100 upcoming lectures events
Hell Gate Walking Tour (Randall's Island NYC)
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
Randall's Island Park
Explore Hell Gate's perilous history on a guided outdoor walk along Randall's Island, tracing the East River currents and legends that once terrified sailors. Learn local lore from a knowledgeable guide while taking in waterfront views and historic sites.
Risk, Resilience, & Returns: Biodiversity as Competitive Edge for Business
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
Online Event
Online lecture tied to Columbia's MS in Biodiversity Data Analytics program, examining how biodiversity analytics translate climate risks into measurable business resilience and competitive advantage for firms.
The Many Lives of Alexandra Danilova
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
An in-depth exploration of the life and legacy of legendary ballet dancer Alexandra Danilova, weaving archival footage and expert commentary. Hosted at Lincoln Center, this history-focused lecture sheds light on Danilova's impact on 20th-century dance and her collaborations with major choreographers. A must for ballet lovers and historians.
Lecture: “Did Dorothy Day Fail the Black Freedom Movement?”
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
O’Hare Special Collections Room, Walsh Library
This historical lecture at Fordham’s Walsh Library examines Dorothy Day's role in the Black Freedom Movement, using David Evans' Damned Whiteness to explore the complexities of white Christian allyship. A rigorous, idea-driven session that challenges conventional narratives about race, faith, and social change.
"The Wandering Jew in Israel, 1952-1955"
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Kent Hall, 1140 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 617
Columbia hosts Prof. Yair Mintzker for a scholarly lecture tracing the origin of the Wandering Jew in Israel during 1952–1955. The talk surveys the anonymous 1602 pamphlet and its reception, exploring memory, exile, and how religious stigma travels through history.
The Incompatibilities Between Generative AI and Art
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Pulitzer Hall, 2950 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 3rd FL Lecture Hall
At Columbia Journalism School's Pulitzer Hall, The Incompatibilities Between Generative AI and Art brings Ted Chiang in dialogue with Denise Cruz for an insightful New York evening on creativity, ethics, and machine authorship.
Emerging mCDR governance issues at the London Convention & Protocol
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 6:00 AM
An online webinar examining emerging mCDR governance issues under the London Convention & Protocol. The session reviews past decisions and outlines open legal questions, offering insights into how international maritime law may apply to climate-related carbon removal.
Inga Richter Seminar Series: Dr. Shino Murakami
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM
Hunter College
As part of the Inga Richter Seminar Series, Dr. Shino Murakami delivers a scholarly talk at Hunter College (WCMC) in New York City. This university seminar offers insights into the presenter’s field and venue, ideal for students and professionals seeking intellectual engagement.
DIY Grrrl: Constructing, Disrupting, and Reclaiming Girlhood in the 1990s
Mon, 20 Apr 2026
80WSE
DIY Grrrl: Constructing, Disrupting, and Reclaiming Girlhood in the 1990s invites you to a thought‑provoking New York lecture unpacking DIY culture, zines, riot grrrl ethics, and punk energy that reshaped girlhood.
Ophthalmology Research Grand Rounds: Dr. Robin Ali
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM
Roy And Diana Vagelos Education Center, 104 Haven Ave., New York, NY 10032 VEC 201
At the Roy and Diana Vagelos Education Center, 104 Haven Ave, NY, Ophthalmology Research Grand Rounds features Dr. Robin Ali presenting cutting-edge eye research to a standing-room NYC audience.
Digital Colonialism
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM
CUNY Grad Center, 365 5th Ave
An evening lecture at the CUNY Grad Center examining how digital infrastructures reinforce global power imbalances, with researchers tackling data sovereignty, AI governance, and ethical design. Aimed at students and professionals, this talk invites critical perspectives on technology’s colonial legacies and future governance.
Redrawing Power: The Supreme Court and the Future of Executive Authority
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM
Hunter College
Panel discussion on the balance of power between the judiciary and the presidency, featuring law professors and legal experts. Part of the Democracy Under Pressure series at Hunter College, the talk explores how the Supreme Court shapes executive authority and U.S. governance.
