Education Archives - State of the Planet

When It Rains, It Pours. Why?

Atmospheric scientist Michela Biasutti investigates what drives rainfall on a wide variety of time scales, and how climate change may affect it. She is passing on the basics to students.

by Vanessa Lincoln |September 21, 2023

Columbia Climate School Postdoctoral Research Program Now Accepting Applications for 2024

Doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D. or Sc.D. recipients interested in research on sustainable development can apply by November 1.

by |September 15, 2023
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Meet Farida Razaqi of the Climate and Society Class of 2024

Born and raised in Afghanistan, she’s working at the intersection of climate change, gender, and security.

by |September 13, 2023

Columbia Climate School Adds Four New Faculty Members

The new appointees bring expertise in a range of disciplines including environmental justice, urban design, conservation biology, and the history of climate science.

by |September 12, 2023
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Meet Tenzin Sherpa of the Climate and Society Class of 2024

A recipient of the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Fellowship, Sherpa is interested in urban agriculture and the decolonization of global food systems.

by |September 6, 2023
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Columbia Climate School and HEC Paris Launch Double Degree Program

A new international educational partnership will prepare students to lead on climate issues in both public and private sectors.

by |September 5, 2023

Updates on the Climate School Student Government

A primer on what the Climate School student government is, and how to get involved.

by |August 31, 2023
Polar Climate Ambassadors

Why Care About the Polar Regions? These Polar Climate Ambassadors Will Tell You.

The polar regions are a critical aspect of the climate crisis, but polar science is not always accessible, especially to young students. The Polar Climate Ambassadors program seeks to help close this gap. 

by |August 30, 2023

Meet Jonelle Maltay From the Climate and Society Class of 2024

After working for years in finance and sustainability, a new student aims to expand her horizons.

by |August 30, 2023
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Columbia’s Earth Networks Offer Collaborative and Innovative Opportunities to Address Climate Change

Whether working on plastics, sports, food, or environmental justice, each Earth Network provides a unique approach to a shared challenge.

by Sandra Goldmark |August 29, 2023