News
Nomination Deadline: Wed., Nov. 9, 5 p.m.
The Executive Committee for the Arts and Sciences is calling for nominations for the Lenfest Distinguished Columbia Faculty Award, which recognizes the excellence of faculty as teachers and mentors of both undergraduate and graduate students within and outside the classroom setting.
Application Deadline: Sun., Oct. 30
Event Date: Thurs., Nov. 17
GS students are invited to enter a lottery to attend the Obama Foundation Democracy Forum, which will explore the state of global democracy and the opportunity for values-based leaders to advance solutions to common challenges.
Join the GS Alumni Relations team in the GS Lounge to learn about the ways in which students can make meaningful connections with GS alumni in specific industries and fields that they're interested in learning more about.
Application Deadline: Thurs., Dec. 1
Applications for the Projects for Peace grant are open! Individual students or groups of students are invited to submit innovative and engaging proposals for projects.
We are proud to announce that five GS students and five Barnard students have been selected to join the inaugural cohort of the Intrapreneurial Leadership Fellows Program (ILFP).
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is excited to announce a new major in climate system science! The climate system science major is designed for students who are interested in how the past, present, and future climate system works and in solution strategies for the rapidly accelerating climate crisis.
Drew Minard '25GS talks about making his Broadway debut this year and how he balances performing with his Columbia classes.
Later this month, the School of General Studies will welcome alumni, students, and their family members to join us for Family Days and Homecoming. The weekend includes a number of events that provide an opportunity to further connect with the entire Columbia University community.
Jose Esquer ’21GS was awarded a Fulbright Grant and will travel to Colombia to participate in the English Teaching Assistantship Program.
As the School of General Studies at Columbia celebrates its 75th anniversary, a reflection on the historical accomplishments and pioneering spirit that make GS a one-of-a-kind Ivy League destination.
Application Deadline: Tues., Oct. 4
The Intrapreneurial Leadership Fellows Program is a unique opportunity for women student veterans and service members at the Columbia School of General Studies and Barnard College students to connect across personal and professional experiences, and develop the skills, confidence, and relationships they need to lead change in their post-undergraduate lives.
Hosted by the Center for Justice in partnership with Columbia World Projects, the Justice Ambassadors Film Screening event will highlight the inspiration behind the Justice Ambassadors Youth Council, developed by Jarrell Daniels '22GS, and its desired impact.
One of only 200 individuals selected, Eytan Penn '19GS will spend 10 months teaching English at the Hanoi University of Science and Technology.
The GS Alumni Association welcomed new students at an exclusive event at Mel’s Burger Bar.
Earlier today, Dean Rosen-Metsch sent the following message to students with important news regarding GS Academic Affairs.