Infectious Disease Epidemiology Unit Seminar
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
Hammer Health Sciences Center, 701 W. 168 St., New York, NY 10032 LL110
Academic seminar at Hammer Health Sciences Center featuring Sunil S. Solomon on translating two decades of infectious-disease research into practice for people who inject drugs; talk runs 12:00–1:00 pm in Room 305.
Crash Dummies Podcast
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 3:30 PM
The Loft At City Winery - New York City
Experience Crash Dummies Podcast as a live recording at City Winery NYC. The show features candid discussions, audience Q&A, and witty banter in an intimate loft setting, delivering behind-the-scenes insights with the hosts.
Architects Discuss How Design Shapes Cultural Production
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 6:30 PM
Architects Michael P. Murphy and Billie Tsien explore how the forms of architecture shape cultural production, from gathering spaces to care practices. Moderated by Spencer Bailey, this hybrid in-person/online discussion probes architecture as a catalyst for change and the real-world implications for communities.
Paul Horn — The Evolution of Non-Human Intelligence, The Future of Humanity
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 10:00 AM
NYU engineering hosts a public lecture on the evolution of non-human intelligence and its implications for humanity, exploring science, ethics, and the future of technology.
Essential Insights: Using Data to Tell Better Stories
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM
Via Zoom
Join Fordham's Essential Insights virtual session on using data to tell better stories and ask sharper questions. A practical look at data literacy for professionals across arts, media, and social impact, hosted via Zoom.
Exploring Healthcare Careers
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Wasserman Center, Presentation Room B
An informational session at NYU Wasserman Center exploring careers in healthcare, with insights on paths, skills, and opportunities.
Transforming Maternal Health Featuring Dr. Phyllis Sharps
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
NYU Meyers College of Nursing<br /> 433 1st Avenue<br /> First Floor Lobby<br /> New York, NY 10010
Dr. Phyllis Sharps shares cutting-edge research on reducing violence and improving health for mothers and babies. Learn how innovative nursing care and new technology create a blueprint for safety in homes nationwide at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. A must-attend talk for public-health professionals, students, and caregivers.
Lectures on Tap
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Loft At City Winery - New York City
An evening of engaging talks at The Loft at City Winery NYC. Lectures on Tap pairs thought-provoking science-focused talks with a wine-friendly venue, offering an intimate, upscale atmosphere for curious adults and professionals.
American Religion is...Renewal
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM
Union Theological Seminary, 3041 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 The Burke Library
An academic lecture in the Shifting Paradigms of American Religion series, featuring Christopher Crawford, Joseph L. Tucker Edmonds, and Kayla Renée Wheeler, moderated by Justine Ellis. Held at The Burke Library (Union Theological Seminary), it explores evolving perspectives on American religion and public life.
Inside NYC’s Largest Recycling Facility: Circular Services Brooklyn Tour �
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
The Sims Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility (MRF)
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of Circular Services’ Sunset Park MRF, NYC’s largest recycling plant for residential recyclables. See how metals, glass, and plastics are sorted with conveyor systems, explore the Recycling Education Center, and learn how recycling drives the circular economy.
Ethics Grand Rounds
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM
Hybrid
Ethics Grand Rounds goes hybrid in New York, pairing clinical ethics case discussions with in-person and virtual attendance, a polished forum where medicine meets moral philosophy.
Hester Thrale Piozzi’s Scrapbook as Life Writing — 2026 Fales Lecture
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM
Bobst Library, 2nd Floor, NYU Special Collections, Bobst Library
A scholarly talk that frames Hester Thrale Piozzi’s scrapbook Minced Meat for Pyes as life-writing and a material artifact. Julie Park examines how the eighteenth-century diarist’s notebooks illuminate social networks, literary culture, and the archive at NYU's Bobst Library.
