Events Newsletter 2022-23

Events and Opportunities, 5/9-23

Become a University Life Ambassador, Baccalaureate Service, DEI in the Arts, and Other Events and Opportunities

May 09, 2023
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Dear Students, 

As the academic year comes to an end, check out these upcoming events for a chance to unwind and relax.

University Life Events & Opportunities

  • Become a University Life Ambassador! Passionate about building community at Columbia? As a University Life Ambassador, you can help create a more welcoming and inclusive campus for all Columbia students. Apply by June 2.
  • Apply to be a Student Navigator. Interested in supporting peers going through the University's conduct process? Student Conduct Navigators answer procedural questions and serve as a point of contact for students going through the conduct process. Apply by Monday, May 15. Learn more.
  • Reminder: Update Your Voter Registration. CU Engage encourages all graduating students and all students leaving campus for the Summer semester to update their voter registration to match any new or forthcoming addresses. You can visit ALLINtoVote.org/Register to update your information. It only takes a few minutes to be #VoteReady for the 2023 local and state elections. Register here.
  • Study Days (In-Person). Religious Life will open the Earl Hall Auditorium and provide tea, snacks, and a study space. TODAY, May 9 - Thursday, May 11. Times vary. Learn more.
  • Baccalaureate Service (In-Person). Religious Life invites degree candidates from all undergraduate schools to attend the annual Baccalaureate Service, a multi-faith service celebrating the completion of your undergraduate academic career. This event is for undergraduate students only. Sunday, May 14, 10:00 - 11:15 AM. Learn more and register here.

Social Justice Mini-Grant Events

  • Art Work: The Journey From Curation to Development and the Changing Cultures in Making Art (In-Person) Join Liz Peterson, ARTS’23, and panelists, Eric Emauni and Zuri Washington for a discussion about the movement for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performing and visual arts. Light food and refreshments will be available. TODAY, May 9, 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Learn more and register here.

Learn about this year’s Social Justice Mini-Grant recipients and their projects.

Commencement is Wednesday, May 17

Commencement is almost here! Check out the Commencement Office’s website for a schedule of events and answers to frequently asked questions.

  • Reminder for Graduates: Tickets & Registration. Graduates, the last day to get your University Commencement e-tickets is Friday, May 12th. Learn more.
  • Watch Commencement Online. Celebrate Columbia’s graduates live on May 17! Join online via the Commencement website.

Happening Around Campus 

  • Peace & Presence: Gentle Yoga Flow (In-Person). Join Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response (SVR) for a gentle yoga flow incorporating slow stretching and breathing exercises. The session will close with a guided meditation. Wednesday, May 12, 3:00 - 4:00 PM. Register here.
  • Peace & Presence: Journal & Flow (Virtual). This workshop hosted by Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response (SVR) will guide you through journaling exercises and a gentle yoga practice. Monday, May 15, 5:30 - 6:30 PM. Register here.
  • Manhattanville Community Day: Spring 2023 (In-Person). Join Columbia Neighbors for a family-friendly, fun-filled day on the Manhattanville campus. This event will include food samples, kids film and workshops, live music and more. Saturday, May 20, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. 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
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