News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS
News at Columbia SPS
Celebrating Women in Construction: The Legacy of Emily Roebling
Construction Administration Program Director John Parkinson celebrates Roebling's pivotal role in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge and the continuing impact of women in the field.
From the U.S. to China: How Columbia Prepares Students to Tackle Global Climate and Sustainability Challenges
M.S. in Sustainability Management Professor Dong Guo believes that cities—from New York to Shanghai—are at the heart of sustainability, while people are its driving force.
The Nonprofit Management Program Introduces Two New Courses
Classes include interactive fieldwork, dynamic readings from industry professionals, and data-informed discussions.
Cancer Alley and the Field of Industrial Ecology
Applying industrial ecology practices to petrochemical manufacturing can increase efficiency and reduce waste and pollution.
Political Analytics Conference Brings Key Industry Experts to Columbia: Here’s How to Attend
Leading polling and data technology professionals will join the Political Analytics program to discuss the 2024 election, the current state of the industry, and what the future may hold.
Four Valuable Lessons on Technology’s Role in Social Innovation
Find out how we can harness new technologies to create meaningful change and empower communities.
Destroying the U.S. EPA and the False Tradeoff Between Environmental Quality and Economic Growth
The destruction of organizational capacity in the EPA threatens our economic growth, health, and natural environment.
A Bioethics Fireside Chat: Dr. Anthony Fauci on His Legacy, Public Health and Evidence-Based Leadership
Addressing the importance of science-based information in times of rampant disinformation.
Why a Master’s in Wealth Management from Columbia Is More than Graduate Education
M.P.S. in Wealth Management alumnus and course associate Miles Sharpe explores the evolving wealth management landscape and highlights how graduate education and inspiring teaching foster lifelong learning and strong alumni connections.
A Fresh Perspective on Business Analytics from a Master in the Field
IKNS lecturer Katherine Koontz shares what AI could mean for the future of data-driven business decisions.
The Fact-Free Opposition to Congestion Pricing in New York
While it is too early to judge the impact of the congestion pricing fee, early indicators are positive.
How Do You Teach the Art of Listening?
Columbia's Pedagogy of Listening Lab, which collaborates with the M.S. in Narrative Medicine program and SPS faculty members, recently held a symposium for educators. (Columbia News)