Dominique Townsend recounts how, as a high school senior, a 12th-century wooden statue of a Buddha in a museum helped set her ...

The director of the Columbia Nano Initiative’s Shared Labs discusses growing nanoscience at the University—and beyond.

Phelps came to Columbia 55 years ago as a full professor. At that time, he was already a star in the profession, with ...

In anticipation of Christopher Nolan’s film version of The Odyssey, opening in theaters on July 17, Columbia News checked in ...

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, we reflect on the story of Columbia University, which began in 1754 before the nation itself in 1776. Pictured above is the plaque on the west wall of ...

In many emerging economies, impressive progress in reducing poverty has been overshadowed by persistent inequality and growing frustration with political elites. This widespread social discontent has ...

It’s time again for your Columbia News Quiz. Test yourself with questions on the Tony’s, oceanic weather phenomena, and varsity sports. Let’s see how much you remember from the month of June!

In many emerging economies, progress in reducing poverty has been overshadowed by persistent inequality and growing frustration with political elites. This widespread social discontent has driven ...

As Columbia prepares to welcome a new president in Jennifer L. Mnookin, we look back on some special moments from Claire Shipman’s tenure as acting president. From hosting events for students to ...