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Implication of No Kings: Marching for democracy
As polarization increases nationwide, the No Kings movement highlights the importance of peaceful protest and civil dialogue.
Margaret O’Halloran
Dec 2, 2025


International Archaeology Day: Celebrating community-based research
International Archaeology Day was celebrated on October 18 at the Gatehouse Community Garden to highlight Columbia’s continuing archaeological research and commitment to sharing archaeology with the community beyond the gates.
Aya Yamauchi
Dec 2, 2025


The Barnard Authors Shelf: Celebrating Barnard literary excellence
A reflection on author Karissa Chen’s (BC ʼ04) visit as part of Barnard’s Authors Shelf series to discuss her critically acclaimed novel, “Homeseeking.”
Ana Licollari
Dec 2, 2025


Facing SNAP’s uncertain future: What it means and how students can help
Here is what to know about the evolving status of SNAP assistance and how these changes are affecting the most vulnerable — both across the nation and within our Morningside Heights community. What does this volatility signal about the future of food insecurity and social safety net programs in America?
Frances Aebker
Nov 27, 2025


The endless growth of pickleball
Why the sport once dominated by retirees is now the fastest growing in America, including at Columbia.
Megan Morey
Nov 24, 2025


Review: ‘The Skriker,’ a Columbia MFA directing thesis
Delia Dumont’s immersive Columbia University School of the Arts directing thesis of “The Skriker” raised questions on what is right or wrong, real or fake, and ultimately, reality as a whole.
Cai Dewrell
Nov 24, 2025


Who even is Swirl Girl? Penny Shapiro and her infinite devotion to continual creation
Barnard student artist Penny Shapiro, known as Swirl Girl, approaches her multi-media artistry with a unique ambition and dexterity, never failing to express her inner self within each liminal mode.
Sasha Zimet
Nov 21, 2025


Her listeners have matured. Can Taylor Swift grow up with them?
In her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl," Taylor Swift vows to step into her most mature era yet. But as her teenage listeners have all grown up, can her music still resonate?
Blanka Gyorfi-Toth
Nov 20, 2025


Tuition increases leave low-income students cutting costs
As Barnard’s cost of attendance rises again, low-income and first-generation students say they’re being forced to cut meal plans, take on extra work, and rethink how they will afford another year on campus.
Pai Sinpatanasakul
Nov 17, 2025


To speak or not to speak: The challenges of navigating protests as an international student
How shifting immigration policies and campus crackdowns are forcing international students to weigh solidarity against the risks of losing their futures in the United States.
Pavlina Solomou
Nov 17, 2025


‘It feels like the entire organization is untethered’: What is going on with the Athena Center?
Impacted by Barnard College’s budget and staff cuts, the Athena Center for Leadership has not continued with many of its usual programs and operations this semester.
Kimberly Wing
Nov 17, 2025


A day in the life eating around Barnard College: Five delicious eats in Morningside Heights
Barnard students can easily access the many cuisines the Big Apple has to offer right around campus.
Katherine Hong
Nov 16, 2025
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