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George Chauncey, the De Witt Clinton Professor of American History, recounts the history of protests against the rule that kept bars from serving homosexuals.
George Chauncey, the De Witt Clinton Professor of American History, recounts the history of drag balls that originated in Harlem during the 1920s.
Columbia scientists develop material that can drive mechanical systems, with potential applications for opening windows in humidity and allowing fabric to evaporate sweat
The Columbia theoretical physicist launched the World Science Festival to bring the wondrous ideas of scientific discovery to NYC. Visit one or more of the 70 events at the 12th annual event May 28-June 2 and see for yourself.
History Prof. George Chauncey teaches about the decades of activism, struggle and community-building leading to Stonewall and everything that came after.
Law School Alumna Isabella de la Houssaye and her daughter, a rising senior at Columbia College, are featured in a New York Times story.
After leaving the Navy, Brian Ruiz finished college and now graduates from the Mailman School of Public Health with a master's in health management.
"I'm interested in public health to understand patients more holistically... to improve the doctor-patient relationship,” said Etoro Ekpe, a graduate with a combined MD-MPH from the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and the Mailman School of Public Health.
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Helen Ouyang’s articles bring to light difficult societal issues that people often don’t like to think about. This week in The New York Times Magazine she writes about hospice homes that support terminally ill children and their families.
The Obama Foundation has selected the Columbia Center for Oral History Research to produce the official oral history of Barack Obama’s presidency. This project will provide a comprehensive, enduring record of the decisions, actions, and effects of his historic presidency.
“I’m part of an incredible network of veterans who are passionate, and not willing to rest on their last accomplishment,” said Tara Heidger, who graduates with degrees from the Graduate School of Architecture, Preservation and Planning as well as the School of International and Public Affairs.
“It’s so important to me that I give back to the community of older adults who have supported me so much throughout my life," said Anna Bryan, a Columbia College graduate who will be combining music and geriatric medicine.
“Being at Columbia showed me that music doesn’t just have to be about playing an instrument; I can use it in so many different ways in life,” said Sondra Woodruff, an experienced musician prior to attending the School of General Studies.