GS is excited to announce that this year’s Class Day Speaker is award-winning filmmaker, photographer, and author Elegance Bratton '14GS (Elegance Bratton)! #GSalumni #OwlTogether2021 bit.ly/3udhmvX

At its 27th Annual Paul Robeson Conference and Gala in February, Columbia BLSA gathered virtually and honored New York City mayoral candidate @MayaWiley ’89 and Judge Lisa White Hardwick, the first Black woman to serve on an appellate court in Missouri. bit.ly/2QQ2RzC

#ColumbiaSPH Dr. Robert Fullilove joins NYS’s “Roll Up Your Sleeve” campaign to encourage Black and Latinx residents to get the #COVID19 vaccine. #publichealth ow.ly/6b9K50Eh2s0

I JUST GOT INTO COLUMBIA? 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

Roberta Hannah, a senior at Springfield High School of Science and Technology in Massachusetts, received some VERY good news amid the coronavirus crisis 🙌🏾 bit.ly/39DMGMP

BREAKING: DMX, the raspy-voiced hip-hop artist who produced the songs “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem” and “Party Up (Up in Here)" and who rapped with a trademark delivery that was often paired with growls, barks and “What!” as an ad-lib, has died. He was 50. apne.ws/3Nek0bR

Today, I met this man in my apartment lobby who recognized me from a viral picture of the Black Harvard Law Class of 2021. He said that picture inspired him to apply to law school. The whole time I was like omg wow, impact. Lift as you climb <3

For more than nine years, DREAMers have watched courts and politicians debate whether they’ll be allowed to stay in the only country many of them have ever known. It’s long past time for Congress to act and give them the protection and certainty they deserve.

Today, we officially broke ground on the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. Michelle and I can’t imagine a better investment in the city we love, and generations of young leaders who will help create change.

Columbia needs to throw an annual Lerner party space function strictly for Black alumni from ‘07 - ‘15 to relive that “no hands” era at homecoming. Lol. We a PWI but them lil functions used to go up 🤣

At a time when voting rights are being rolled back, the Freedom to Vote Act would strengthen our democracy and give more Americans a voice. That’s why the Senate should do the right thing and protect what so many generations fought so hard to secure.

You cannot make people into something they are not…Life becomes more peaceful when you accept people as they are and respond accordingly

We’re excited to announce that Homecoming Ticket sales are now live. Events are priced individually; there is also a more cost-effective weekend pass for folks who think they’ll come to more than one event. Any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Thursday, October 20th (6pm-8pm) Sheila Abdus-Salaam Lecture - This event, organized by Black Barnard Alumnae, is to honor the late Honorable Sheila Abdus-Salaam '74BC '77LAW. Join this important commemoration of her life and legacy. Barnard College lnkd.in/eaCJxsRS

Friday, October 21st (5-7pm) Art Gallery Walk- This will take place in Harlem's Black-owned Heath Gallery. The event will offer alums the opportunity to walk the gallery and discuss the exhibition over champagne.

Friday, October 21st (6-11pm)- Happy Hour social at Row House Harlem. We'll have the entire space starting at 6pm. Food and drink tickets will be available throughout the evening, first come first serve.

Saturday October, 22nd (10am-3pm) Tailgate - Our annual tailgate will be hosted at Brown Sugar Bar & Restaurant- across the street from Wien Stadium and Kraft Field. This premium black-owned venue will provide us with mimosas and brunch before the game.

Saturday, October 22nd (9pm-Until) Homecoming Reception - Our signature annual celebration will feature an open bar and hors d'oeuvres for 1.5 hrs, celebrating our Black Columbia Alumni community. We have the space all night, so invite a friend or 2 to party with us!