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Sustainability Management Faculty Member on the Relationship between Science and Journalism
Claudia Dreifus, instructor of the Writing about Global Science for the International Media class in the MS in Sustainability Management program, recently spoke at forum on science and journalism at the University of South Florida highlighting the importance of the scientific community to be well-versed in communicating scientific issues.
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Environmental Science and Policy Students Focus on Management Issues
On Wednesday, November 30, students in the Master of Public Administration program in Environmental Science and Policy presented their final Workshop briefings for fellow students and staff at the School of International and Public Affairs. Students in the program conduct research and analysis in the Workshop course for each of the three semesters they spend…
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Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards – Deadline Extension
The School of International and Public Affairs, Environmental Sustainability Fellows will be awarded for the first time by the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy program for the academic year 2012-2013. Environmental Sustainability Fellows will receive $20,000 each toward their tuition. We have extended the application deadline for the award to January…
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Workshop Is Practical Training for Environmental Students
MPA in Environmental Science and Policy students investigate sustainable fisheries, antibiotics in agriculture, hydrofracking, and the solar industry in New York. Students get real-world training analyzing environmental policy and proposing the best recommendations during program workshops.
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Students Apply Classroom Skills as Sustainability Consultants
From the classroom to the conference room, Sustainability Management students are applying the skills they learn throughout their coursework to projects for real world clients. The Capstone Workshop is the culmination of their graduate degree requirements and the launching point for their careers as professional sustainability managers. The student workshop groups presented midterm briefings to…
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MS Student Tackles Challenges for a Sustainable Future
MS in Sustainability Management student Emily Briggs was drawn to the program by its “comprehensive and interdisciplinary structure and the breadth of courses it offered.” Emily recently discussed the growing need for sustainability managers.
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Open House: Earth Institute Graduate Programs
The Environmental and Sustainable Development Programs Open House is a wonderful opportunity for you to find out more about Columbia’s cutting-edge graduate degrees in sustainable development and environmental studies. We invite you to come explore our diverse offering of programs, have your application questions answered, and meet with current Columbia students and faculty. Attend the…
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For Graduate, Applying Skills Got a Foot in the Door
On September 16th, Oluseyi Fayanju, a graduate of the M.A. in Climate and Society program, spoke with current undergraduate students about his studies at Columbia and the professional experiences that led him to the Environmental Defense Fund. Although he originally planned to focus on climate change and energy after studying at the Earth Institute, Oluseyi…
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Open House: Earth Institute Undergraduate Programs
Whether you are interested in global poverty alleviation, sustainable development, sustainability management, ecology or environmental policy, Columbia University has a program for you. Attend the Environmental and Sustainable Development Programs Open House from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24, Low Memorial Library, Columbia University (116th & Broadway) to learn more.
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!