Advancing Digital Dentistry
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM
Advancing Digital Dentistry is a live online lecture via Zoom, led by Jessica Birrell, CDT, offering 1.5 CDE credits as Columbia CDM hosts a high-level session for dental pros, with AC partnership.
Multidisciplinary Artist: Practice & Poetry Q&A
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 6:00 PM
Pamela Sneed discusses her multidisciplinary practice and her current show Sacred and Profane at the Leslie Lohman Museum of Art in NYC, followed by a live poetry reading from her manuscript 9:29 for George Floyd: poetry, criticism, protest, and mourning. The session includes a Q&A moderated by Professor Fred Moten.
Kevin Cooley: Climate & Nature-Based Art
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 6:30 PM
A timely lecture by multidisciplinary artist Kevin Cooley on climate, nature, and humanity's shifting relationship with the environment, including reflections on fire as subject and force after the Eaton Fire.
Proseminar: Dr. Aimee Hilado presentation
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM
Kimball Block (246 Greene St, New York, NY)
Proseminar: Dr. Aimee Hilado presents in the Kimball Block, 246 Greene St, New York, NY—a thoughtful lecture on current research with lively discussion in a classic campus setting.
What Is Intelligence? - Thomistic Institute
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Catholic Center at NYU
Dr. Gyula Klima examines what we mean by intelligence across human, artificial, and inhuman forms, exploring the boundaries of machine cognition. This Thomistic Institute talk at the Catholic Center at NYU asks how these distinctions shape our understanding of mind and machine.
Soho Forum Debate
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM
Sheen Center, 18 Bleecker St
Public-policy debate at the Sheen Center in New York as the Soho Forum hosts a sharp discussion on timely political and philosophical issues. Expect rigorous, accessible arguments from prominent speakers in an intimate theatre setting.
Lawmaking under Authoritarianism in Argentina, Brazil, and Spain
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
International Affairs Building
Columbia hosts a scholarly book talk examining how legislatures in authoritarian regimes function, balancing factional politics, with case studies from Argentina, Brazil, and Spain. The discussion delves into power-sharing dynamics and policy influence across dictatorships.
26th Annual Winter Lecture Series
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
New York Botanical Garden
The 26th Annual Winter Lecture Series at New York Botanical Garden gathers three thought leaders to explore gardening as a way of thinking. The program touches on Bunny Mellon’s legacy, a study center, a botanical oasis, and storytelling about trees, blending horticulture with insightful discourse.
2026 Bancroft Prizes in American History and Diplomacy
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
The Forum at Columbia University, 601 W. 125th St., New York, NY 10027 2nd floor
Columbia University hosts the Bancroft Prizes ceremony and reception for the 2026 winners in American History and Diplomacy at The Forum.
Seyla Benhabib: Critical Theory and Law
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM
The Remarque Institute, 60 5th Avenue, 8th floor
Seyla Benhabib explores critical theory and law in a rich lecture at The Remarque Institute, 60 Fifth Avenue, inviting sharp dialogue amid New York's scholarly atmosphere.
Hegel 13/13 | Bruno Bosteels on Hegel and Adorno
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 1:15 PM
Jerome Greene Annex, 410 W. 117 St., New York, NY 10027
In-person lecture at Columbia on Hegel and Adorno with Bruno Bosteels, exploring late-20th-century philosophy and critical theory.
Juilliard Green Club Celebrates Earth Month
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 3:30 PM
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Juilliard's Green Club hosts an Earth Month event at Lincoln Center, featuring short talks and a showcase highlighting sustainability in the performing arts. The evening invites audiences to explore eco-friendly practices in music and culture, with student speakers and a panel discussion about environmental responsibility in the arts.
Curation as Care
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 10:30 AM
Queensborough Community College
Online-only lecture at Queensborough Community College exploring curatorial care in museums, focusing on human rights, Indigenous histories, and the Kupferberg Holocaust Center. A thoughtful discussion on ethics, curation, and community in contemporary museums. Apr 22, 2026, 14:30 UTC.
