News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS
News at Columbia SPS
Understanding People Through Data: Career Insights from an Applied Analytics Alum
Sanjana Varanasi (’24SPS) shares how the program prepared her for her career and how her diverse experiences led her to her role today.
How Belonging Can Uplift: One HBCU Fellow’s Pursuit of Environmental Justice Through Community
M.S. in Sustainability Management student Kailynn Williams highlights the power of connection and supporting future generations for long-term sustainable impact.
Connecting Columbia Nonprofit Management Students to Public Leadership and Policy Advocacy
From cable news studios to major-sector conferences and symposiums, Columbia’s Nonprofit Management program connects students with influential leaders shaping media, policy, and social impact.
SPS Alumni Connect with Mission-Driven Nonprofits at Inaugural Board and Volunteer Recruitment Fair
The Office of Alumni Relations brings together alumni and nonprofit leaders for an evening of meaningful connections and future impact.
Evolving for the Future of Work: Human Capital Management Program Launches Redesigned Curriculum
The updated structure expands flexibility while strengthening strategic HR leadership training.
Columbia University’s Sports Management Graduate Program Welcomes New Students and Faculty for Its 20th Year
Orientation week, new courses, and industry-leading instructors set the stage for the program’s milestone year.
Inside the UN General Assembly: Columbia NECR Students Attend Pledge for Peace Youth Empowerment Forum
Students visited the United Nations General Assembly Hall for the Pledge for Peace Youth Empowerment Forum, where global leaders and youth advocates explored the shared responsibility of peacebuilding.
Students Provide Gen Z Perspectives at the Sports Business Journal Media Innovators Conference
Sports Management students addressed topics including affordability, discoverability, betting innovation, and the accessibility of women’s sports.
The Evolution of Sustainability Management
Once niche, sustainable management strategy is now central to organizations facing climate risk and investor scrutiny.
Industry in the Classroom: The Corporate Advisory Network Behind Columbia’s Insurance Management Program
More than 150 insurance leaders help shape the student experience in the M.P.S. in Insurance Management program, offering mentorship, insight, and real-world perspective.
Future-Proofing Your Technical Career in the Age of AI
M.S. in Enterprise Risk Management program director Sim Segal outlines three criteria technical roles need to continue to be valued in the age of AI.
Designing Smarter Decisions: An Applied Analytics Alum Reflects on Her Journey from SPS to Amazon
Shivani Singh (’24SPS) discusses translating data into business strategy, lessons from the APAN program, and her advice for incoming students.