Rio Faculty Advisory Committee

The Faculty Advisory Committee comprises distinguished Columbia University faculty who provide academic leadership and guidance for the Center’s activities. Their insights help reflect Columbia’s educational strengths and promote academic exchange in what we do.

The Committee plays a vital role in connecting the Center with faculty interests, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and developing innovative programs that engage with important regional challenges. They represent a wide spectrum of faculty interests and disciplinary areas, selected for their expertise in Latin America as well as their dedication to advancing global scholarship.

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Alex Halliday

Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences and of Climate at Columbia University, Founding Dean Emeritus of the Columbia Climate School
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Paulo Blikstein

Director, Lemann Center for Brazilian Studies; Associate Professor of Communications, Media and Learning Technologies Design at Teachers College; Affiliate Associate Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University
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Brian Perkins

Associate Professor of Practice in Education Leadership; Director, Summer Principals Academy – New York City and New Orleans, Teachers College
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Cynthia Rosenzweig

Senior Research Scientist, NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies; Adjunct Senior Research Scientist, Center for Climate Systems Research, Climate School