Food for Humanity Seminar Series: Andrew Berardy
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 10:00 AM
The Forum at Columbia University, 601 W. 125th St., New York, NY 10027 2nd floor
Join the Food for Humanity Seminar Series at The Forum, Columbia University, for a talk by Dr. Andrew Berardy on sustainable food systems that fuse climate science with food security research. Explore how climate resilience informs policy, partnerships, and practical solutions shaping global food systems.
New Horizons in Maternal and Family Wellness
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM
NYU Meyers College of Nursing<br /> 433 1st Avenue<br /> First Floor Lobby<br /> New York, NY 10010
Join Dr. Phyllis Sharps for a focused lecture on maternal and family wellness at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. The talk highlights evidence-based approaches to protect pregnant people and their families, emphasizing resilience, early intervention, and practical care strategies for healthier beginnings.
Sciame Lecture Series: Ben Goldfarb
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
The City College of New York
Ben Goldfarb presents a lecture in the Spitzer School of Architecture Sciame Lecture Series at The City College of New York, weaving ecology with urban design and architectural thinking. Set on a prestigious NYC campus, the talk offers fresh perspectives on how built environments shape ecological narratives.
Astronomy Night at Intrepid Museum
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
Intrepid Museum (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86)
Free Astronomy Night at the Intrepid Museum features talks by astronauts, engineers, and scientists plus educator-led activities for families. Enjoy hands-on space exploration and stargazing in NYC for an inspiring, kid-friendly evening.
Lafayette Between Two Worlds. A Talk by Laura Auricchio
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Columbia Maison Française — East Gallery (Buell Hall)
Step into an intimate, illuminating talk by Laura Auricchio at Buell Hall’s East Gallery, where Lafayette’s life—France and America, war hero and diplomat—gets fresh nuance beyond the banners and myths.
DIY Grrrl in the 1990s: Constructing and Reclaiming Girlhood
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
80WSE
An NYU academic lecture examining how 1990s DIY culture reframed girlhood, challenging norms and reclaiming identity through feminist media.
Elections
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
370 Jay Street
Hosted by the National Society of Black Engineers, this session covers who’s running, their platforms, and how they’d shape policy. Attend speeches, ask questions, and get informed to vote with a clearer sense of what matters in the election.
Finding Refuge at Bryn Mawr: Emmy Noether
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM
Queensborough Community College
This talk traces Emmy Noether's exile from Nazi Germany and its impact on mathematics and refugee memory, linking Holocaust history to modern academia. Presented in person and online at Queensborough Community College, with ties to the Kupferberg Holocaust Center.
Tech-Driven, Human-Centered: Leading Through Disruption
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Off-campus Deloitte 30 Rockefeller Plaza 40th Floor New York, NY 10112
Industry leaders from technology and business explore how AI and other innovations move from pilot to enterprise-wide deployment, focusing on value assessment, risk, and change management. Hosted at Deloitte in midtown Manhattan, the program offers practical insights on adapting culture and operations to disruption.
DeWitt Goodman Seminar: Matthew Carter, PhD
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital P&S Amphitheater 1
At Columbia University Vagelos P&S Amphitheater 1, the DeWitt Goodman Seminar features Matthew Carter, PhD, sharing neuroscience insights and teaching innovation in an engaging, accessible lecture.
CFGNY — Lecture on Practice and Making Exhibitions
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
34 Stuyvesant Street, New York, NY 10003
CFGNY will discuss their practice and approach to creating exhibitions and artworks, offering insights into their methods, curation, and creative process. The talk takes place at 34 Stuyvesant Street, New York, on April 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM in an indoor lecture setting.
PM in B2B SaaS
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 2:15 PM
Leslie eLab
An NYU-hosted Product Management Club talk on how PM works in B2B SaaS, with guest speakers outlining decision-making under compliance, long sales cycles, and multi-stakeholder environments. A practical session for students and professionals interested in enterprise software product strategy, held at Leslie eLab in NYC.
