Undergraduates in the Emerging Filmmaker Mentorship Program present short films that explore the joyful and messy realities of human connection at the 2026 Athena Film Festival.

Goldmark, Former Professor of Professional Practice in Theater at Barnard College and Associate Dean of Engagement and Impact at Columbia Climate School, dedicates her time to empowering artists to innovate and inspire change.

A spotlight on Girls Who Film, a student organization led by Columbia and Barnard students that works to empower women through inclusive, accessible filmmaking.

For college students with tight budgets seeking a break from their busy schedules, here are five affordable ways to experience autumn across the city.