More than 16 inches of snow fell on New York City during 2021's first Nor'easter, disrupting air travel and shutting down parts of the subway. But even in the early hours of the storm, when the wind was at its most wicked, Columbia Facilities was out ensuring the University's campuses were safe and accessible for essential work—and a little play, too.
University Photographer Eileen Barroso was also on the job, capturing the snow day in pictures. Scroll through six of our favorite photos, which show there's "snow" place like Columbia during a blizzard.
1. Salting and Keeping Us Safe