Monthly Archives: January 2017

Jerry’s and Carolina’s Picks! 16.36 February 8 – 13

Enjoy these Picks, invite your alumni and prospect guests, and remember to submit events, and share your event stories here.

REMINDERS

January 30: Columbia University and Slavery
February 4: Marcus Roberts Trio  

PICKS

February 8
6:30 p.m.
Miller Theatre
13th – Film Screening and Discussion
An award-winning documentary about mass incarceration in the US, racism, and the criminalization of African Americans, directed by Ava DuVernay (Selma). Discussion with Columbia faculty to follow, featuring Jelani Cobb, professor of journalism; Geraldine Downey, director of the Center for Justice; and Jeff Fagan, professor of law and of epidemiology. Registration required here. Miller Theatre. (Just Societies)

February 9
5 – 7 p.m.
The Center for Science and Society
Precision Medicine, Privacy, and Family Relations
Jacqueline Joon-Lin Chin, associate professor at the Centre for Biomedical Ethics at the National University of Singapore, will give a talk. This event is part of the Columbia Precision Medicine Initiative series, Precision Medicine: Ethics, Politics, and Culture. Schermerhorn Extension, Room 754. (Precision Medicine)

7– 8 p.m.
Nevis Science Center
Science-on-Hudson: Extreme Weather and Climate Change
How does climate change influence extreme weather events? Are they increasing in frequency or intensity? How does the answer differ depending on which kind of event we are talking about — heat waves, floods, droughts, hurricanes, or tornadoes? A public talk with Adam Sobel, professor of applied physics and applied mathematics. Register here. Science Center at Nevis Laboratories, Irvington, New York, 136 S. Broadway. (Climate Response)

February 9 – 12
Barnard | Athena Center for Leadership Studies
7th Annual Athena Film Festival: A Celebration of Women and Leadership
A weekend of feature films, documentaries, and shorts that highlight women’s leadership both in real life and the fictional world. Includes panel discussions with directors and workshops. View the full program schedule here and venue locations here. Purchase tickets here.

February 11
1 – 4 p.m.
Zuckerman Institute Education Lab
Saturday Science: Meet the Brain
How does the brain work? What’s the brain made of? Students, families, and community groups are invited to explore the workings of the brain through hands-on activities and demonstrations with scientists. Register here. 605 W. 129th St., Jerome L. Greene Science Center Education Lab.  (The Future of Neuroscience)

February 13
4:30 p.m.
CUMC
A Son Confronts His Father’s Death
Siddhartha Mukherjee, assistant professor of medicine in hematology and oncology, will present the 39th Annual Alexander Ming Fisher Lecture on Death and Dying. The yearly lecture series includes topics that explore a wide variety of issues including family care in terminal illness, death and public policy, the impact of AIDS on the practice of medicine, physician-assisted suicide, Medicare and terminal illness, and genetic engineering and the prolonging of life. P&S, Alumni Auditorium, 650 W. 168th Street, 1st floor.

For RSVP, ticket availability, and other details, follow the links. We always appreciate hearing from you about future events.

Carolina’s and Jerry’s Picks 16.35 January 25 – February 4

Charlie Rose with Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, freedom and slavery, rights and wrongs, life and death, and a genius of the modern piano to boot. Columbia is happening–don’t miss it!

Enjoy these Picks, and remember to submit events, share your event stories here.

REMINDERS

January 23: Energy and Environment Policy Under Trump
January 24: What Really Happened? Latinos and the 2016 Election
January 25: Achieving Public Health 3.0 Through Food Policy—A Broadening Vision of Food and Health
January 26: The Historical Compromise Between Civil State and Religion in the Tunisian Post Revolution

SNEAK PEAK

February 13
4:30 p.m.
CUMC
A Son Confronts His Father’s Death
Siddhartha Mukherjee, assistant professor of medicine in hematology and oncology, will present the 39th Annual Alexander Ming Fisher Lecture on Death and Dying. The yearly lecture series includes topics explores a wide variety of issues including family care in terminal illness, death and public policy, the impact of AIDS on the practice of medicine, physician-assisted suicide, Medicare and terminal illness, and genetic engineering and the prolonging of life. P&S, Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, 1st floor.

PICKS

January 25
12 – 2 p.m.
Columbia Global Centers | SIPA | Human Rights Institute at the Law School
Human Rights in Tunisia
A discussion between Yadh Ben Achour, former president of the High Authority of the Revolution in Tunisia; Yasmine Ergas, senior lecturer at SIPA; and Alfred Stepan, dean emeritus of SIPA, on human rights in post-revolution Tunisia. RSVP here. International Affairs Building Room 1201, 12th floor. (Just Societies)

6 p.m.
Center for Palestine Studies | Society of Fellows in the Humanities | Columbia Journalism School
The Way to the Spring: Life and Death in Palestine
In The Way to the Spring, Ben Ehrenreich describes the Israeli occupation. He will be joined in conversation by Colm Tóibín, the Irene and Sidney B. Silverman Professor of the Humanities. RSVP here. Pulitzer Hall, World Room.

January 27
3 –  4:15 p.m.
University Programs and Events
Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Charlie Rose
Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and Warren Buffett, chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., will discuss  a wide range of topics—from their friendship, philanthropy, and business; to global health, innovation, and leadership. Moderated by Charlie Rose, executive editor and host of the Charlie Rose Show. Welcome by President Lee C. Bollinger. Q&A with the audience to follow. Register here. This event will be livestreamed here. Alfred Lerner Hall, Roone Arledge Auditorium.

