News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS
News at Columbia SPS
The Inevitability of Data: Columbia's M.S. in Applied Analytics Opens Doors Across Industries
Yuemeng Nicole Chen (’24SPS) explains how Columbia's Applied Analytics program gave her the skills and flexibility to pursue a data science career across industries—from an art investment startup to CVS Health.
The Analytics of Persistence: Using Data and Grit to Navigate a Challenging Job Search
After many job applications and lost job offers, Margareth Felicia Gono (’26SPS, Applied Analytics) turned her job search into an analytics problem—using data, persistence, lessons learned, and support from Columbia to land a role at DoorDash.
How MetLife Stadium Was Transformed into New York New Jersey Stadium for the Eight 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches: Bill Squires on 39 Years in the Sports Industry
A Lecturer in Columbia’s M.S. in Sports Management program, Squires brought decades of experience in Entertainment Facilities and Events Management to his role as the Chief Venues Officer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup New York New Jersey Host Committee.
BNY’s INSITE 2026 Conference: Learning Beyond the Classroom
Columbia University’s M.P.S. in Wealth Management program gives students direct access to the leaders, ideas, and conversations shaping the future of finance.
What I Wish I Knew: Munira Ahmed from Nonprofit Management
Watch: Munira Ahmed speaks to how the relationships that take root at Columbia SPS often extend far past graduation. (YouTube)
Nobody Knows: Columbia SPS Experts Explore How AI Is Reshaping Work
As AI continues to reshape organizations and careers, Columbia SPS experts discuss the skills, governance, and mindset professionals need to thrive.
As The Job Market Changes, How Professional Education Must Adapt
As AI and industry transform work, Columbia SPS faculty discuss the future of professional education.
Our Federal Government Now Promotes Energy Inefficiency
Rolling back policies that encourage energy efficiency increases costs for consumers and weakens economic competitiveness.
A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Visconti, Interim Director of the M.S. in Strategic Communication Program
The newly appointed interim director discusses his student-centered philosophy, the role of AI and critical thinking, and why this is a dynamic moment to study strategic communication in New York City.
Findability in the AI Age
As generative AI changes how users organize, locate, and confirm information, trust still depends on tracing claims back to evidence.
What I Wish I Knew: Shauna Romrell from Sports Management
Watch: Shauna Romrell advises incoming students to fully immerse themselves in both Columbia and New York City as a whole. (YouTube)
Nonprofit Leaders and Columbia SPS Experts Tackle the Current Climate of Social Impact
Columbia’s M.S. in Nonprofit Management program convened nonprofit leaders, students, and changemakers for a two-part Accelerator Series exploring adaptive leadership, innovation, AI, and the evolving future of the sector.