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Alum Spotlight: Presidential Management Fellow Reflects on Transition to the Public Sector
An MPA in Environmental Science and Policy alum discusses her role as an international trade specialist and how Columbia helped facilitate a pivot to the public sector.
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Seismologist Göran Ekström Elected to National Academy of Sciences
Ekström’s work spans many facets of global earthquake seismology, from the nature of individual earthquakes and other seismic sources to the large-scale structure of the Earth.
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You Asked: Do Plastic Bag Bans Work in Developing Nations?
An environmental lawyer tells us about the impact of anti-plastic bag legislation across the world.
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Student Union for Sustainable Development Presents: Fireside Lunch Chats
Earth Institute faculty and students recently gathered to discuss science communication in the field of sustainable development.
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In Memoriam: Don Melnick
Professor Melnick’s life and work have been a force for advancing science and securing environmental sustainability around the world. He died on April 18th.
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Your Earth Questions, Answered
In celebration of Earth Month and Earth Day, our scientists are tackling reader questions on science and sustainability.
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Director’s Office Internship Opening Summer 2019
Seeking a paid summer internship? Apply to intern with the director’s office at the Earth Institute.
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Teaching Assistantship Applications Open for Sustainable Development Undergraduate Courses
The Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development is currently accepting applications for Fall 2019 teaching assistant positions for eight courses.
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Faculty Spotlight: Sara Tjossem Focuses on Sustainability and the History of Science
Senior lecturer Sara Tjossem discusses her research and role in the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10am to 4pm, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House—our biggest, best science fun and discovery event of the year—will take place on our beautiful campus in Palisades, NY. Mark your calendar and join us for this free, family-friendly celebration of science! RSVP Today!
