News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Alumni

Can AI Predictive Models Create a Better Insurance Industry?

Columbia University M.P.S. in Insurance Management graduate Phil Offutt shares how AI is leveraged to find correlations and improve the accuracy of premium pricing models.

School

Where a Degree in Political Analytics Can Take You

Learn how a master’s in Political Analytics opens doors to high-impact careers in politics, advocacy, and public affairs.

Strengthening the Nonprofit Management Program with Scholar-Practitioner Faculty

Introducing the new NOPM faculty members for fall 2026.

Faculty

The Imaginary Environmental Policy of the Trump Administration

Effective management requires measurement.

Student

What I Wish I Knew: Abigail Lamptey from Technology Management

Hear recent Technology Management grad Abigail Lamptey share what she wants all incoming students to know. (YouTube)

Faculty

Faculty Gather at Columbia SPS Fall Welcome Event to Share Ideas, Build Community, and Embrace Innovation

SPS faculty kicked off the academic year with collaboration, insights on AI in the classroom, and a focus on student mentorship.

Student

Rooted in Community, Rising in Purpose

Sustainability Management student Lailah Hall’s mission to transform food systems and urban landscapes.

School

Announcing the New Columbia University Master of Science in Bioethics and Master of Science in Social Work Dual-Degree Program

Graduates will be prepared to navigate complex ethical dilemmas, advocate for patients and families, and influence policy across many sectors.

School

10 Best Eats Along the 1 Train

New York City’s international culinary delights are just an OMNY tap away!

School

A Guide to Exploring New York This Fall Semester

Whether you’re looking to stay in the neighborhood or branch out, check out our insider’s guide to your new hometown.

Faculty

America Continues to Decarbonize Despite Federal Opposition

The on-the-ground reality of price and established practices ensures our progress toward a decarbonized energy system.

School

How the Career Design Lab Innovates to Help Columbia SPS Graduates Find Jobs

Columbia University’s Career Design Lab equips SPS students and alumni with personalized coaching, cutting-edge tools, and industry connections to thrive in today’s competitive job market.