News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Sustainability Management vs ESG Ideology

Sustainability management is a requirement of effective management.

Converting Abandoned Spaces to Urban Parks and Fully Funding NYC Parks

With careful design and imagination, industrial spaces can be reclaimed for recreation, socialization, and contemplation.

Lessons from Studying in New York City: Culture, Communication, and Self-Advocacy

Katie Hughes, a current student in the M.S. in Strategic Communication program, shares how her experiences have changed her communication style.

Breaking Boundaries with Sustainable Storytelling

Sustainability Management alum Kyle Jacobs on his aspirations to become "the Jordan Peele of the sustainability world."

Opinion: Schools Can and Should Address Our Country’s Mounting Moral Quandaries

Dr. Robert Klitzman, Bioethics program director, writes about a new Louisiana law requiring every public school in the state to display the Ten Commandments. (The Hechinger Report)

A Day of Service and Community Connection With SPS Staff

Over 80 SPS staff members spent a day volunteering to help their neighbors.

14 Questions About Our Leaders’ Health

In a recent op-ed, Bioethics Program Director Dr. Robert Klitzman addresses the current debate over medical privacy regarding the health of Donald Trump, President Joe Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris. (The New York Times)

The CrowdStrike Crisis: Anatomy of a Digital Catastrophe

Crucial lessons we can learn from last week's global CrowdStrike outage.

Technology Management Lecturer on Keeping Up in the Ever-Advancing World of Tech

Amy Radin, who teaches the Strategic Advocacy course, discusses her extensive career and her favorite part about working with students.

Building a More Sustainable Olympics

Construction Administration faculty discuss the responsibilities host cities have to promote equity and sustainability while welcoming millions of international fans.

Five Things To Watch For at the 2024 Paris Games

Lj Holmgren, lecturer and deputy academic director of the Sports Management program, writes about new and important elements of this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Should Doctor-Patient Confidentiality Still Apply When the Patient Is the President?

Dr. Robert Klitzman, Bioethics program director, comments on the recent public speculation around President Biden's health and the importance of patient privacy. (Los Angeles Times)