News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Student

Columbia SPS Students Showcase Ideas for a Better Future at SPS Next

Four student speakers shared their stories and experiences, presenting unique solutions for fostering a more sustainable and equitable future.

Faculty, School

Columbia SPS Equips Leaders for Booming Sustainability Management Field

Highlights from this year’s Sustainability Management program.

School

How Columbians Can Navigate Communication Challenges in the “Post-truth Era”

On March 27, the Columbia University School of Professional Studies hosted a panel discussion on communication challenges as part of the Dialogue Across Difference initiative.

Faculty

Congestion Pricing Is Nearly Here

It is indeed ironic that Democratic New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Republican Representative Nicole Malliotakis from Staten Island, and Democratic Representative Josh Gottheimer from New Jersey all share intense opposition to congestion pricing south of 60th street in Manhattan.

School

Meet the 2024 Student Marshals

Hear from some exceptional students who have been chosen to represent their master’s programs at graduation.

Faculty

Australia's War on Elon Musk

Listen to Technology Management Program Director Alexis Wichowski interviewed on Australia's ABC Radio National about Elon Musk accusing Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of censorship.

School

Science Storyteller Lucy Cooke Uses Humor to Share Insights on Sex, Sloths, and Sustainability

“The Surprising Truth about Storytelling” provided insights into the complexities of science writing, morality, and the diversity of behavior observed in nature.

Faculty

Environmental Sustainability and Consumption

The best way to achieve environmental sustainability is to develop a circular economy with services and products that have the least possible impact on the environment. Attacking consumption is futile and a waste of effort.

School

How One Initiative Is Enlisting Entrepreneurs To Do Good In the World

Since 2020, the Greater Good Challenge at Columbia University School of Professional Studies has helped to launch projects that will help society.

School

5 Earth Day Resolutions for Columbians

Creative ways you can celebrate Earth Day at home, on campus, and across New York City in 2024.

In the Media

How to Use Polls Like a Pro

"Political junkies are in a dysfunctional relationship with polls." (The Hill)

Faculty

Art Chang Given Korean American Family Service Center's Trailblazer of Change Award

Art Chang, associate director of the Technology Management program, was honored at KAFSC's 35th Anniversary Benefit Gala.