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The Environmental Cost of War
Daryush Nourbaha, an M.S. in Sustainability Science alum, reflects on the heavy toll of global conflict.
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SIPA Alumni Champion Wildlife Protection at Major Conference in Uzbekistan
The Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, better known as CITES COP, is one of the strongest international agreements dedicated to protecting wildlife from overexploitation.
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Alumni Spotlight: How Columbia Prepared Me for Work at the Nature Conservancy
Alison Miller, a senior leader at the Nature Conservancy, reflects on her time in Columbia’s MPA-ESP program and how it helped shape her career path.
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Why Sustainability Matters in Marathons
An M.S. in Sustainability Science graduate reflects on the pros and cons of running marathons—for people and the planet.
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Alumna Profile: Lauren Faber O’Connor
Lauren Faber O’Connor was recently awarded the 2023 GSAS Dean’s Award for Distinguished Achievement, which recognizes recipients for their profound impact on academia and on the world at large.
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Sustainable Development Program Hosts First Alumni Career Conversations Panel
A panel of alumni answered a series of questions on topics such as skills used in their careers, important classes to take, and advice for students entering the field.
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My Experience as a Fellow With the New York City Panel on Climate Change
A Climate and Society alum and former fellow with the Health Working Group reflects on what she learned and how it opened the door to future career opportunities.
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Faculty Spotlight: Rachel Patterson
A faculty advisor in the Environmental Science and Policy program, Patterson shares her professional journey, emphasizing the importance of following your passions rather than staying in a job that doesn’t align with your morals and interests.
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Climate and Society Alumni Work Together to Build Coastal Resilience
Working in the same think tank but in different roles, two alumni show how the Climate and Society program prepares students for a variety of career paths.
Congratulations to our Columbia Climate School Class of 2026 and all of our 2026 Columbia University graduates! Learn more about our May 15 Climate School Class Day celebration. 💙 #Columbia2026 #ColumbiaClimate2026
