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Columbia University ecologist and data scientist team up to apply modern technology to save forests

The University Senate honored Provost John Coatsworth at its final plenary of the academic year on May 3 with two standing ovations—one after heartfelt remarks by President Lee C. Bollinger.

Columbia's Desmond Patton says law enforcement officials should analyze social media posts about grief and stress to prevent violent crime among young people.

Columbia’s Michael Gerrard weighs in on illegal attempts by the White House to limit climate projections to 2040.

Hundreds gathered at Columbia University for the 2019 Pulitzer Prizes award luncheon.

George Chauncey, the De Witt Clinton Professor of American History, recounts the history of relationships among women at Barnard College and how society took notice.

"We see a tremendous amount of gender fluidity in queer culture and we see it at particular moments," said George Chauncey, the De Witt Clinton Professor of American History.

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.