This Week at Columbia: Events & Opportunities (8/27)
August 27, 2024
Dear Students,
We’re just one week away from Welcome Week and the start of the Fall semester! We hope to see you at one of these upcoming events.
Welcome Week - September 3-13
Looking to make friends and learn about University resources? This series of free, fun events is a chance to build your foundation for the semester ahead and beyond! Welcome Week is open to all Columbia students from all schools and campuses – whether you are a new or returning student, an undergraduate or graduate student. Just bring your CUID!
- University Life Resource Fair (In-Person). Connect with University resources and student groups at University Life’s second annual resource fair! Hear about events offered by University Life, Columbia Alumni Association, Columbia Health, the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO), the Ombuds Office, Interschool Governing Board (IGB) student groups, and more. Tuesday, September 3, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Learn more.
- Treats on the Plaza (In-Person). Swing by for refreshing summer treats to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year. All students are welcome while supplies last. Treats will be available:
- Maps & Snacks (In-Person). Stop by University Life in Kent Hall to grab a snack and a campus map! This grab-and-go tabling event is a great way to start your day during the first week of classes. Wednesday, September 4, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Learn more.
- Religious Life Activities Fair (In-Person). Stop by St. Paul's Chapel plaza for ice cream and to learn about religious resources, connect with religious student groups, and meet different faith leaders on campus. Hosted by Religious Life. Wednesday, September 4, 3 - 5 p.m. Learn more.
- Low-Lapalooza: Silent Disco (In-Person). Dance the night away with the University Life Events Council. Plus enjoy Insomnia Cookies, giveaways, photos, and much more! The first 300 students to enter can borrow headsets with three music channels. Friday, September 6, 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. Learn More.
- Passport to Columbia: Connect, Enjoy Activities, and More (In-Person). Kick-start the fall semester with the University Life Events Council and the International Students & Scholars Office! All are welcome at this mixer, celebrating our international community. Join us for get-to-know-you bingo, trivia, activities, Insomnia cookies, and more! Tuesday, September 10, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Register here.
- Community Connections BBQ (In-Person). You’re invited to our first Community Connections BBQ, celebrating the diverse identities of students of color, LGBTQIA+ community, and first-generation students! This gathering aims to create a supportive community where students from diverse backgrounds can connect, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships. Wednesday, September 11, 12 - 2 p.m. Learn more & register.
- Yoga Class (In-Person). Take a break and relax with yoga in Earl Hall. Religious Life offers this open level class in the Auditorium of Earl Hall on Thursday evenings throughout the fall 2024 semester. Thursday, September 12, 7 - 8 p.m. Learn More.
- Get to Know Us: Center for Student Success & Intervention (CSSI) (Virtual). Meet with some of the staff members at CSSI and learn more about their passion for helping students through various challenges and the different resources the center offers. Friday, September 13, 1 - 2 p.m. Register here.
More Events & Opportunities
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities. Looking to get involved with research at Columbia as an undergraduate student? Explore opportunities through this portal created by The Office of the Executive Vice President for Research. Learn more.
- Teaching Orientation for Graduate Students (In-Person). Graduate students preparing for their first TA assignment in Fall 2024 are invited to join the Center for Teaching and Learning for a newly-expanded Teaching Orientation in Butler Library. Thursday, August 29, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Register here.
- NECR Webinar: Overcoming Toxic Polarization and the 2024 Election (Virtual) As the United States approaches the November 2024 election, explore the many factors giving rise to political polarization in the United States and consider new ways to engage with the election cycle. Hosted by the M.S. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution at the School of Professional Studies. Thursday, August 29, 12 - 1 p.m. Register here.
Take care,
Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D. (he/him/his)
Senior Vice President for Student Affairs
University Life
Ixchel Rosal (she/her/hers)
Senior Associate Vice President for Student Life
University Life