A geo-economist and defense strategist working at the intersection of finance and defense technology, Anthony Tokarz MIA ’25 discusses how SIPA gave him the practitioner-based toolkit to succeed.

In an interview conducted by Hailey Cho MPA '26, Professor Glenn Denning shares his perspective on the US development cooperation ecosystem. The interview explores food security and agricultural transformation to digital technology and the changing structure of global aid.

Students from the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) completed a study visit to the International Labour Organization in Geneva. The visit aimed to strengthen evidence on the determinants of forced labour and build practical research skills for future policymakers.

The war with Iran could change how the whole world thinks about energy security in the future. The energy policy expert Jason Bordoff explains.

The former mayor of Los Angeles and SIPA alum will talk about his career at the intersection of urban policy, climate action, and global partnerships.

Columbia University professor Robert Y. Shapiro told Newsweek on Wednesday: "At this point we need to be cautious about commenting on any one poll. The averages for Trump have gone down since he has been in office but have then been holding up overall -- at the low 40's in approval -- because of his still solid base. However, he may be at an inflection point in that there is softness now in his MAGA base and among other Republicans who have not reacted favorably toward his going to war with Iran. The new poll showing a new low is suggestive but needs to be confirmed by other polls."

How vulnerable is Middle East energy infrastructure, and how quickly could a wider conflict reshape global oil markets? Following drone strikes on UAE energy infrastructure, CGEP senior research scholar Dr. Karen Young joined CNN's Quest Means Business to assess the risks.

We are excited to welcome our students to Admitted Student Events this spring! Kamayah talks about how her experience at the in-person Admitted Student Day helped confirm her commitment to SIPA.

If you are an admitted student, please visit your student portal to register for the event!

In March, a team of graduate students from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) visited Columbia Global Center Rio de Janeiro as part of their capstone project developed in partnership with Fundação BRAVA.

Join fellow SIPA alumni across the globe to welcome admitted students and share what makes our community so special. These mixers are a chance to connect, reflect on your SIPA experience, and help shape the journey of incoming students.