6/12 & 6/18 – Discussion and Book Signing: Dr. Carl Hart, High Price

May 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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Join Dr. Carl Hart, Associate Professor in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry at Columbia for a talk, discussion and signing event on his book High Price: A Neuroscientist’s Journey of Self-Discovery That Challenges Everything You Know About Drugs and Society.

From the publisher: A powerful story of hope and change, of a scientist who has dedicated his life to helping others, High Price will alter the way we think about poverty, race, and addiction–and how we can effect change.

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Wednesday, June 12th, 2013 – 7:00 PM
NEW YORK, NY

Barnes & Noble – *Upper West Side
2289 Broadway @ 82nd St
New York, NY 10024
212-362-8835
http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/author-events/Carl-Hart/50182192

Tuesday, June 18th, 2013 – 1:00 PM
SAN DIEGO, CA

University of California San Diego Bookstore
9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla, CA 92093
858-534-7323
http://www.campusbooks.com/college_bookstores/ca/University-of-California-San-Diego-Bookstore.html

Listen to Dr. Hart’s interviews at the links below:

Flawed Drug Policy Highlights Myths About Race and Drugs
The Takeaway| WNYC Radio and Public Radio International, February 13, 2013

The Highs and Lows of Legalized Marijuana
Big Think, April 3, 2009

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4/27 – Praise Saved My Life

April 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment

CUGC
THE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY GOSPEL CHOIR & BAND

presents

PRAISE SAVED MY LIFE

Saturday, April 27 at 5:30PM (doors open at 5PM)

555 Lerner Hall, Columbia University

Reception to follow

Admission: $5 w/ CUID, $8 w/o CUID or at the door. Available at Ticket Information Center.

Questions about Columbia University Gospel Choir or the concert? Email gospelchoir@columbia.edu or check out the Facebook page.

Subscribe to the CUGC Youtube Channel or follow on Twitter.

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4/24 – Book Reading and Q&A with Petra E. Lewis CC’92

April 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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Join the BAC and Petra E. Lewis CC ’92, MFA ’98 for a booking reading and Q&A with a focus on Urban Gun Violence. Lewis is the author of The Sons and Daughters of Ham, Book I: A Requiem.

Petra E. Lewis, Author of
The Sons and Daughters of Ham, Book I: A Requiem
Columbia University BA ’92 and MFA ’98
Book Reading and Q&A, with a Focus on Urban Gun Violence

Location: 67 Orange Street, 2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd. (between 112th and 113th Streets)
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Time: 6:00 – 8:00PM
Reading to start at 7:00; Q&A at 7:30
$5 per person

Click here to purchase the book
Click here for more author and book information

ABOUT THE BOOK
A son’s death. A mother’s grief. Accusations. Condemnation. Guilt. Alienation. What is left of a family in the aftermath of violence? Set in East Flatbush, Brooklyn; Trinidad; Barbados: Northern California; and throughout the globe, The Sons and Daughters of Ham is the story of a Caribbean-American family, An African American young man, violence, choice, and destiny. The Sons and Daughters of Ham, Book I: A Requiem, is the first book in Petra E. Lewis’ powerful inter-generational and historical literary-fiction trilogy. The books’ concept started with three acts of violence in the author’s own life–the final one being the murder of a young man. This led to a question: “Why is it so easy for Black and Brown young men to kill each other–and where did this mindset come from?” Seeking answers, this stunning debut fiction trilogy is Petra E. Lewis’ heartbreaking answer to “Why?”

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4/21 – Perspectives on Diversity Brunch

April 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Perspectives on Diversity Brunch

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions cordially invites Columbia College and Columbia Engineering alumni to the

Perspectives on Diversity Brunch

in honor of

the Class of 2017

Sunday, April 21, 2013
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Rotunda, Low Library

We hope you can join us in welcoming the newest members of the Columbia community. Come inspire, engage and connect with admitted students and families and share your stories and experiences.

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, April 17, 2013.

For questions, please contact mrcinfo@columbia.edu or (212) 854-2522.
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1/26 – Paying it Forward: An HBCU/Ivy League Collaborative Panel

January 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment

imageJoin the BAC on Saturday, January 26th for “Paying it Forward: An HBCU/Ivy League Collaborative Panel”, an educational event engaging high school students on successful college admittance and performance. Alumnus representing eight Ivy League and Historically Black Colleges and Universities will share insights from their undergraduate experiences and will participate in a meaningful dialogue with prospective college students.