The Elementary Spacetime Show
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
An immersive science-meets-performance night at Lincoln Center, The Elementary Spacetime Show blends cosmology-inspired visuals with live music and storytelling. Part of Lincoln Center Presents, the program invites curious adults to experience science through art in an intellectually engaging, cinematic setting.
How to Publish with a University Press
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
New York University
Learning on Tap
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM
The East Wing
An engaging history lecture for Fordham alumni at The East Wing, exploring the U.S. 250th birthday with Professor Chris Dietrich, blending insightful discussion, bar ambience, and social networking over bites.
Creative Insights | Gallery Talk with Adam Rubin
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 2:45 PM
The Morgan Library & Museum
A 45-minute gallery talk at The Morgan Library & Museum with Adam Rubin as part of Creative Insights. Friday, April 24, 2026, 6–6:45 PM. The event is free and open to all, with no advance registration required.
BFG Flagship Program Week 9
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM
School of Professional Studies
Week 9 of the BFG Flagship Finance Program at NYU SPS features an industry guest panel and Q&A plus reflections and key takeaways. The session bridges classroom finance concepts with recruiting expectations, sharpening technical skills and professional readiness for pursuing careers in finance.
Signature Speaker Series: Ginger Zee, ABC’s Chief Meteorologist
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 6:30 AM
The Forum at Columbia University, 601 W. 125th St., New York, NY 10027 2nd floor
Columbia's Climate School hosts Ginger Zee, ABC News' Chief Meteorologist, for a keynote on reporting climate change for network TV. The Forum talk examines how journalists translate science into public policy and perception, followed by a reception.
"Braiding New Research Worlds: Archaeology, Storywork & Wellbeing"
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM
Schermerhorn Extension, 1200 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 Room 951
Lecture on archaeology, storytelling, and wellbeing by Sonya Atalay at Schermerhorn Hall (Columbia), Apr 24, 2026, 4:30–6:30 PM, available in person and via Zoom.
Living and Working in the UK After Graduation
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
383 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10003
Campus lecture with the New York British Consulate on the UK's High Potential Individual visa for stays of at least two years. Sarah Bernabe of UKVI will explain eligibility and application steps; NYU students may attend on a first-come basis until capacity is reached.
Exploring NYC’s Ecological Past: Teaching with The Welikia Project & Layers of the Past
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
New York Botanical Garden
Take a journey through pre-urban New York with the Welikia Project as researchers map past rivers, wetlands, and biodiversity. Discover how these layers of history reshape science teaching and urban ecology storytelling at the New York Botanical Garden.
The Arts and Asian America - David Henry Hwang
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Faculty House, 64 Morningside Dr., New York, NY 10027 Presidential Ballroom
Join renowned playwright David Henry Hwang for a candid conversation on his prolific career across theatre, television, and opera, from M. Butterfly to The Monkey King and Flower Drum Song. Moderated by Heidi Kim, the talk explores his new works and Asian American representation in the evolving arts landscape.
Before New York: The Bronx
Mon, 27 Apr 2026
New York Botanical Garden
Dr. Eric W. Sanderson presents the opening lecture for Before New York: The Bronx, sharing 25 years of work reconstructing the Bronx's historical landscape, flora, and ecology as it existed 400 years ago, at the New York Botanical Garden.
Music Colloquium: Andrea Bohlman
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
NYU Silver Center Room 320 (32 Waverly Place)
Music Colloquium: Andrea Bohlman at NYU Silver Center, Room 320, 32 Waverly Place, gathers scholars and listeners for insightful analysis and live-context discussion in a lively Lower Manhattan academic setting.
Masoud Jasbi, UC Davis
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
New York University
Masoud Jasbi at New York University delivers a thought-provoking lecture, weaving UC Davis perspectives into contemporary scholarship on campus, tracing intersections of science, society, and policy in a lively, glass-walled auditorium.
