Outdoor Movie Night, Financial Well-being Workshop, Explore NYC

Dear Students, 

With summer in full swing, we hope you’re finding ways to get outside and stay cool. Check out these upcoming activities for ideas about how to make the most of your summer.

Upcoming Financial Well-being Event

• Financial Well-being: International Student Workshop (Virtual). Learn about the U.S. banking system, how to develop a spending plan, and resources to support your financial well-being at Columbia. This workshop, hosted by Student Financial Services, University Life and the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO), focuses on the specific needs of international students. All students are welcome. Friday, July 14, 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Register here.

Get to Know Columbia’s New President, Minouche Shafik!

• Welcome, President Shafik! University Life wishes a warm welcome to President Shafik in her first week as President of Columbia. Check out these 20 Facts About Columbia’s 20th President and learn more about our new President from Columbia News.

More Upcoming Events

• War Stories: How Do We Talk About War? (In-Person). This seminar series will explore how stories about war shape us by considering various types of literature across history – from the Trojan War to the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Sponsored by the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration. Every Thursday in July, 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Register here.
• Guided Historical Tour (In-Person). Join this tour to learn more about the history, architecture, and sculptures of Columbia and the Morningside campus. Tuesday, July 11, 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Register here.
• Clean and Go Green (In-Person). aper shredding, disposal of large unwanted items, clothing and book donations, and more will be available courtesy of Columbia Operations.. Hosted in partnership with Undergraduate Housing, Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Stewardship, and Eco-Reps. Wednesday, July 12 - Friday, July 14. Learn more.
• Film Works Alfresco at Haven Plaza: Inside Out (In-Person). Relax, connect with neighbors, and enjoy the summer weather at this screening of Inside Out. This event is family-friendly and open to the public! Friday, July 14, 7:00 - 10:30 PM. Learn more.
• How Data Happened: An Author Talk with Chris Wiggins (In-Person) Learn about  the history of data and its technical, political, and ethical impact on our world during this conversation hosted by The Hub at Columbia Business School. Chris Wiggins, author, professor and Chief Data Scientist at the New York Times, will discuss his new book. Coffee and pastries will be provided. Tuesday, July 18, 5:00 - 6:00 PM. Register here.
• Social Media and Kids: Columbia Experts Discuss What's In the News (Virtual). Join experts from Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) for a conversation exploring the science behind recent health advisories on adolescent social media use and how to talk about social media with parents, caregivers, children and adolescents. Tuesday, July 18, 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Register here.
• 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 to enjoy summer in NYC on a budget? Check out our free and low-cost activities page, updated regularly with new events and activities!

Take care,

Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D.
Senior 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