News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS
News at Columbia SPS
His Research on Pregnant Opioid Users Was Widely Celebrated. Auditors and Experts Found Major Flaws.
M.S. in Bioethics Program Director Dr. Robert Klitzman speaks on the ethics of Dr. Craig Towers’ research and the importance of informed consent. (ProPublica)
A Visionary Approach to Implementing Sustainability Solutions
Our world depends on practical, systems-level solutions that support a more sustainable, circular, and climate-resilient future.
Helping Shape What Comes Next in AI: Applied Analytics at Ai4 2026
Columbia’s M.S. in Applied Analytics community came together at Ai4, one of the largest AI conferences in North America to present to and learn from the best in the field.
The Centrality of Science and Technology Education to Policy Analysis and Management
Effective policy and management decision-making increasingly depends on scientific and technological literacy.
Steven Cohen on New York City’s Trash Problem
In The Wall Street Journal, Steven Cohen discusses how AI and robotics could transform New York City’s waste system. (WSJ)
ERM in Action: Reinforcing Real-World Experience in the Classroom (and Vice Versa)
Benjamin Perlman shares how simultaneously teaching in Columbia’s M.S. in Enterprise Risk Management program and leading ERM at ORIX enhances his work in both roles.
A Faith-Driven Approach to Climate Change Can Sway Hearts and Minds
In a new op-ed, M.S. in Bioethics Program Director Dr. Robert Klitzman explores how faith-based messaging can help bridge political divides around climate change. (The Hill)
Sesame Street and the Impact of Extreme Weather Events on Children
We must help young children understand and cope with the emotional and psychological impacts of extreme weather events.
The Importance of International Students and Global Education
International students strengthen classrooms, economies, and cross-cultural understanding.
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.
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.