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24/12/2024

We wish you happy holidays and a joyful New Year!

17/12/2024

What does it take to strengthen democracy in a rapidly changing world?

A record 2 billion+ people voted around the world in 2024. Columbia Global is working to support fair elections, combat misinformation, and empower civic engagement in the 21st century.

Explore our work and how we're shaping the future of governance. Continue learning about our work here: https://lnkd.in/eaa72ZbH

09/12/2024

Columbia University has announced 13 significant scientific breakthroughs in 2024, spanning cancer research, neuroscience, earth science, and more. These advancements highlight Columbia's commitment to addressing global challenges and enhancing human health.

At Columbia Global Center Istanbul, we are proud to be part of a university that consistently pushes the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. These discoveries not only contribute to scientific progress but also inspire future collaborations and initiatives worldwide.

We invite our community to explore these groundbreaking achievements and join us in celebrating the relentless pursuit of excellence by Columbia's researchers.

Clockwise from top left: Swirling hydrogen emissions and stars in an area of the night sky known as the cone nebula. The image was taken by the MDW Survey; Illustration of a brain dividing the day into chapters, including "commuting," "meeting," "lunching," and "relaxing"; illustration of a new technique to deliver anti-cancer cargo to the lungs; image of E. coli bacteria, grown in culture and adhered to a cover slip; illustration of a human brain surrounded by neurons.

Image and news source: Columbia News

Read more: https://news.columbia.edu/news/13-columbia-science-discoveries-had-impact-2024

25/11/2024

📢 CALLING ALL COLUMBIA GRAD STUDENTS!

Columbia Global Centers l Santiago is excited to announce the second year of their Grant Program, supporting graduate students with funding for travel, fees, and living costs to conduct research on diverse ecosystems and pressing issues at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Field Stations.

🔍 Masters and PhD students from any Columbia University school or affiliate are encouraged to apply to conduct research at one of these three unique Field Stations:

✅ Coastal Marine Research Station (Las Cruces)
Dive into marine ecology, sustainable management, conservation, oceanography, and other marine sciences.

✅ Local Development, Education, and Interculturality Center (Villarrica)
Engage in interdisciplinary research focused on sustainability of social-ecological systems, sustainable tourism, territorial planning, and education for sustainability in the south-central area of Chile.

✅ Cape Horn International Center (Puerto Williams)
Explore a biocultural approach to studying climate change and monitor how subantarctic ecosystems respond to it.

🗓️ Key Dates

Application Deadline: December 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EDT
Award Announcement: January 20, 2025
Expected Travel to Chile: Northern Hemisphere Summer 2025

👩🏽‍💻 More info about the process, FAQs & applications 👉🏽 https://globalcenters.columbia.edu/content/call-graduate-student-applications-student-travel-awards-field-station-research-chile

Don’t miss this opportunity to make your mark through groundbreaking research in Chile!

13/11/2024

📢 Join Us for Evening in America: Global Perspectives on the U.S. Election Results! 🇺🇸🌐

How are people across the globe reacting to the U.S. election results? Join us on November 19 at 6 PM for a lively discussion led by Columbia’s own Adam Tooze as we dive into how the election impacts Brazil, Türkiye, and Tunisia.

What’s happening:
🗣 Expert panel discussion featuring Directors from Columbia Global Centers in Rio, Istanbul, and Tunis.
❓ Interactive Q&A with audience members
📽 Event recording available on Columbia Global’s YouTube after

Speakers:

Adam Tooze (Moderator)
Tom Trebat (Director, Columbia Global Center Rio)
Ipek Cem Taha (Director, Columbia Global Center Istanbul)
Youssef Cherif (Director, Columbia Global Center Tunis)

📍 Location: The Forum, Columbia University

🔹 Save the date and join us for this global take on the 2024 U.S. election!

Click to learn more and register: https://globalcenters.columbia.edu/events/evening-america-global-perspectives-us-election-results

07/11/2024

Ready to lead change in your community? The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University invites rising global leaders to apply for a fully-funded, nine-month residential program in New York City focused on real-world impact.

Learn more about the program and how is helping rising leaders cultivate knowledge and skills to amplify the impact of their work in their home countries. Apply by Dec. 16, 2024: https://tinyurl.com/2x48y45z

29/10/2024

On this October 29, Columbia Global Center Istanbul honors the 101st anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye. As we reflect on a century of resilience, growth, and profound transformation, we’re reminded of the spirit of collaboration and openness that has shaped the nation.

