Announcements

Columbia's Dr. Melanie Bernitz outlines important updates to the University's Test and Trace Program.

The University's Department of Human Resources is highlighting programs—some new and some already existing at Columbia—that may provide some options to better meet the challenges parents face this fall.

Interim Provost Ira Katznelson issues a reminder about educational options for the children of parents at the university. 

This is part of Columbia Transportation's Commuter Shuttle Service pilot to provide members of the community with a travel alternative to our campuses from parts of Manhattan and the outer boroughs. 
 

A mid-point report on current circumstances and a preview of the planning process that has begun for the spring term.

Replacing the current Duration of Status policy for international students and scholars with a fixed two-to-four-year term and an uncertain extension of stay process, writes Interim Provost Ira Katznelson, hinders the University's ability to recruit and retain the most talented students from around the world. 

Teachers College will continue offering courses primarily online, with some exceptions, and continue remote operations for non-essential employees, through the winter and spring of 2021. 

Columbia strongly urges curtailing travel during the upcoming holidays, particularly for undergraduates currently living in Columbia’s dormitories, as there will be limited opportunities to quarantine on campus.