News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Faculty, In the Media

The True Cost of Anti-Obesity Drugs

In a New York Times letter to the editor, Dr. Robert Klitzman, Bioethics program director, adds commentary to an article about the cost of obesity drugs in the U.S. (The New York Times)

Faculty

Sustainability Experts Offer a Hopeful Vision for Cities on World Environment Day

The “Public Affairs and Sustainable Futures” panel shared solutions designed to help urban communities become more green.

School

Future-Proofing with Tech: How the Technology Management Program Curriculum Evolves with a Rapidly Advancing Industry

Learn about the latest developments in the Technology Management program’s innovative curriculum.

Alumni

Bridging Gaps and Pioneering Innovation: How My Career Trajectory Changed During the Insurance Management Program

Recent INSM alum Warren Ting shares why the program has been "transformative" for his career.

In the Media

Sports Business Journal Forty Under 40: Stephanie Marciano

Sports Management program alum Stephanie Marciano oversees a portfolio that includes the NWSL; NASCAR; the ACC; the Charlotte Hornets and Charlotte FC; the Detroit Pistons; the Las Vegas Aces; and a USGA partnership. (Sports Business Journal)

Alumni

How One Construction Administration Alum Is Challenging the Way the Industry Measures Value

Tanya Deegoju discusses how the M.S. in Construction Administration prepared her for a career in the construction industry.

Faculty

The Importance of Amazon Abandoning Plastic Shipping Air Pillows

Shifting consumer and producer behavior is motivated by a growing awareness of environmental issues.

Faculty

Applied Analytics Lecturer Selected as a Fellow in the American Statistical Association

Birol Emir talks about his passion for teaching and pushing the discipline forward.

Faculty

A Strategic Communication Lecturer's Journey from his Columbia Roots to the Navy, White House, and Wall Street

Khalid Azim speaks about his personal connections to Columbia and the power of education.

Alumni

Wealth Management Insights from Financial Advisor and SPS Alum Nick Colombo

Nick joined the program to enhance his expertise and broaden his professional network.

Faculty

Food Waste, Food Insecurity, and the Circular Economy

The issue of food waste is multi-dimensional and is both an environmental and ethical issue.

In the Media

Army Veteran and Environmental Advocate: A Sustainability Science Student’s Journey to Columbia

Olivia Colton reflects on her experience in the military and how it connects with her education in environmental conservation.