Explore NYC, Graphic Novels, and Pride Month Events

Dear Students, 

Check out these upcoming events! We hope that you find something to enjoy and participate in.

Upcoming Events

• Covering Democracy: Protests, Police, and the Press (In-Person). Join Knight First Amendment Institute for an advance screening of its documentary short about the more than 100 journalists arrested while covering protests in 2020. A conversation and Q & A will follow the screening. TONIGHT, June 20, 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Register here.
• A History of Graphic Novels: Collection Tour & Movie Screening (In-Person). Enjoy a guided tour of Columbia’s extensive Comics and Graphic Novel Collection. Then, attend a screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World in Miller Theater. Ice cream will be served after the film. Friday, June 23, 4:30 - 9:30 PM. Register here.
• Drag Story Hour with Harmonica Sunbeam (In-Person). Join CUIMC's LGBTQ+ ERG for a Drag Story Hour with Harmonica Sunbeam. During this Pride story hour, enjoy singing, dancing and storytelling. Thursday, June 22, 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM. Register here.
• Callen-Lorde Presents: LGBTQ+ Health (Virtual). This workshop will explore health disparities that are seen in the LGBTQ community, the reasons behind these disparities, and strategies to create inclusive and affirming healthcare environments. Leaders from Callen-Lorde will present. Tuesday, June 27, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Register here.
• Pop-Up Concerts: Piano + 1 (In-Person). Sit onstage in Miller Theatre for a concert featuring new music by composers Ann Cleare, Wang Lu, and Miguel Zenón. Mingle with performers and fellow concertgoers after the show. Tuesday, June 27, 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Learn more. 
• Nothing For Us Without Us: The Role of Intersectionality and Positionality in LGBT Health Equity Research (In-Person). Join the VP&S Office for Women and Diverse Faculty for the Annual CUIMC LGBTQ+ Lecture delivered by Dustin Duncan, ScD. A networking reception will follow. Wednesday, June 28, 4:00 - 5:15 PM. Register here.
• Sex, Gender, and Everything in Between (Virtual).  Join early-career researchers for a series of interdisciplinary discussions on sex, gender, and everything in between. Sponsored by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, the Institute for the Study of Sexuality and Gender, the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Council, and the Office of the Provost. Thursday, June 29, 2:00 - 5:30 PM. Register by June 26.
• Summer Fitness Classes at Dodge (In-Person). Join Columbia PEREC for low-cost fitness classes this summer! Please note there is a small fee to participate in the summer classes. Learn more.
• More Fun Events in New York City. Looking for ways to get out and about in the City? Check out our free and low-cost activities page for ideas to explore NYC on a budget. This page is updated regularly with upcoming events and activities!

Reminder 

• Vote in the NYC Primary. CU Engage encourages students to vote in the City’s primary election on Tuesday, June 27! Local offices, including City Council members, are on the ballot. Early voting is taking place now through June 25. You can find your poll site and view a sample ballot here. Learn more.

Take care,

Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
University Life
Gender Pronouns: He/Him/His

Ixchel Rosal
Senior Associate Vice President for Student Life
University Life
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers