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Located in 11 cities across four continents, Columbia’s Global Centers serve as a local hub for purpose-driven education, research, public engagement, and collaboration. They support hundreds of cross-disciplinary programs annually, from public health to arts and culture, engaging thousands of faculty, students, partners, alumni, and community members.

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Faculty

Columbia Global Centers support global research through partnership, fellowships, and grants — as well as through spaces for convening, exchanging, and inspiring — and connect Columbia faculty with local researchers to collaborate on innovative projects. 

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Students

The Centers support unique global experiences for education, internships, and research for Columbia undergraduate and graduate students, for students from the communities where our centers are located, as well as for displaced students.

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Alumni

The Centers host events throughout the year coordinated with local chapters of the Columbia Alumni Association to encourage networking and creating connections to campus, as well as sharing knowledge and information. 

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Community

Each of the Centers curate thought-provoking events and create space for dialogue, connection, and networking. Our Centers also provide access to continuing education, executive education, leadership and social impact training, and bespoke Columbia experiences for local students.

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EXPLORE NEWS FROM THE CENTERS

Meaningful interactions with diverse communities foster Kraft fellows' understanding and appreciation of Kenya's culture and religious practices 

Early-career scholars who hold refugee status or have been forcibly displaced are invited to apply until March 19, 2025.

After a long wait, we are thrilled to reveal the newest members of the largest women’s leadership network in Brazil!