Events

Mental health is a critical yet often under-resourced priority in humanitarian settings. As crises and displacement intensify, the psychological toll on affected communities grows deeper and more complex, eroding the foundations of individual well-being and human dignity. This event features Columbia faculty and researchers whose work drives innovative, evidence-based approaches to supporting mental wellness amid conflict, migration, and disaster. By sharing insights from regional projects and field collaborations, panelists will explore how research can translate into real-world impact—spotlighting efforts to strengthen support for refugees, address the intergenerational effects of trauma, and reduce barriers to care. The virtual discussion will also examine emerging needs and gaps within the current geopolitical landscape, offering a forward-looking perspective on how academia can help build more responsive and enduring systems globally. We invite you to join us for this online event, where faculty and researchers leading Columbia Global initiatives will present, in collaboration with Columbia Global Centers Amman + Istanbul and Columbia World Projects. Featured Speakers: Lena Verdeli (moderator), Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology and the Director of Clinical Training at Teachers College Charles Branas, Gelman Professor of Epidemiology, chair of the Department of Epidemiology, Mailman School of Public Health Anindita Dasgupta, Assistant Professor of Sociomedical Sciences, Mailman School of Public Health Claire Greene, Assistant Professor of Population and Family Health, Mailman School of Public Health Sarah Knuckey, Lieff, Cabraser, Heimann and Bernstein Clinical Professor of Human Rights, Columbia Law School

The Environmental Health Sciences Department will host its weekly seminar on November 17th. Sabah Usmani will be presenting "Quantifying the Relationship Between Urban Design, Traffic, and Health in New York City: The Built Environment–Traffic (BETR) Index" and Tessa Bloomquist will be presenting "Public water disinfection byproducts and the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort". Join us in person in ARB 1101 or via Zoom. In-person attendance is only available to Columbia affiliates. Affiliates outside of Columbia are welcome to attend via Zoom.

Feedback is a crucial skill for academic and professional growth. In this interactive workshop, we will explore effective strategies for giving and receiving feedback. Whether you’re a Postdoc or a PhD student, mastering this skill is essential for success in research, teaching, and collaboration. Facilitators:  Spencer Bennett, MEd, SHRM-CP, Director of Compliance and Training, CUIMC Kenneth Prager, MD, Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, CUIMC Open to PhD students, and Postdoctoral scholars, researchers and scientists.  Please note: This session will not be recorded. Registration closes at 12:00 p.m. on November 17. Registered participants will receive a calendar invite or e-mail reminder with Zoom or Microsoft Teams access details one business day before the session. This program is collaboratively organized by Columbia Engineering, the Coordinated Doctoral Programs in Biomedical Sciences at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the Office for Postdoctoral Affairs and Early Career Research.

The briefing will focus on important topics including managing privacy and security threats associated with evolving technology, and organizational efforts to defend against the most common threats.  The Briefing will provide insights and practical advice to help you navigate the complexities of privacy and security threats in the age of Al.  Those unable to attend may view the recording once it is posted on the Privacy Office website. Please note that the Briefing does not satisfy the 2025 annual HIPAA training requirement.  Email privacy@cumc.columbia.edu if you have questions or specific topics you would like to be addressed during the Briefing.