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Need for ‘cutting-edge research,’ ‘strong commitment to academic freedom’ cited as top priorities in presidential search

Over 9,000 Columbia staff, students, faculty, alumni, and other community members responded to a presidential search survey conducted over the summer.

By Audrea Chen / Deputy Photo Editor
The search for Columbia’s 21st University president has been ongoing since April, with plans to have the next president take office no later than Jan. 1, 2026.
By Spencer Davis and Jenny Ye • September 16, 2025 at 2:35 PM





























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