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Year in Review
As the year comes to a close, Columbia Mailman School looks back on special memories and accomplishments of 2023.
2023 Highlights
Leadership | Education | Research | Community | Events | Publications & Multimedia
Leadership
![Planet Earth with a black background](https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_200/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=_mVjgkZg 200w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_260/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=_jYESlUQ 260w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_320/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=g6ExACcB 320w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_400/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=HazCIoCj 400w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_520/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=AnCWUTw4 520w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_640/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=fhSmMu9- 640w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_800/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=YhbUuUKu 800w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1040/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=TQwaYAsk 1040w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1280/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=fqe20d6a 1280w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1600/public/media/images/teaser/2023-11/planet_earth_2100x1181.jpg?itok=s0OzU5Ni 1600w)
Faculty at Global Climate Summit Put Health on the Agenda
Faculty experts in climate and health brought their insights to COP28 in Dubai. Read more >
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Collaboration Seeks to Clear the Air in the South Bronx
Scientists and environmental justice activists launch an ambitious research project. Read more >
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First Lady Jill Biden Joins African First Ladies at Inaugural Executive Leadership Program
First ladies from eight African countries convened at Columbia Mailman to examine critical public health issues. Read more >
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ICAP Marks Its 20th Anniversary
The ICAP team, global health leaders, and experts convened for a celebratory event and panel discussion at Low Library. Read more >
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Promoting Health in Our Surrounding Communities
Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health faculty partner to boost the health of NYC residents. Read more >
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Conference Highlights Findings on Gun Violence Prevention
Our faculty presented at the National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms, the largest gathering of researchers in the field. Read more >
Education
![Senator Cory Booker](https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_200/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=EwGJNWRA 200w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_260/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=UroQ2dzc 260w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_320/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=kOdE0ghD 320w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_400/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=mxudjv8m 400w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_520/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=HJPI7293 520w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_640/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=FX58FSlq 640w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_800/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=O0ODca0c 800w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1040/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=HfDd0wTY 1040w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1280/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=2bIbkXkD 1280w, https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/cola_media_1600/public/media/images/teaser/2023-05/classcongress050123-21x9.jpg?itok=YOZ7dlZI 1600w)
Senator Cory Booker
A Classroom Exercise Becomes a Congressional Bill
Students help shape congressional legislation to reduce mass incarceration. Read more >
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BIPOC and First-Generation Mentoring Program Demonstrates Success
The program aims to improve participants’ experiences, and to meet their educational and professional goals. Read more >
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CVS Health Collaboration Elevates Menstruation Education for Girls
The company featured educational materials created by faculty. Read more >
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Competition Spotlights Student Health Communications
The Health Messaging for Justice Competition featured campaigns to reduce stigma and enhance social justice. Read more >
Research
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Third in Nation for NIH Public Health Funding
Columbia Mailman is third in the nation for NIH Prime Awards to schools of public health. Read more >
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Kiros Berhane addresses the symposium. Photo: Lou Rocco
Biostatistics Symposium Highlights Partnerships and Innovation
The inaugural Columbia Biostatistics Research Symposium showcased new developments in the field. Read more >
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Shining a Light on the Health of American Mothers
Maternal mortality in the U.S. is on the rise. More than half of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum year. Read more >
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Expert Testimony Leads to Law on Toxic-Free Cosmetics
Professor Ami Zota testified before the Washington State Senate on the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act, which is now law. Read more >
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How Extreme Heat, Smoke, and Flooding Threaten Our Health
Our experts review health impacts of climate change-related emergencies and offer advice on how we can protect ourselves. Read more >
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Pandemic Has Lasting Effects on Teen Mental Health
The study of Icelandic teenagers also found an uptick in substance use. Read more >
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Calorie Restriction Slows Pace of Aging in Healthy Adults
The approach shows evidence of slowing the pace of biological aging in a human randomized trial. Read more >
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Deconstructing Aging in Pursuit of a Unified Theory of Health
Professor Allan Cohen uses statistical tools to look for clues on how our bodies maintain homeostasis. Read more >
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Blood and Urinary Metal Levels High among Exclusive Marijuana Users
The study is the largest to date to link self-reported marijuana use to internal measures of metal exposure. Read more >
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Assessing the Mental Health Needs of Afghani Refugees
Our researchers share the compelling backstory of their Grand Challenges collaboration. Read more >
Community
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New Faculty Bring Expertise, Enthusiasm
Over the course of a year, thirteen new full-time faculty joined Columbia Mailman. Read more >
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From Columbia Mailman Student to White House Fellow
Recent graduate Kamal Menghrajani, MS ’23, shares her experience as a White House Fellow. Read more >
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A New Vision for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Yvonne Ortiz is the School’s new Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Read more >
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Student Anti-Racism Corps Partners for Change
FORWARD Fellows embed in the School’s departments, centers, and programs to identify opportunities to advance antiracism. Read more >
Events
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Photo: Michael DiVito
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik Visits Mailman
“The work you do here could not be more important,” President Shafik said. Read more >
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TV Series Dramatizes the Dangers of Climate Change
A star-studded drama from the writer of the movie Contagion foregrounds science-informed storytelling. Read more >
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CAPRISA Celebrates 20 Years of Public Health Progress
Public health leaders gathered in Durban, South Africa, to celebrate two decades of accomplishments. Read more >
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Career Fair Puts Students on the Fast Track
The Columbia Mailman Career Fair is one of the country’s largest public health recruiting events. Read more >
Centennial Gala Celebrates Public Health Leadership
A special Centennial Gala fundraiser celebrated a century of the Columbia Mailman School. Read more >
Documentary Sparks Discussion of Healthy Longevity
Broadcast journalist Gayle King moderated the event at Hearst Tower on West 57th Street. Read more >
Anthony Fauci Receives Public Health’s Highest Honor
The Frank A. Calderone Prize was bestowed to Anthony Fauci at an April 27 ceremony. Read more >
What Would It Take to Effectively Communicate About Public Health?
The Grand Rounds discussion featured Jelani Cobb, Salim Abdool Karim, and Perri Peltz. Read more >
Publications and Multimedia
Columbia Public Health Magazine - 2023 Issue
Stories explore our innovative educational programs, groundbreaking research, and vibrant community. Read more >
Documentary Spotlights Need for Climate and Health Education
The Global Center on Climate and Health Education trains clinicians and public health practitioners. Read more >
A video takes an inside look at the Global Alliance for Preventing Pandemics. Read more >
Recent graduates give their advice to incoming students.