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Bearing the names of two Harlem-raised Columbia College alumni, the Thompson-Muñoz Scholars program embodies Columbia’s commitment to invest in first-generation and low-income students from local communities. Between 2016 to 2019, only 5 percent of the program’s cohort was accepted into the Columbia College and the School of Engineering and Applied Science from open-admission public schools, according to public data.

Six nights a week, two or three Columbia student volunteers walk down Broadway wearing red North Face backpacks filled with sandwiches, socks, toiletries, and feminine hygiene products. They share these items in an effort to create and sustain relationships with members of their community who are experiencing homelessness.

The Office of Multicultural Affairs has appointed Vanessa Gonzalez-Siegel, TC ’17, to serve as the associate director of multicultural affairs and LGBTQ outreach, and Alison Jackson to serve as associate director of multicultural affairs and international student support following several months without permanent representatives for either position.

Streamlining communication and finalizing funding for a rooftop party next month were both on the table at this week's General Studies Student Council meeting.

As they continue the process of distributing $76 million to the West Harlem community, representatives of the West Harlem Development Corporation said that while their current outreach has been successful, local residents need more programs that can teach them how to effectively apply for grants.

Oh boy, somebody wasn't too happy with yesterday's Columbia Community Outreach event. A J-school grad from 2003 sent this email to the event's coordinators, alleging that the whole thing was an "unmitigated disaster" led by a bunch of incompetents. It's a fun read.more

First-year engineers in SEAS will have a major change to Gateway Lab in order to be introduced to a wider range of engineering material. [News] Columbia Outreach celebrated its 30-year anniversary in President Lee Bollinger's garden, discussing the changes that have happened and the challenges the organization continues to face. [News] Stephanie Chou, CC '09, uses her degree in a nontraditional way by incorporating math theory in her jazz music. [A&E] Alexandra Katz reminisces about her college experience and wonders what the future will hold after graduation. [Opinion]

CCO 2011, Columbia's annual community service day, is approaching quickly (April 2 is this Saturday!) and the deadline to register is midnight today! Columbia Community Outreach is a an undergraduate service day promoting community service on campus at various sites around the city. Students, faculty, alumni, and administrators are applicable, and CCO encourages everyone to participate. Volunteers receive free breakfast, lunch, pizza, and t-shirts. Check out some of this year's highlights and photos of last year's events. 1.Walk it Out! The Walk it Out! program at Harlem Hospital Center is a comprehensive physical activity program for older adults, including volunteer-led Walking Clubs, Alvin Ailey Dance Workshops, and San Bao Tai Chi and Qigong workshops. The goal is to enhance access to neighborhood spaces for physical activity and to develop informational outreach activities to promote holistic health and prevent illness among Harlem's senior citizens. This April marks the one-year anniversary of the Walk It Out! Program at Harlem Hospital Center. CCO volunteers will view a presentation on the origins and development of the program and receive training on how to lead an outdoor walking club for seniors. Volunteers will then meet Harlem seniors in the program, and join them on a walk down a Walk It Out! trail to Marcus Garvey Park and/or Central Park. A light brunch and refreshments will be served.more