Happy Republic Day to all!

22/10/2024

🌍 Risk Mitigation & Long-Term Recovery: Coordination Across Sectors

We invite you to our final seminar in the Post-Disaster Recovery and Resilience series, co-hosted with the Global Columbia Collaboratory and Columbia Global Center Istanbul.

This event will focus on cross-sector collaboration for mitigating risks and enhancing long-term recovery, especially in light of the recent earthquake in Türkiye.

✨ Learn from leading experts about how public-private partnerships can support resilient communities and infrastructure. Gain insights into lessons learned from recovery efforts in Türkiye and beyond.

📅 Event Date: October 28, 2024

🔑 Speakers include:

Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, Director at the National Center for Disaster Preparedness

Muray Güney, Lecturer in Anthropology

Şenay Ataselim, Executive Director, Turkish Philanthropy Funds

🚀 Let’s work together to build a more resilient future! Sign up today: https://tinyurl.com/52arcnfa

22/10/2024

The U.S. elections impact everyone, shaping global politics, economies, and social dynamics. This is a chance to hear firsthand how different parts of the world are preparing for the outcome, and why it matters to you, wherever you are. Don't miss this opportunity to gain unique insights into the far-reaching influence of the U.S. election on a global scale.

Speakers from China, India, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Türkiye—including Columbia alumna and political scientist Evren Balta—will share how this critical election is being viewed in their regions and explore what is at stake globally.

Register here: https://www.addevent.com/event/DE23288125

15/10/2024

Congratulations! ❤️❤️❤️

This year’s economic sciences laureate Daron Acemoglu was born in 1967 in Istanbul, Türkiye.

He earned his PhD in 1992 from The London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE, UK and is currently a professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, USA.

https://economics.mit.edu/people/faculty/daron-acemoglu

08/10/2024

📢 Join Us for the Global Columbia Collaboratory Seminar on Oct 14! 📢

Learn how to address the critical health needs of vulnerable communities in disaster-affected areas, with insights from experts on mental health, healthcare access, and resilience strategies, focusing on Türkiye's earthquake recovery.

Event Details: 🗓️ Date: October 14, 9 AM EDT
🌍 Location: Online Seminar
👩‍🏫 Speakers: Juliana Bol (Public Health), Çağhan Kızıl (Neurology), B. Yasemin Adalı (Art Therapy)

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and skills for post-disaster recovery!

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/hhzu4jyf

01/10/2024

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Your gift today helps us meet complex problems around the world with innovative research, global education, impactful scholarships, and meaningful international collaboration.

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27/09/2024

Columbia Giving Day is almost here! Help us kick off on Tuesday, October 1 andsupport Columbia Global in its mission to address complex global challenges through groundbreaking scholarly pursuits, leadership development, cutting-edge research, and projects that aim for social impact.. Save the date to make a difference in solving some of the world’s toughest challenges: bit.ly/GlobalCenterFB2024

18/09/2024

🚨 Join the first of our 3 global seminars on post-disaster recovery and resilience! 🌍

🗓 Sept 23 | 9 AM EDT
💡 Seminar: “Building Back Better: Multi-stakeholder, Multi-Risk Informed Urban Development”

Are you interested in how cities can rebuild stronger after disasters? 🌆 Join us for this free online event and engage with experts working on the earthquake recovery in Türkiye. 🇹🇷

Learn about:
🔹 Collaborative urban risk management after the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes
🔹 Rebuilding Hatay with innovative climate and urban planning solutions🌱
🔹 Equitable approaches to urban recovery for resilient, sustainable communities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your understanding of complex recovery efforts! 🧠

👉 Click here to register: https://tinyurl.com/4xtcb9w5

12/09/2024

Önümüzdeki salı, saat 18.00'de! LCV yapmayı unutmayın!

Columbia Global Center Istanbul, Columbia SIPA Türkiye Alumni işbirliğiyle, "Hukukun Üstünlüğüne Saygının Toplumsal Refah Boyutu" adlı bir konuşma yapmak üzere Av. Dr. Gönenç Gürkaynak'ı ağırlıyor. Konuşmasında hukuku ekonomiden, ekonomiyi hukuktan ayırmanın mümkün olmadığına değinecek olan Gürkaynak, bir toplumun refahının, haklardan ve ifade özgürlüğünden nasıl beslendiğini ele alacak. Gönenç Gürkaynak konuşmasında hukukun üstünlüğüne saygının toplumsal refahı nasıl etkilediğinden bahsedecek. Konuşmanın ardından soru-cevap olacak.

