Nonprofit Management News
When the Chess Board Gets Wiped Clean: The Return on Education in the AI Era
As AI reshapes work, Columbia SPS faculty, alumni, and students discuss why the enduring return on education lies in adaptability, judgment, and lifelong learning.
Leading Without a Playbook: Lessons from the Front Lines of Philanthropy
Cecily M. Carson joined Columbia’s M.S. in Nonprofit Management Leadership Series to share how relationship-building and informed decision-making shape effective philanthropic work.
Meet the 2026 Student Marshals
Hear from some exceptional students who have been chosen to represent their master’s programs at graduation.
Keep Scattering: Reimagining the Nonprofit Sector
Drawing on experiences in the M.S. in Nonprofit Management program, Andrew Jamieson examines the quiet, lasting work of building a more equitable sector.
A New Framework for Future Leaders: Redefining Fundraising as Strategy
In Columbia’s Nonprofit Management program, lecturers Ramone Segree and John Hicks share real-world insights on building impactful careers in today’s evolving nonprofit sector.
Meeting Midcareer Students’ Needs and Expanding Their Expertise
Through the Nonprofit Management program’s flexible formats—including part-time and online options—two current students are expanding their professional skill sets.
Where Passion Meets Systems: Sustaining Impact in Nonprofit Work
Crashonda Andrew, senior vice president of global philanthropy at United Way, discussed fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and the evolving role of philanthropy during a Nonprofit Management Lunch and Learn session.
Making a Difference Close to Home with an SPS Degree
Columbia SPS students and alumni are applying their expertise across industries to strengthen local communities throughout the U.S.
Strategies for Staying Relevant
Part of the Frame Your Future series, an April 14 panel event convenes industry leaders to explore how continuous learning drives professional relevance—and amplifies long-term career return—in a rapidly changing landscape.
Connecting Columbia Nonprofit Management Students to Public Leadership and Policy Advocacy
From cable news studios to major-sector conferences and symposiums, Columbia’s Nonprofit Management program connects students with influential leaders shaping media, policy, and social impact.
SPS Alumni Connect with Mission-Driven Nonprofits at Inaugural Board and Volunteer Recruitment Fair
The Office of Alumni Relations brings together alumni and nonprofit leaders for an evening of meaningful connections and future impact.
Frame Your Future 2026: Reimagining Leadership in an Era of Constant Change
The SPS public event series will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and competitive advantage in a changing world.