Winter 2013-14
Cover Story
More than ever, the College is taking steps to prepare its students to be engaged and effective global citizens
By Shira Boss ’93, ’97J, ’98 SIPA
Web Extras
Features
Bollinger talks about the philosophy behind the Columbia Global Centers, their impact now and in the future, and what it means to be a global citizen in the 21st century.
International students reflect on their reasons for choosing the College and their experiences in making the cultural and academic transition.
By Nathalie Alonso ’08; photos by Char Smullyan
New programs and destinations give students myriad ways to enhance their College education with an international experience. Plus: Excerpts from a blog kept by Melissa Chiang ’14 last summer in Shanghai.
By Ted Rabinowitz ’87
College alumni often trace their success living and working internationally to their liberal arts education, the diverse Columbia student body and the unique nature of New York City.
By Ted Rabinowitz ’87