News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

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.

School

Introducing "The Change Catalysts: Risk and Insurance Insights"

The M.P.S. in Insurance Management program is excited to announce the launch of its first academic journal, "The Change Catalysts."

Student

Bridging Continents for Climate Action

A Sustainability Management student’s commitment to Indonesia’s decarbonization goals.

Alumni

Leveraging AI to Guarantee Data Science Solutions

Applied Analytics alumnus Cristian Leo ('24SPS) speaks on the value of the program’s new Emerging Technologies Analytics concentration.

Faculty

Resisting the President’s Attack on State and Local Decarbonization Initiatives

Checks and balances are critical in protecting the freedom that is at the heart of America’s culture and way of life.

Faculty

The Evolving Landscape of Conduct Risk in the Digital Age

A recent ERM panel emphasized that ethical culture and proactive tech oversight are crucial for managing conduct risk in the modern world.

School

Sustainability in the Age of AI

The SPS Sustainability Management, Sustainability Science, and Technology Management programs hosted a panel discussion surrounding the risks and opportunities of sustainable technology in our modern world.