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Guided by Expertise: The Mentorship that Elevated My Columbia NECR Experience
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution student Treven Treece shares how the guidance he received prepared him for his next mission, teaching the Corps of Cadets at West Point.
The Path of an Ombuds: How Curiosity About People Became a Calling
NECR alum Isar Mahanian reflects on the ombuds profession and opportunities for meaningful human connection through negotiation and conflict resolution.
NECR Summer 2025 Capstone Presentations Showcase Global Perspectives
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution students presented their final capstone projects this summer, highlighting research-driven solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Become a Leader in Conflict Resolution with This Flexible Graduate Degree
The M.S. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution offers adaptable learning options and a supportive, globally connected community.
What I Learned at Columbia’s NECR Summer Residency
From theory-rich coursework to real-world conflict mapping, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution student Eugenia Pozas reflects on what she learned during her immersive in-person experience in New York.
Harnessing the Power of Collaboration in Negotiations
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution student Sebastian Santander reflects on his trip to South Africa for The Negotiation Challenge 2025.
Reflections from the Global Peace Summit in Bangkok
This year’s conference was “a reminder that peace is not a luxury—it is a lifeline,” shares Negotiation and Conflict Resolution student Dana El Khoury.
How 2025 Dean’s Excellence Award Winner Azida Ahmad Azmi Is Bringing Equity to Education
The NECR graduate is lighting a path for fellow first-generation students to follow.
What I Wish I Knew: Azida Azmi from Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Watch: Azida Azmi ('25SPS, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution) speak about "having the humility to learn and unlearn" during your experience at SPS.
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Examining the Role of the Leader in New and Uncertain Times
A recent hybrid event co-hosted by three SPS programs explored key leadership challenges in our rapidly changing workplace.
From Columbia NECR to AI-Driven Negotiation: Transforming How Women Negotiate and Lead
Inspired by her experiences at Columbia's Negotiation and Conflict Resolution program and a passion for global connection, Charlotte Hou (’22SPS) shares how she is leveraging AI to empower women worldwide with negotiation skills.
New Metaphors, Same Framing: Breaking the Cycle of Punitive Public Safety Policy
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Professor Peter Dixon on the importance of investing in community assets and building capacity to transform conflict.