One thing that makes it fun be around SIPA is the constant stream of speakers that visit. It is not uncommon to have the opportunity to attend 15-20 different events per week in our building or on campus. It is easy to find out what is going on each week, all you need to do…
SIPA Student Comments on Presidential Inauguration
SIPA student Kelly Heindel had a chance to participate in inauguration activities and I asked her to compose an entry for us. I am grateful she accepted. You can find out more about Kelly by visiting her interview page. During the recent inauguration of President Barack Obama, I worked as a faculty advisor for the…
Application Processing and Receipt of Documents Update
I just wanted to provide a quick update regarding the tracking of application documents. If documents are still listed on the application site as not received you do not need to panic and email or call our office. The processing of files in our office is partially driven by when certain Committee members can read. …
New Middle East Envoy George Mitchell has SIPA Ties
As CNN reported (photo from CNN main page) President Obama recently announced that he has chosen another person with Columbia ties, former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell, as special envoy for the Middle East. George Mitchell has a history of involvement with SIPA. He is a former Senior Fellow at SIPA and conducted lectures and…
Video of Inauguration at Columbia University
Yesterday we pointed to an article and slide show of the inauguration of Columbia College Alumnus Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. Here is a short video of the occasion (time of video: 2:49). [flv]http://blip.tv/rss/flash/1699177[/flv]
Office Working Remotely
Please note, due to COVID-19, the SIPA Admissions and Financial Aid office are working remotely starting March 16, 2020, until further notice.
We will continue to respond to emails as promptly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Important Dates
October 15, 2020: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Spring Application Deadline
November 1, 2020: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Fall Application Early Action Deadline
November 3, 2020: U.S. Election Day
January 5, 2021: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Fall Fellowship Consideration Deadline
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- Program Assistant Introduction: Sevita Rama MPA-DP ’21
- Program Assistant Introduction: Zawadia LeFang MPA ’21
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