Who we are
Bennington College United (BCU) was recognized by Bennington College administration in February, 2024 and officially ratified in July 2025. BCU is associated with AFT Vermont and represents over 300 employees at Bennington College across campus safety, faculty, and staff.
VP of Staff
Laura Crosslin
Senior A.D. of Enrollment Systems
BCU Board Members
The BCU Board is comprised of 6 officer positions and 10 steward positions.
BCU Officers
Beverly Acha: Acting President
Laura Crosslin: Vice President for Staff
Xander Holt: Acting Treasurer
Rage Hezekiah: Acting Communications Coordinator
BCU Stewards
Catherine McKeen: Visiting Faculty Steward
Jenny Morgan: Library, IT, Post Office, Student Life, Acting Staff Steward
Eddy Aldana: Technical Instructors Steward
Vacant Positions:
Vice President for Faculty
Vice President for Campus Safety
FPRC Faculty Steward for Music, Dance, Drama
FPRC Faculty Steward for Science/Math, SCT, Cultural Studies & Language, CAPA
MFA Writing Faculty Steward
Staff Steward for Financial Aid, Advancement, CAPS, Admissions, Communications
Staff Steward for Academic Services, Registrar’s Office, Bennington Review, Program Coordinators
Campus Safety Steward
*Please email bcuopenforum@gmail.com if you are interested in filling a vacancy in your area*
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