Rain, cancellation of plans and changing weather
Hello EPD-ers!
We hope everyone made it to the other side of stormy rains without getting stranded on the subway or the roads, and we hope you're feeling better this Monday. This weekend meant that plans had to get canceled at the last minute, and a lot of muddy laundry piled up. We hope you were able to relax at the end of the week even if it meant low-key parties in tiny apartments, having a cup of hot chocolate, reading a book or watching a movie.
The postponement of the EPD retreat due to the rainy conditions was a bummer. We had been looking forward to seeing everyone for weeks so we were truly disappointed. We hope to be able to reschedule or plan other EPD fun gatherings. Please stay tuned.
This week’s newsletter includes:
- EPD Student Spotlight - Himadri Ratnayake
- EPD Events
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EPD Coffee Dates Finalized
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Career Advancement Center Events
- Events at and around Columbia
- Virtual Career Event - Society for International Development (SID)
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TED Talk Recommendation of the Week – Birds Aren’t Real? How a Conspiracy Takes Flight
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EPD Office Hours
EPD Student Spotlight - Himadri Ratnayake
 Hi! My name is Himadri! l'm Sri Lankan-American, born and raised in California. My concentration is EPD and my specialization is IO/UN Studies. I graduated from my undergrad with two BAs, one in Political Science: International Affairs and the other in Art History. I found my passion for international affairs through my time in Model UN, where I encountered individuals from a multitude of backgrounds. Long story short, on my way back home from my first international conference in Canada, I realized that this is what I want to do for the rest of my life. In my spare time, I love going out and trying new food/coffee places, experiences, and overall other fun activities. If you ever want to hangout and do something fun or even study, hit me up!
Students who would like to be featured in our newsletter can submit their story and a picture here.
EPD Events
- Community Savings Circles and Remittances: Building on the Trillion Dollar Informal Economic System
When: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 | 1-2 pm
Where: Room 801
Register here
The "informal economic sector” swirls around us. We outsiders can’t see it, yet a villager or immigrant could tell us how it works. Ask the townsfolk and villagers who run the most transparent and community-minded savings groups how they would organize more groups. Grassroots Finance Action did just this and was astounded by the results.
Please join Jeffrey Ashe, Director of Grassroots Finance Action and SIPA Adjunct Professor, for a discussion of how these community savings groups are revolutionizing access to very much needed resources among the most disadvantaged.
EPD Coffee Dates Series
EPD Coffee Dates are finally here! Thank you so much for your overwhelming response for signing up for the coffee dates. The details of coffee dates and who you have been matched with will be shared with the participants soon. We look forward to your feedback for this initiative.
Fill this form if you want to participate! The form will be closing in the next couple of hours.
Career Advancement Center Events
When: Monday, October 2, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 411
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Monday, October 2, 2023
Time: 2:10 pm - 5:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 420
Dress Code: Business Casual
For more information, CLICK HERE.
When: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 411
Dress Code: Business Casual
Employer Information Session
When: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 11 am - 12:00 pm
Where: online event
When: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 411
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 403
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Thursday, October 5, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 405
Dress Code: Business Casual
For more information, CLICK HERE.
When: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
Where: Columbia Law School
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 411
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: IAB, Room 1501
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, Room 409
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Thursday, October 12, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: Online event
Dress Code: Business Casual
When: Monday, October 16, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: IAB, 402B
Dress Code: Business Casual
For more information, CLICK HERE.
Events at and around Columbia
- MUSIC MONDAY FT. THE HARLEM CHAMBER PLAYERS
When: Monday, October 2, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: The Forum: 605 W. 125th Street
Enjoy a world premiere piece from Alyssa Regent alongside chamber music by Missy Mazzoli and Julia Wolfe during this celebration of living composers and their music. [Learn more]
- RESTLESS: A CONVERSATION WITH JOSEPH KAI
When: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: Maison Française East Gallery, Buell Hall
Join in conversation with Joseph Kai as he presents excerpts and images from his debut graphic novel, which examines the life of a queer man in Beirut finding community and activism through comics. Learn more
- INAUGURATION OF MINOUCHE SHAFIK
When: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Where: Online & Low Plaza
The Inauguration of Minouche Shafik is a celebration of Columbia’s 20th president and a public reaffirmation of the university’s commitment to service, impact, and academic excellence . Learn more
Virtual Career Event - Society for International Development (SID)
 Want to connect with representatives from top international development organizations from the comfort of your own home? SID is inviting job seekers of all levels to join thier Career Fair Workshop on October 5 and at the Career Fair on October 11 to connect with organizations representing all sectors of development, including NGOs, consulting firms, government agencies, the private sector, universities, and more. You can find more information here.
TedTalk of the Week
- Birds Aren’t Real? How a Conspiracy Takes Flight | Peter McIndoe
Peter McIndoe harbors a rather unconventional perspective on our feathered friends, and his theory about birds is bound to leave you astonished. Join us in this thought-provoking TED Talk as it veers in unexpected directions, ultimately delivering a powerful message about the world of conspiracies, the pursuit of truth, and our sense of belonging during times of division.
Click here to access the video and embark on this intriguing journey of discovery.
EPD Office Hours
- José Antonio Ocampo, EPD Co-Director
- Eugenia (Jenny) McGill, EPD Co-Director & EPD Workshop Director
- Ilona Vinklerova, Concentration Manager
- Paras Abbasi (MPA/EPD), Program Assistant
- pa2643@columbia.edu
- Email for appointment
- Orcun Dogmazer (MIA/EPD), Program Assistant
- od2263@columbia.edu
- Email for appointment
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