News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS
News at Columbia SPS
Pitching to the Pros: Columbia Sports Management Students Connect with Industry Leaders
At the program’s Annual Elevator Pitch event, more than 60 students delivered 60-second pitches to sports industry executives, gaining direct feedback, career insight, and meaningful professional connections.
Looking Through an Equity Lens at Energy
HBCU Fellow and Sustainability Management student Reagan Russell shares insights on gaps in sustainability and making a global impact.
Columbia Technology Management Students Experience Innovation in Action
Students visited the IBM Innovation Studio as part of their Spring 2026 in-person residency.
Motherhood, Health Justice, and Embodied Care: A Narrative Medicine Alum’s Experience at Columbia SPS
Miniya Williams reflects on her academic journey, global scholarship, and her fellowship project that integrates embodied narrative practice into birth and postpartum care.
Embrace Change, Learn Continuously, and Stay Intellectually Curious: Preparing Tomorrow’s Risk Leaders for a Changing World
Rapid technological, regulatory, and geopolitical shifts are reshaping enterprise risk management, writes ERM part-time lecturer Penny Cagan.
A Second Movement for the Symphony of Life
A midcareer educator reflects on returning to graduate study at Columbia SPS and discovering how wealth management, teaching, and creative practice can inform one another.
Avoiding the Trap of Climate Targets by Focusing on Improving Performance
Instead of chasing lofty climate targets, we need to focus on measuring and improving real-world performance to cut emissions.
The Plane Still Has to Fly: AI, BAU Risk, and Leadership Judgment
As artificial intelligence reshapes business-as-usual risk programs, leaders must balance innovation with governance—modernizing systems without compromising accountability, stability, or trust.
Frame Your Future 2026: Reimagining Leadership in an Era of Constant Change
The SPS public event series will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and competitive advantage in a changing world.
A CUNY Fellow’s Path from Sustainability Studies to Environmental Law
Sustainability Management student Liam Cooper shares how the Columbia SPS CUNY Fellowship is supporting his academic journey and long-term goals in climate policy and compliance.
A Half-Century Journey to Protect the Environment
A reflection on five decades of environmental policy and sustainability efforts.
AI in Sports: Columbia Students Gain Hands-On Experience with Generative AI and Revenue Strategy
During an intensive two-day seminar, Sports Management students examined governance frameworks, prompt literacy, and real-world applications shaping the future of professional sports operations.