Seminar: Suresh Naidu (Columbia University)
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 9:30 AM
Hunter College
Meet the Orchid Experts
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
New York Botanical Garden
Meet the Orchid Experts at the New York Botanical Garden as part of the Orchid Show. This talk series invites visitors to learn from leading orchid specialists, with programs scheduled Feb–Apr 2026 in the garden's conservatories. An engaging, family-friendly opportunity to dive into orchid diversity and care.
Hegel 13/13 with Homi Bhabha
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 1:15 PM
Jerome Greene Annex, 410 W. 117 St., New York, NY 10027
Academic lecture on Hegel featuring Homi Bhabha and Bernard E. Harcourt at Columbia University, NYC (in-person with virtual option).
West African Percussive Art and Western Music
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM
181 Mercer Street (at Bleecker Street) NYC
A cross-cultural talk at 181 Mercer Street NYC, West African percussive art meets Western music theory and improv, with experts guiding rhythms that thread tradition into contemporary sound.
Fixing Our Democracies
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
The Forum at Columbia University, 601 W. 125th St., New York, NY 10027 2nd floor
An academic-leaning dialogue at The Forum, featuring Peter MacLeod and HéLène Landemore on how citizens’ assemblies and deliberative processes could renew democracy. This panel-style talk at Columbia explores trust in institutions, public participation, and the politics of citizen engagement.
Learning in Lenapehoking
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
Kent Hall, 1140 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 617
Columbia hosts a lecture with Lenape Center and Teachers College on land-based learning, exploring Lenape presence, history, and futures in Lenapehoking.
Gradebook 101
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
New York University
NYU hosts Gradebook 101, an introductory lecture on using gradebook tools effectively. The session covers grading workflows, record-keeping, and generating reports for instructors and administrators, with a focus on practical tips for semester planning.
Social and psychological impact of contemporary antisemitism
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM
60 Fifth Avenue
Columbia professor Caryn Block and Yael Silverstein present research on the social and psychological impact of contemporary antisemitism.
Dance Historian Talk: Carnell Lyons (Tap Master)
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Legendary tap master Carnell Lyons steps into the role of dance historian for an engaging lecture at Lincoln Center. He traces tap's evolution, lineage, and artistry, offering rich stories and analysis in an intimate, city-side setting.
My America: Langston Hughes on Democracy
Mon, 27 Apr 2026
New York Society Library
Renowned scholar Randal Maurice Jelks examines Langston Hughes’s democratic vision, showing how poetry and Harlem Renaissance ideals illuminate art as resistance and democracy today at the New York Society Library.
Lunch talk on NYC Art Deco architecture with Anthony W. Robins
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM
SPS Midtown 20 West 43rd
During a lunch talk at SPS Midtown, Anthony W. Robins delves into NYC Art Deco architecture, tracing gleaming towers and hotel lobbies as he reveals design stories, icons, and urban transformation.
Why AI Needs Feminism
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM
Barnard Hall, 3009 Broadway
An insightful lecture at Barnard Hall exploring why feminist perspectives are essential in AI ethics, governance, and surveillance—from campus monitoring to global conflicts. The talk examines bias, accountability, and the social impact of machine intelligence, highlighting how technology shapes power and everyday life.
Digital Twins in Health Care: Clinical, Ethical & Legal Perspectives
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 4:00 AM
School of Social Work, 1255 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 Room C05
A Columbia University lecture at the School of Social Work exploring the clinical, ethical, and legal implications of digital twins in health care. The talk covers patient data, dynamic modeling, and how digital twins may inform clinical decisions.
Lecture on Composer and Cellist Adrien-François Servais
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
At Lincoln Center, Juilliard presents a focused lecture on Adrien-François Servais, the 19th-century Belgian composer and cellist. The talk traces Servais's influence in Romantic repertoire, supported by anecdotes and musical excerpts that illuminate his artistry and cello technique.
Can a Future Russia Become a "Normal Country?" If so, how?
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 7:15 AM
International Affairs Building
Attend a Harriman Institute lecture by Andrei Yakovlev on whether Russia can become a normal country. Moderated by Timothy Frye, the talk covers state–business relations, development, and industrial policy in Russia, set in the Marshall D. Shulman Seminar Room at Columbia's International Affairs Building.
