A Welcome Message from Laila Maher
Dean of Student and Alumni Affairs
Now more than ever it is crucial for artists to be supported as they pursue their craft. The life of an artist as well as that of a student involves much more than the classroom and the work itself, and this is where the Office of Student Affairs comes in. In addition to guiding new students through the process of transitioning to the School of the Arts, we plan the School-wide orientation, School of the Arts Convocation, and support student groups, events, and activities.
We also play a critical role in connecting School of the Arts students to the larger university and necessary services, and help students navigate many of the central offices including Health Services (which houses the Office of Disability Services, Insurance, Immunization, and Counseling and Psychological Services), Columbia Residential, Public Safety, University Life, the International Students and Scholars Office, and the Registrar's Office. Our office also helps to uphold many of the School and University-wide policies and we manage the School’s disciplinary procedures.
The Artists’ Resource Center, also part of our Office, maintains information on funding opportunities and career resources for students and alumni at the Columbia University School of the Arts, and provides consultations to students and alumni to help them look for professional development opportunities and more.
After graduation, the Office of Alumni Affairs provides more than 7000 alumni artists, creators, and leaders with opportunities to stay connected with the School of the Arts, the Columbia Alumni Association (CAA), and one another through alumni programming, benefits, a monthly newsletter, and collaborations with CAA Arts Access.
Our ultimate goal is to support our students and alums while they pursue their education as valued members of our dynamic community and as they navigate their time after graduation.
Student & Alumni News
The winners of the Golden Globe Awards 2021 were announced on Sunday, and Jodie Foster won the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Pictur
Carol Becker, Dean of Faculty at Columbia University School of the Arts, has announced that Ayad Akhtar '02, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of '
Alumna Nana Dakin ’18 directs Love Letter To A Seed, an illustrated letter, invitation, and audio experience.
Celebrating its eighth year of connecting talented alumni with the film industry, the& Columbia Blue List represents the finest unproduced scre
Uncovering the Heritage Silhouette is a bi-weekly series diving into how tradition influences the creation of art.
Dramaturgy alumna Ilana Lucas ’10 was recently appointed Vice President of the Canadian Theatre Critics’ Association (CTCA).
The short drama Outsiders , directed by Film student Gleb Osatinksi and co-written by Osatinski and alumnus Joshua Harris ’20, won the award for Be
The Print Center presents a solo exhibition 'Before I Died I Was Invisible' by Student Kevin Claiborne in Philadelphia, PA.
Reign is Over, a debut chapbook by Poetry student Emily Simon, was published on February 14, 2021 by Choo Choo Press, a small Risograph press co-fo
Directing Student Rebecca Miller Kratzer was recently named the Resident Stage Director & Chief Engagement Officer at Helios Opera.
Soon After First Light is a series where we talk craft, process, and pandemic with Columbia's accomplished writing professors.
For George on His 30th Birthday, written, directed & featuring music by alumna Ursula Ellis '17 is now available to view on Directors Notes and