January 30
4 – 5:15 p.m.
University Events and Programs
Columbia University and Slavery
A presentation on the findings of the Columbia University and Slavery project and a newly launched website housing its compiled research. Jordan Brewington ’17CC and Jared Odessky ’15CC will discuss their research and personal experiences contributing to the project. Introduction by President Lee C. Bollinger and Eric Foner, DeWitt Clinton Professor of History. Moderated by Christopher L. Brown, vice provost for faculty affairs and director of the Society of Fellows. Followed by a Q&A with the audience. Low Library, Rotunda. (Just Societies)

February 4
8 p.m.
Miller Theatre
Marcus Roberts Trio
The Marcus Roberts Trio will perform as part of this year’s series highlighting Jazz’s continued evolution, with artists whose backgrounds and influences span hip-hop, classical, and international musical traditions. Performers include Marcus Roberts (piano), Rodney Jordan (bass), and Jason Marsalis (drums). Purchase tickets here. Miller Theatre.

For RSVP, ticket availability, and other details, follow the links. We always appreciate hearing from you about future events.

Carolina’s and Jerry’s Back to School Picks! 16.34 January 18 – 26

Ambrose on jazz and social justice, Sachs on sustainable progress, journalists on Putin, Bittman on health, and so much more on deck!

Where appropriate, Picks are tagged with associated University-wide campaign commitments (Big Ideas). Please feel free to submit any events to us or share your event stories here.

SNEAK PEAK

February 4
8 – 10 p.m.
Miller Theatre
Jazz: Ambrose Akinmusire Quartet
Trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire’s politically conscious compositions connect with jazz’s legacy as a vehicle for social change. In his Miller premiere, Akinmusire will lead his quartet through a rich narrative, combining thoughtful composition and improvisation. Miller Theatre. (Just Societies)

PICKS

January 18
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Book Launch: Building the New American Economy: Smart, Fair, and Sustainable by Jeffrey Sachs
In his new book University Professor Jeffrey Sachs shows how the United States can find a path to renewed economic progress that is fair and environmentally sustainable. Followed by a book signing. Registration required here. Low Library, Rotunda. (Global Solutions)

6 – 7:30 p.m.
Overseas Press Club of America | Harriman Institute | Graduate School of Journalism
The Trump-Putin Connection: What Does it Mean for Journalists and Global Order?
Russia experts will examine the impact of Russian hackers on the US election and what it means for press freedom and global order. Includes David Filipov, Moscow bureau chief for The Washington Post; Masha Gessen, Russian and American journalist and author of The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin; and Kimberly Marten, director the US-Russia relations program at the Harriman Institute. Alexander Cooley, director of the Harriman Institute, will moderate. The Kellogg Center, 15th floor, Room 1501. (Global Solutions, Data and Society)

6 – 8 p.m.
Wallach Art Gallery
Reception: Finesse
What is finesse? The exhibition includes recent and newly commissioned work by seven artists whose work deliberately finesses the relationship between the artist and the institution. Curated by Leah Pires ’12GSAS, ’14GSAS, doctoral candidate in the department of art history and archaeology. The exhibition is on view January 18 through March 11. Schermerhorn Hall, 8th floor.

January 23
5:30 – 7 p.m.
Center on Global Energy Policy
Energy and Environment Policy Under Trump
Three senior energy and environment advisors to former president George W. Bush will discuss what Donald Trump’s election will mean for US energy and environment policy. Includes Jim Connaughton, former chairman of the White House Council on Environmental Quality; Jeff Kupfer, former deputy secretary of energy; and Bob McNally, former senior director for international energy on the National Security Council. Moderated by Jason Bordoff, founding director of the Center on Global Energy Policy. Registration required here. This event will be livestreamed here. Pulitzer Hall, World Room. (Climate Response)

January 24
5 – 7 p.m.
Co-sponsors here
What Really Happened? Latinos and the 2016 Election
Frances Negrόn-Muntaner, founding director of the Media and Idea Lab and founding curator of Gallery at the Center and the Latino Arts and Activism Archive, will lead a panel discussion about the myths, challenges, and victories of Latino voters in 2016 and what comes next. Includes Cristina Beltrán, director of Latino Studies at New York University; Arturo Carmona, former deputy political director for Sanders for President; Maria Hinojosa, anchor and executive producer of NPR’s Latino USA; and Ali A. Valenzuela, assistant professor of politics and Latino studies at Princeton University. RSVP here. Low Library, Faculty Room. (Just Societies)

January 25
4 – 5:30 p.m.
Mailman | Office of the Dean
Achieving Public Health 3.0 Through Food Policy—A Broadening Vision of Food and Health
What does it take to ensure population health? A Dean’s Grand Rounds with Claire Wang, director of the Comparative Effectiveness and Outcomes Research Certificate program, and Mark Bittman, food writer and professor in the department of Health Policy and Management. This event will be livestreamed here.  Alumni Auditorium, Physicians & Surgeons, 630 West 168th St. (Just Societies)

January 26
5:30 – 7 p.m.
University Programs and Events | Columbia Global Centers
The Historical Compromise Between Civil State and Religion in the Tunisian Post Revolution
This World Leaders Forum program features a discussion on the historical compromise between the civil state and religion in Tunisia with Yadh Ben Achour, former president of the High Authority of the Revolution and UN Human Rights Committee member. Safwan Masri, executive vice president for Columbia Global Centers, will moderate. Followed by a Q&A with the audience. Registration will open here on January 18 at 10 a.m. Low Library, Rotunda. (Global Solutions)

For RSVP, ticket availability, and other details, follow the links. We always appreciate hearing from you about future events.