Last Thursday, Columbia’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation (GSAPP) hosted a discussion between Dr. Deepa Ramaswamy and Dr. Amiel Bizé, moderated by Professor Reinhold Martin as a part of the speaker series “Conversation on Architecture and Land in and out of the Americas.” Both speakers presented their research on the effects of “made […]

Unfortunately, we all know it: midterms season is here. This time of the semester definitely gets busy, but luckily, if you are looking for a break from your studies, simply check out this week’s “Every Event on Campus” and find the event just for you!

Mikhail Zygar, a renowned writer and journalist, spoke at the Harriman Institute regarding his new book and the beliefs and narratives that led to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

On Monday, Bwog Staff Writers Harriet Engelke and Serena Saad attended a women’s health panel hosted by Planned Parenthood Generation of Columbia.  Content warning: Mentions of sexual assault. 

This week’s “Every Event on Campus” is full of events delving into a wide range of political issues, from a bipartisan student debate to an international symposium on the aftermath of Latin American dictatorships. If you’re not particularly interested in politics, don’t fret; there are always other interesting events happening on campus!

In her first official address to the university, the newly inaugurated President Minouche Shafik proposed a new social contract between universities and society, while three groups of protesters chanted on.

Last Wednesday, Bwog Staff Writer Sabine Ebanks attended a talk on the changing order of the Middle East with Professor Rashid Khalidi.

This week’s “Every Event On Campus” is full of inaugurations. From the opening event of the new series “Culture on the Corner” at The Forum to the investiture ceremony of President Shafik, don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate these many firsts! 

Staff Writer Clara Goldberg attended a lecture with award–winning author Nafissa Thompson-Spires.

On Tuesday, Staff Writer Adria Marin attended Barnard’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s “Studying the Now: Affirmative Action” discussion regarding institutional diversity policies and practices, moderated by President Rosenbury, Professor Melissa Murray, and VP Jennifer Rosales of DEI. 

On Monday, Staff Writers Charlie Bonkowsky and Izagani Aquino attended “The Protection of Civilians in Armed Combat,” a talk by the Dutch Minister of Defense Kajsa Ollongren.

Staff Writer Tara Lago reflects on a beautiful art form, collaboration, and reconnecting with old friends.

On Friday, Deputy Arts Editor Isa RingswaldEgan attended the Barnard Center for Research on Women’s (BCRW) “Feminist Revolution in Iran: Reflections on Year One,” a conversation between feminist Iranian scholars Bahareh Badiei, Kiana Karimi, N. of the Begoo Collective, and Dr. Fatemeh Shams, moderated by Barnard professor Manijeh Moradian. 

On Thursday, Romanian President Klaus Iohannis condemned Russian aggression and emphasized the need for a united international community.

Happy first full week of fall! Events this week include a book launch, a discussion with the Dutch Minister of Defense, and a panel analysis on the effects of the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision on affirmative action in college admissions.