This morning, Interim Provost Ira Katznelson updated the community on the University’s perspective and proposals regarding the ongoing graduate student strike. The union, the GWC-UAW, calls it a “step in the right direction,” but demands further assurances of neutrality in the process.

Columbia University released a list of study and dining accommodations for Muslim students observing Ramadan.

Columbia College announced, in an online news update, that actor and director Mario Van Peebles, is tasked with presenting the keynote to graduating students as this year’s Class Day speaker.

Barnard and Columbia students will soon be able to schedule appointments at Columbia vaccination sites, given eligibility requirements, according to emails sent out to students this morning.  

President Beilock and Vice President for Student Affairs Joseph Defraine Greenwell sent emails supporting the AAPI community following the anti-Asian shootings in Atlanta.

An email sent by President Bollinger earlier this afternoon shared details about the virtual commencement ceremony and the upcoming fall semester.

In an email to students this evening, Columbia revealed that it will vaccinate all in-person staff due to expanded New York State rules regarding eligibility.

The Graduate Workers of Columbia have officially begun their strike for a fair contract with the University after weeks of unsuccessful bargaining, meaning thousands of graduate workers will cease all instruction, research, and communication through University platforms. 

Bwoggers witnessed an outdoor tent fully raised on Futter Field today.

On Thursday, February 25th, the Columbia Union for Postdoctoral Workers held a rally on Low Steps and announced that they will strike on March 15 if their demands are not met.

This morning, the Barnard Covid Testing Center revealed that they have created a new category for “inconclusive” COVID-19 test results, which occur when one probe detects a COVID-19 strain while another does not.

Barnard College will extend deadlines for P/D/F grading and the ability to withdraw from a class for the Spring 2021 semester.

Multiple undergraduate students living in Hartley Hall have tested positive for COVID-19, according to an email from Dean Kromm and Columbia Health Medical Director Bernitz today.

Barnard College has announced that it will be extending the temporary SAT and ACT test-optional policy for students applying for Fall/Spring 2022 and Fall/Spring 2023.

Barnard College announced new developments in its climate action plans earlier this afternoon, building on its 2019 Climate Action goals for 360-degree climate action.