Lectures & Talks in New York City

Emerging mCDR governance issues at the London Convention & Protocol

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 6:00 AM

Lecture

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.

Risk, Resilience, & Returns: Biodiversity as Competitive Edge for Business

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM

Online Event

Lecture

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.

Proseminar: Dr. Aimee Hilado presentation

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Kimball Block (246 Greene St, New York, NY)

Lecture

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.

Inga Richter Seminar Series: Dr. Shino Murakami

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM

Hunter College

Lecture

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.

"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

Lecture

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.

Lecture: “Did Dorothy Day Fail the Black Freedom Movement?”

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

O’Hare Special Collections Room, Walsh Library

Lecture

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.

Redrawing Power: The Supreme Court and the Future of Executive Authority

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

Hunter College

Lecture

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.

The Many Lives of Alexandra Danilova

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Lecture

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.

DIY Grrrl: Constructing, Disrupting, and Reclaiming Girlhood in the 1990s

Mon, 20 Apr 2026

80WSE

Lecture

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.

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

Lecture

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.

Ethics Grand Rounds

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Hybrid

Lecture

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.

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

Lecture

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.

American Religion is...Renewal

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

Union Theological Seminary, 3041 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 The Burke Library

Lecture

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.

Exploring Healthcare Careers

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

Wasserman Center, Presentation Room B

Lecture

An informational session at NYU Wasserman Center exploring careers in healthcare, with insights on paths, skills, and opportunities.

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

Lecture

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.

Digital Colonialism

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 2:00 PM

CUNY Grad Center, 365 5th Ave

Lecture

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.

Essential Insights: Using Data to Tell Better Stories

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM

Via Zoom

Lecture

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.

Advancing Digital Dentistry

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM

Lecture

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.

Crash Dummies Podcast

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Loft At City Winery - New York City

Lecture

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.

Kevin Cooley: Climate & Nature-Based Art

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 6:30 PM

Lecture

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.

Architects Discuss How Design Shapes Cultural Production

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 6:30 PM

Lecture

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.

Lawmaking under Authoritarianism in Argentina, Brazil, and Spain

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM

International Affairs Building

Lecture

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.

DeWitt Goodman Seminar: Matthew Carter, PhD

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital P&S Amphitheater 1

Lecture

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.

BFG Flagship Program Week 9

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 8:30 AM

School of Professional Studies

Lecture

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.

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