Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development
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Where Conservation Meets Community: Lessons From South Africa
Columbia Climate School students tackled real-world conservation challenges in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.
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Columbia Climate School Hosts 10th Annual Sustainability Careers Reception
Sustainability professionals and Columbia students from varying backgrounds and degree pursuits gathered to discuss the opportunities, skills and projects in sustainability and climate.
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Denning Fellows Explore Sustainability Around the World
Three students traveled across the globe this summer to work on projects in global policy, climate vulnerability, and urban research and fieldwork.
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Sustainable Development Program Awards 2025 Departmental Honors
Four graduating students were selected for their outstanding academic achievements in sustainable development.
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Recognizing Excellence: Two Students Awarded Stuart Gaffin Prize for Sustainable Development Leadership
Harrison Gerson and Emine Taha exemplified the spirit of service, leadership and community engagement during their four years at Columbia.
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A Small Island Offers Big Lessons in Sustainability
Columbia undergraduates spent three days learning about sustainable development on a local scale and immersing themselves in life on Cuttyhunk Island.
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Global Perspectives: Exploring Sustainable Development in Rwanda and Bangladesh
Columbia Climate School students in two classes partnered with global communities and gained hands-on experience in sustainability.
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From Classroom to Climate Action: SDEV Alumni Share Diverse Career Paths
An alumni panel offered Columbia students the chance to learn about the various sectors and opportunities for climate and sustainability-related careers.
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Columbia Climate School Hosts Ninth Annual Sustainability Careers Reception
Thirty-three sustainability professionals and 88 Columbia students from varying backgrounds and degree pursuits gathered to discuss the ever-pressing challenges and real-world applications of sustainability and climate.
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
