Carolyn Bakich

Carolyn Bakich is the Leadership Gift Officer at the Columbia University School of General Studies. A proud GS alumna, she is excited to give back to her alma mater by supporting prospective and current students, as well as alumni, through fundraising and engagement initiatives. Before joining Columbia GS, Carolyn served as Associate, Annual Giving and Membership at The Juilliard School and as Associate Director of Student Life at Educational Housing Services. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from the Columbia University School of General Studies in 2025.