The John Jay Award honors a member of the Columbia College family for distinguished professional achievement.

The John Jay Honorees

Columbia College honored five alumni for distinguished professional achievement by presenting each with a 2009 John Jay Award. Low Library was be the setting for a black-tie dinner honoring Maggie Gyllenhaal '99, Benjamin Jealous '94, Dr. Paul Maddon '81, Thomas Francis Marano '83 and Gregory Wyatt '71.

For more information on the dinner, contact Meghan Eschmann, associate director of alumni affairs: 212-851-7399 or me2363@columbia.edu.

The John Jay National Scholarship Program

The John Jay Scholarship Program awards the most outstanding first-year students at Columbia College.

Scholars distinguish themselves by demonstrating an exceptional level of original and independent thought, as well as a rich and varied record of accomplishment.

This specialized program focuses on intellectual growth, leadership development and global awareness. It aims to extend, and enhance, previous academic and extra-curricular experiences.

Participants attend panels, discussions and presentations led by professors and professionals who are foremost in their field and are exemplars of commitment, creativity and courage.