Inga Richter Seminar Series: Dr. Scott Brady
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM
Hunter College
Dr. Scott Brady of the University of Illinois at Chicago delivers a science-focused talk in Hunter College’s Inga Richter Seminar Series. The accessible, research-forward lecture targets students and professionals, offering fresh insights in a formal NYC academic setting.
Reinventing Relationships with Katie Couric and Dr. Orna Guralnik
Sun, 3 May 2026 at 3:30 PM
The Loft At City Winery - New York City
Two leading voices, Katie Couric and Dr. Orna Guralnik, discuss modern relationships on City Winery NYC's Main Stage. An insightful, accessible evening blending psychology, media insight, and practical guidance for navigating dating, connection, and partnership today.
Art of Care: Artistic Work for Children and Social Reproduction
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
International Affairs Building
Columbia hosts a history lecture by Katja Kobolt on how childhood was redefined in Yugoslavia during and after WWII. The talk, moderated by Aleksandar Bošković and hosted by the Njegoš Endowment for Serbian Language and Culture and the Harriman Institute, takes place in the Marshall D. Shulman Seminar Room at the International Affairs Building.
Sustainability Safari at Wildbiene + Partner
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM
Join the Sustainability Safari with Wildbiene + Partner to discover practical solutions for promoting nature and biodiversity and learn how to apply regenerative approaches in your community or work.
Impact of Employment Laws on Occupational Suicide
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM
Hammer Health Sciences Center, 701 W. 168 St., New York, NY 10032 LL110
Academic seminar on how employment laws affect occupational suicide, presented by Jon Davis at Columbia's Hammer Health Sciences Center, with Zoom option.
The Ocean on Fire
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Columbia Maison Française — East Gallery (Buell Hall)
Columbia hosts Anais Maurer for a lecture on The Ocean on Fire, exploring Pacific stories of nuclear testing, climate activism, and the enduring impact on Oceanian communities.
Autoimmunity Meets Innovation: Cell Therapies
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
The New York Academy of Sciences
At the New York Academy of Sciences, Autoimmunity Meets Innovation delivers a cutting-edge lecture pairing leading immunologists with cell-therapy breakthroughs, offering translational insight and tomorrow's clinical possibilities.
Big Blue: AI Psychodiagnostics in Depression
Fri, 1 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
Online lecture hosted by the Center for Disability Studies and ACM History Committee. On Zoom, Friday May 1, 4-5:30 PM ET, Jeff Nagy speaks with Whit Pow about how AI is reshaping psychiatric disability and depression diagnosis—from DSM-era computation to contemporary algorithmic psychodiagnostics, and the implications for care and ethics.
Roxanne Khamsi & Apoorva Mandavilli
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM
McNally Jackson Books
Two leading science journalists, Roxanne Khamsi and Apoorva Mandavilli, discuss their reporting and the state of science journalism at McNally Jackson Books in New York, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into communicating science to the public.
Mother Dearest: Understanding our Mothers
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM
The Church of the Village
A cross-cultural conversation at The Church of the Village explores the mother–child bond across three countries, delving into roles, expectations, and identity in everyday life. An intimate, thought-provoking dialogue about motherhood.
Contemporary Economies of Attention and Spirituality
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM
Uris Hall, 3022 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 Uris Hall, Room 309
An academic lecture on how attention functions as an economic asset and its implications for spirituality and devotion. Featuring Lucy Alford, Jonathan Beller, and Natasha Schüll from Wake Forest, Pratt, and NYU, in Calder Lounge at Uris Hall, Columbia.
Product Series: Instagram
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 2:15 PM
Leslie eLab
Join a Product Series session with a Product Manager from Instagram and her engineering and data science partners as they walk through a real product they built together. Learn how cross-functional teams turn user problems into shipped features and gain practical insights into product development. Hosted by NYU's Product Management Club at Leslie eLab.
