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News from the Paris Center, one of the 11 global centers of Columbia University. We collaborate with local and regional institutions to foster research, dialogue, and action that transcend borders and disciplines. Keep reading to learn about our work to advance knowledge and understanding in a changing world.
Jennifer Kessler, Executive Director of the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), writes about the concert organized at Reid Hall with the Institute for Ideas and Imagination and Columbia Global Paris Center on November 13, 2024.
In October, the Paris Global Center hosted events emphasizing our commitment to civic engagement, while initiating conversations on journalism and its current challenges.
Asia Society France recently hosted an insightful panel discussion on the escalating tensions surrounding ASML, Europe’s leading chip manufacturer, and its role in the ongoing tech war between the U.S. and China.
Cindy Liu transitioned from classical pianist to music management at Columbia, inspired by mentors and experiences at Reid Hall. Now at Universal Music Publishing, she advocates for artist rights and diverse representation.
Photographer Maxime Riché’s Paradise series shows the devastation and resilience of Paradise, California, after the 2018 Camp Fire. Recently purchased by Reid Hall, this print created with natural materials captures the lasting impact of climate disasters. Riché (SEAS ‘05) recently won the Prix Public Dahinden, and his work will be showcased at the Paris Photo festival.
Reid Hall has recently been enriched by a remarkable donation of books from the personal library of Geneviève Fabre, made by her son Pierre Fabre.
This year, the Columbia Global Center in Paris will host three of the thirteen conferences from the Marx 13/13 series, an initiative organized by the Columbia Center for Contemporary Critical Thought and led by Professor Bernard Harcourt.
2024 marks the 60th anniversary of the gift of Reid Hall to Columbia University by Helen Rogers Reid.
Columbia Global is now accepting applications for a suite of funding opportunities for faculty and researchers.
Génération Leaders is a program launched by Assa Traoré in 2022 to train a new generation of leaders committed to justice, equality, and the fight against all forms of discrimination, with a focus on solidarity, mentorship, and collective action. Lire l'article en français ici.
Génération Leaders est un programme lancé par Assa Traoré en 2022 pour former une nouvelle génération de leaders engagés pour la justice, l'égalité, et la lutte contre toutes les formes de discrimination, en mettant l'accent sur la solidarité, le mentorat et l'action collective. Read the English article here.
Learn more about our September activities, and stay tuned for our upcoming Fall initiatives.