as crew for others, acting in student theater and film, or workshopping stories and ideas with others. As a Courage to Lead Fellow, she is interested in how confidence and open collaboration intersect to create leaders that move through both their fields and the world with bold intention and how leadership can inspire that—as it is the first step to any success—within Bard students.
Julián Donas Milstein
Julián Donas Milstein is a first-year student at Bard intending to moderate into the Global and International Studies program. He is Uruguayan and grew up in Upper Manhattan. Before coming to Annandale, he spent a year taking Political Science classes at Universidad de La Republica in Montevideo, Uruguay. He also enjoys playing saxophone, running, hiking, and writing. As a leadership fellow at the Hannah Arendt Center, he hopes to bring an interdisciplinary perspective to the program and help build bridges between different groups on campus.
Keta Tavartkiladze
I’m Keta. I’m from Tbilisi, Georgia. I am a junior, studio arts major in Bard. I’m delighted to be part of the Bard community and have the opportunity to participate in social events and activities through the Courage to Lead Program. I get joy in making people feel welcome and seeing new connections and goals being formed. I am excited to be part of a team, share experiences, and learn from others. I spend my free time hanging out with my friends, painting, listening to music, or watching movies. I enjoy outdoor activities and I believe that being part of the Courage to Lead Program will be a memorable and valuable experience.
Media Fellows
HAC Student Media Fellows are student ambassadors who promote Arendt Center events through creative marketing, outreach, and publicity efforts. Gaining hands-on experience in event documentation and logistics, professional communications, and social media management, Media Fellows contribute to the Center's vibrant community while developing their creative communications skills.
Victoria Baughn
My name is Victoria Baughn. I was awarded the Posse Atlanta Scholarship to study film and electronic arts at Bard College. I am dedicated to making films with powerful messages that will leave an impact on the audience. I am now a part of the Hannah Arendt Center as a member of the Media Fellows Team which will allow me to civically engage with the community while incorporating my passion for electronic art and media. I want to make films that challenge our worldviews and encourage us to include others into conversations that they would otherwise be excluded from. I am passionate and interested in mostly all forms of art: film, photography, traditional and digital art modes, music, writing, poetry, etc. Outside of Bard I am an intern for Sister2Sister where I mentor young women of color in Kingston and give them professional, social, and emotional development, equipping them with the tools they need to succeed as leaders and make meaningful connections in any environment they are in.
Claire Lampidou
My name is Claire, I'm a first year international student from Greece pursuing a dual degree in film and architecture. My other academic interests include graphic design as well as reading books on the concepts of spacetime. I am also a member of the International Student Organization at Bard as a social media manager and a co-vice president as well as a student-athlete competing in women's soccer. I'm excited to use my existing knowledge and connections on campus to further promote the HAC while building a network and establishing relationships within its community.
Mehria Reshta
Mehria is a first-year student at Bard, majoring in Global and International Studies with a primary focus on international relations. Upon her arrival in the States, she worked as a legal assistant at Carliner and Remes Immigration Law Firm in Washington, DC, due to her experiences participating in two international moot court competitions, JESSUP and Vis Moot. She has volunteered as a news reporter with the international media organization Jurist since 2021. She has also volunteered as an alumnus with the American Council for International Education, organizing and facilitating various programs since 2018. Mehria’s leadership qualities and her determination to contribute to a better and more peaceful world through serving in international organizations led her to Bard to pursue higher education, and her interest in visual content creation and the Hannah Arendt Center activities brought her to the team.