Religion and Nationalism in Turkey: Events, Spectacles, Emotions
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM
Schermerhorn Extension, 1200 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10027 Room 951
Join Ateş Altınordu of Sabancı University for a probing lecture on 2026-04-28 at 11:00, tracing religion and nationalism in Turkey from the late Ottoman Empire to today. The talk examines secular versus religious nationalisms, the use of Islam as a marker of citizenship, discrimination against non-Muslim citizens, and the Islamic turn of the Kurdish movement, followed by discussion.
Tips on the I-20 Transfer Application Process
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 5:30 AM
Live webinar on tips for the I-20 transfer application process for international students, covering steps, timelines, and required documents.
Critical Junctures: Project Management at the Center of Growth
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
Pulitzer Hall, 2950 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 3rd FL Lecture Hall
Columbia hosts a high-level discussion with industry leaders on pivotal moments in project management. Learn how missteps, shifting plans, and uncertainty shaped leadership and execution, with practical insights on risk, decision-making, and stakeholder alignment in growth contexts.
How to Stand Out in Job Interviews | Free Class
Tue, 5 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
General Assembly
Join General Assembly in New York City for a free class on How to Stand Out in Job Interviews. This career-development session covers interview strategies, standout storytelling, and AI-informed tips to sharpen your pitch, tailor your answers, and land offers. A practical, professional session for job-seekers.
Hematological Malignancies Seminar Series: Britta Will, PhD
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 8:15 AM
Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, 1130 St. Nicholas Ave., New York, NY 10032 Florence Irving Auditorium
Hematological Malignancies Seminar Series welcomes Britta Will, PhD, an associate professor across oncology, medicine, and cell biology, in the Florence Irving Auditorium for a cutting-edge talk on stem cell research and regenerative medicine.
Ask Me Anything
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM
New York University
An interactive Ask Me Anything session at New York University where attendees can pose questions to speakers in a live Q&A. Expect candid, informal dialogue on current topics, hosted in a university setting that encourages curiosity and open discussion.
DeWitt Goodman Seminar: Yael David, PhD
Wed, 6 May 2026 at 8:30 AM
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital P&S Amphitheater 1
Yael David, PhD presents on Diabetes, Cancer, and CAR T Cells: Targeting a Metabolic-Epigenetic Axis to Improve Immunotherapy, as part of the DeWitt Goodman Seminar. The event at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's Atchley PH 8E107 offers insights into metabolic-epigenetic targets to enhance CAR T cell immunotherapy.
Thriving in Transition: Perimenopause and Mental Health
Tue, 5 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
College of Physicians and Surgeons, 630 W. 168 St., New York, NY 10032 Amphitheater 1
An educational talk on perimenopause and mental health featuring Dr. Nicole Tchalim and Dr. Oluwakemi Balogun. Held in Amphitheater 1 at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, the session explores mood changes, sleep, anxiety, and psychiatric considerations during the transition, with practical guidance for patients and clinicians.
Norman and Alicia Volk Lecture
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM
NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, 433 First Avenue
The Norman and Alicia Volk Lecture arrives at NYU's Rory Meyers College of Nursing, 433 First Avenue, Room 220, weaving nursing science with public policy and human stories in a lucid, provocative talk.
CUEGR: Muzzling Science
Tue, 5 May 2026 at 11:00 AM
Columbia University hosts CUEGR: Muzzling Science, an Epidemiology Grand Rounds lecture on the history of government-controlled censorship and misinformation in public health, delivered by Alfredo Morabia (Alan Berkman Memorial Lecture). The talk is scheduled for May 5, 2026, 4:00–5:30 pm, with an in-person location to be announced and a Zoom option available.
The Importance of Connection - Addressing Loneliness and Isolation with Dr. Bob Talbot
Wed, 6 May 2026 at 8:00 AM
New York University
Join Dr. Bob Talbot at NYU for a focused session on loneliness and social connection. Learn definitions, health impacts, and practical strategies to increase meaningful interaction and build supportive networks in everyday life.