News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Faculty

The Importance and Joy of International Education

The joy of international engagement and the satisfaction derived from learning is a force for peace & prosperity in the world.

Faculty

New Course Presentation: Mathematics for AI

Watch: Lecturer Robert Simione, Ph.D., present his new course for the M.A. in Applied Analytics program. (YouTube)

Student

What I Wish I Knew: Tiala Scott from Information & Knowledge Strategy

Watch: Tiala Scott ('25SPS, Information & Knowledge Strategy) speak about the importance of building a network at SPS. (YouTube)

Student

Turning Care into Innovation: How One Columbia Student Is Advancing Pediatric Tracheostomy Care through Tech Management

Can a mother’s experience reshape pediatric care? Anne Louis is finding the answer.

School

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.

Alumni

From a Fan to a Leader in the Sports Industry: A Sports Management Alum and Lecturer’s Story

How Destinee Coles pivoted from private wealth management to sports finance.

Faculty

The Fossil Fuel Fantasy

Renewable energy and energy efficiency will enable us to lower the costs and increase the reliability of our energy system.

School

Welcome 2025 Columbia SPS Graduates!

This year's Columbia SPS Student Marshals recall their experiences at the School as they and their fellow classmates graduate. (YouTube)

Faculty, Student

Wealth Management Mentor Helps Army Veteran Forge New Career Path

The M.P.S. in Wealth Management program ignited U.S. Army veteran Leah Naish’s passion for service, leading to a role at her SPS lecturer’s firm.

School

Political Analytics Conference Showcases Data’s Expanding Role in U.S. Elections

The annual event engaged key experts on the most significant issues facing politics right now and enabled SPS students to connect with experts in the field.

Alumni

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.

Alumni

Bridging the Technical with the Interpersonal in the Actuarial Science Program

Ten years after graduating, alumnus Eric Stewart (’15SPS, Actuarial Science) shares lessons and advice from his time at SPS.