Lions Take Center Court

Several women's and men's basketball players dressed in Columbia uniforms smile and pose with Columbia's lion mascot and with Acting President Claire Shipman, who is smiling and holding a basketball, on South Lawn in front of a basketball backboard and Low Library in the background on a sunny day at Columbia University.

October 17, 2025

ROARfest was a slam dunk! The day tipped off school spirit and community with seasonal treats, fun activities, and celebrating our Columbia Basketball teams. Let's keep cheering at Columbia Football's Homecoming game this weekend. Go Lions! 

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