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Student Body President Emily Glenn Robinson ‘23GS, Postbac Premed Student Council (PPSC) President Hannah Ressinger ‘23PBPM, and GS University Senator and GS Alliance President Bruce Goumain ‘25GS reflect on the joys of student leadership and share tips for their peers looking to get more involved in campus community. 

Sean Conlon ‘23GS, a former competitive figure skater now aspiring political journalist, spent this summer as a White House intern for CBS News. He shares his experience and advice on marrying professional aspirations with personal growth.

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).

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.

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.

On Monday, August 29, more than 750 incoming School of General Studies (GS) undergraduate and Postbac Premed Program students, along with family members, GS staff, and Orientation Leaders, convened at Low Plaza to usher in the beginning of the fall 2022 semester at Convocation and kick off the New Student Orientation Program (NSOP).

Parents and family members of new GS students attend orientation programming to learn about the GS community and resources available to support their students’ transition to Columbia.