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Alumna Shares Her Experience as a Fulbright Scholar
MJ Engel is an alumna of Columbia’s Undergraduate Sustainable Development Program and a U.S. Fulbright Scholar currently studying in China.
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Earth Institute Faculty Now Accepting Nominations for New Members
Faculty who join this vibrant community as associate-level members will help guide the Institute’s intellectual agenda, while maintaining its overall academic integrity.
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Sabin Center for Climate Change Law Seeks an Intern
The intern will work with our staff on various research and writing projects relating to climate change and environmental policy.
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Natural Parks as a Form of Oppression?
Natural parks are good for people and the environment. However, what if they came at a cost such as taking someone’s land without permission? Would it be worth it?
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DEADLINE EXTENDED–Apply to an internship today
The Earth Institute has extended the internship application deadline for positions in a variety of administration, communications and research roles. Undergraduate, graduate and PhD students are eligible to apply for the opportunity to work on a sustainability-focused project.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED–Apply today to be a research assistant
The Earth Institute has extended the application deadline for applications to undergraduate research assistant positions for the fall 2017 semester. Undergraduates from Columbia and Barnard will be able to serve as research assistants on research projects related to sustainable development and the environment with distinguished faculty and researchers at the cutting edge of this burgeoning…
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From Oil Exploration to Sustainability Specialist
Emily Poorvin used to discover new drill sites for oil and gas companies; now she’s earning a masters degree in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia.
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The Power of the Common Person: Can They Do What Governments Can’t?
Traveling to Jordan and Israel, I expected to eat great food, see great sites, and learn more about one of the most significant conflicts in the world. But I did not expect to learn about the power that individuals can have in resolving a crisis.
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Women-Led Non-Profit is Leading the Way for Arab-Israeli Coexistence
The Arab and Jewish women of Sindyanna of Galilee work together to grow and sell olive oil. Their cooperation provides economic opportunities and underlines the mutual interests of both groups.
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!
