As we launch into a new year, explore campus events discussing change, both personal and global. At this week’s events, you can learn about developments in the business and geopolitical realms, explore study abroad opportunities, and set goals for your well-being.

Here at Bwog, we do our best to bring your attention to important guest lecturers and special events on campus. If you have a correction or addition, let us know in the comments or email events@bwog.com.

Student Spotlight:

Towards Tomorrow: Columbia Women’s Business Society 21st Annual Conference

  • Sunday, February 9, 9:30 am to 5 pm, Lerner Roone Arledge Auditorium.
  • This conference will feature panels and keynotes discussing new developments in the business world. Hosted by Columbia Women’s Business Society, the conference will highlight the unique role of businesswomen amid these changes. The event will also include catering, gift bags, and raffle prizes.
  • Register here.

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Negotiating with the Devil: Inside the World of Armed Conflict Mediation

  • Thursday, February 6, 6 to 7 pm, Buell Hall, East Gallery.
  • This talk with Pierre Hazan and Jean-Marie Guéhenno will reflect on dilemmas surrounding peacekeeping and conflict mediation with terrorists and war criminals. Hazan will shed light on the necessity for mediation to adapt to a new geopolitical environment with cyberwar and AI, while Guéhenno will focus on his own experiences working for the UN.
  • Register here.

Renew and Refresh: Setting Your 2025 Well-Being Goals

  • Tuesday, February 4, 12 to 1 pm, Online.
  • With this workshop, you can set goals to improve your well-being in 2025. The workshop, presented by well-being specialist Kamila Pavezzi, will help participants define meaningful goals, connect with Columbia well-being resources, and create an achievable plan of action.
  • Register here.

Dining in Eggcellence: Sushi Edition

  • Tuesday, February 4, 5 to 8 pm, Lerner Hall, Wang Pavilion.
  • Learn how to make sushi with Chef Mike! The event will feature a hands-on cooking segment, teaching the tips and techniques for making sushi at home.
  • Register here.

Study Abroad Open House at Maison Française

  • Tuesday, February 4, 6 to 7 pm, Buell Hall, East Gallery.
  • Discover opportunities to engage with French language and culture through Columbia’s study abroad programs, whether for the Fall/Spring Semester, Academic Year, or Summer. The event will be hosted by the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE) and Columbia’s Department of French.
  • Register here.

Stillness Lab

  • Wednesday, February 5, 1 to 2 pm, Milstein Center, Room LL020.
  • Having a stressful week? Relax at the Stillness Lab, where you can close your eyes under soft lighting and gentle sound, away from the bustle of New York City and Barnumbia. If you miss it this week, don’t worry: The lab will be open every Wednesday throughout the semester!
  • No registration required.

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