For this collaborative event, the BAC has teamed up the Catalyst Network Foundation (CNF) – a Brooklyn based organization, founded by young professionals to support under-served and high-potential young people in reaching their specific career and life goals.

We will be joined by high school students who currently attend Benjamin Banneker Academy, Medgar Evers College Prep, Erasmus Hall Campus, Achievement First Charter School, Harlem Renaissance High School Urban Assembly of History & Citizenship, and Columbia Secondary School of Math, Science and Engineering.

A tour of Columbia University’s Morningside Heights campus will follow the discussion.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to rsvp@columbiabac.org.

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1/23 – CU Gospel Choir Auditions

December 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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1/6 – Columbia Law School Alumni Cocktail Reception

December 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Columbia Law School Association cordially invites you to attend an

Alumni Cocktail Reception

Held in conjunction with

The Annual Meeting
of
The Association of American Law Schools
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The Distinguished Columbian in Teaching Award
will be presented to

Frederic P. White ?73
Dean and Professor of Law;
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law

The Distinguished Columbian in Teaching Award is presented annually to a graduate who, through excellence in teaching, scholarship and writing, and through achievements in the graduate’s chosen field, has brought distinction both to the Law School and to the faculties on which the graduate has served. Join fellow alumni, faculty, and friends of Columbia Law School to celebrate the accomplishments of Dean White ?73 in New Orleans!

Sunday, January 6, 2013
6:30-8:30 p.m.

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
2 Poydras Street
Port and Starboard Room
New Orleans, LA

Kindly RSVP by Thursday, January 3, 2013.

Register

Please feel free to forward this to alumni in the area who
might be interested in attending!

Inquiries: Danya Ray at 212-854-1378 or danya.ray@law.columbia.edu.

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12/13 – Red Tie Soiree 10th Annual Celebration

December 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Red Tie Soiree annually convenes young professionals & influentials for one the most anticipated holiday charity events. Founded in Atlanta in 2003 and launched in New York City in 2008, last year 1,500 people attended both events, supporting a number of holiday causes. The event draws a progressive, friendly (and Red-inspired crowd) convening to reconnect with friends, meet new faces, and have a good time.

Mark Anthony Thomas, SIPA09 is one of the founders of this event.

RSVP today!

NEW YORK CITY EVENT
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Empire Room Lounge
Empire State Building
8:30 – Midnight

Dresscode: Cocktail Attire

Music by DJ Matrixx
On-site Tasting provided by Campari Whiskey

NYC’s Causes:
I am A Kid That Gives
Wall Street Alpha Stocking Exchange

ATLANTA EVENT
Saturday, December 16, 2012
The W Hotel Altanta – Midtown
7PM

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12/12 – General Body Meeting

December 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Join us for our monthly General Body meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 from 6:45pm to 8:15pm at the Columbia Alumni Center located at 622 West 113th Street, New York, NY 10025.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

To participate via conference call, please dial-in:
domestic: 1-877-228-3600
international: 1-719-457-0862
passcode: 839904#

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10/21 – Malcolm X-Lounge Re-Opening Brunch Reception

October 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment

 

The Black Students Association (BSO) at Columbia University will be hosting a reception for the reopening of the Malcolm X Lounge.  Click here to RSVP or email bso@columbia.edu.

 

EVENT DETAILS
Date: October 21, 2012
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Phone: (216) 924-9685 (Andrew Morrow, Sociocultural Chair)
Location: Malcolm X Lounge, Hartley Hall
Address: 1124 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027

ABOUT THE MALCOLM X LOUNGE
The Malcolm X Lounge, honoring the life and work of one of the most influential leaders of the twentieth century, is located at 106 Hartley Hall.  The Malcolm X Lounge was established as a “Safe Space” for students of African descent during the 70’s and continues to be an intellectual, cultural and social safe haven for students from various backgrounds.Many student organizations utilize this space for weekly general and executive board meetings.  The Lounge is home to the BSO library and serves as a study space.ABOUT THE BSO
Concerned with the recognition and understanding of the diverse needs of the African American community at Columbia University, the Black Student Organization prides itself on being a group that provides support, discussion and solutions to the Columbia and greater NYC communities. Offering a support system to underclassmen, and addressing social and political issues, we are a community of strong voices and people.
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