17 Eylül Salı günü saat 18.00’de Columbia Global Center Istanbul ofisinde gerçekleşecek bu özel etkinliğe sizi de bekliyoruz.

LCV için: https://tinyurl.com/7y9j363f

Etkinlik Tarihi: 17 Eylül Salı, 18.00

Etkinlik Mekânı: Columbia Global Center Istanbul ofisi

Etkinlik Türkçedir. The event will be held in Turkish.

10/09/2024

Columbia Global Center Istanbul, Columbia SIPA Türkiye Alumni işbirliğiyle, "Hukukun Üstünlüğüne Saygının Toplumsal Refah Boyutu" adlı bir konuşma yapmak üzere Av. Dr. Gönenç Gürkaynak'ı ağırlıyor. Konuşmasında hukuku ekonomiden, ekonomiyi hukuktan ayırmanın mümkün olmadığına değinecek olan Gürkaynak, bir toplumun refahının, haklardan ve ifade özgürlüğünden nasıl beslendiğini ele alacak. Gönenç Gürkaynak konuşmasında hukukun üstünlüğüne saygının toplumsal refahı nasıl etkilediğinden bahsedecek. Konuşmanın ardından soru-cevap olacak.

17 Eylül Salı günü saat 18.00’de Columbia Global Center Istanbul ofisinde gerçekleşecek bu özel etkinliğe sizi de bekliyoruz.

LCV için: https://tinyurl.com/7y9j363f

Etkinlik Tarihi: 17 Eylül Salı, 18.00

Etkinlik Mekânı: Columbia Global Center Istanbul ofisi

Etkinlik Türkçedir. The event will be held in Turkish.

05/09/2024

🌍✨ Ready to Make a Global Impact? ✨🌍

Columbia Global Center Istanbul and Columbia University’s Undergraduate Global Engagement invite you to step into the world of global learning with the Fall 2024 Global Columbia Collaboratory! 🚀

🔍 Focus: Post-Disaster Recovery & Resilience Dive into the powerful stories of recovery in Türkiye’s earthquake-hit regions and learn how communities can adapt, rebuild, and thrive. Connect with students, faculty, and experts to tackle critical global challenges! 🌱

💡 Why Join?
✅ Learn from Global Experts: Gain insights from international academics, NGO professionals, and practitioners in post-disaster recovery.
✅ Enhance Your Skills: Develop cross-cultural, collaborative, and problem-solving skills in real-world settings.
✅ Expand Your Network: Connect with peers from Columbia and around the world, building a network of future changemakers.
✅ Make a Difference: Contribute to hands-on projects, ideate solutions, and raise awareness about resilience efforts in Türkiye.

🔥 Program Highlights

📚 Global Seminars: Engage in thought-provoking sessions led by diverse experts.

👥 Small Group Meetings: Collaborate closely with peers on impactful projects.

🌐 Collaborative Project: Create a tangible deliverable that contributes to the global dialogue on resilience.

This is your chance to reflect, learn, and collaborate with Columbia Global Center Istanbul, faculty, and NGOs making a difference on the ground, supported by the Columbia Global Resilience Fund. 🌍❤️

📝 Apply by September 12 and start your journey towards becoming a global changemaker!

Apply here: https://global.undergrad.columbia.edu/program/global-columbia-collaboratory

30/08/2024

Celebrating Victory Day: A Turning Point in Türkiye's History

Today, Türkiye commemorates Victory Day (Zafer Bayramı), a symbol of national pride and resilience. On August 30, 1922, the Battle of Dumlupınar marked a decisive victory in the Turkish War of Independence, paving the way for the modern Republic of Türkiye.

Led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, this victory was more than a military triumph; it was the dawn of a new era, affirming Türkiye's sovereignty and shaping its future. From vibrant parades to heartfelt ceremonies, Türkiye honors the spirit of unity and the courage of those who fought for freedom.

Victory Day isn’t just a date—it’s a reminder of the power of perseverance and the enduring legacy of independence.