Columbia Family Orientation 2016 by Columbia Family Engagement

2016 FAMILY ORIENTATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome........................................................................................... 2 Family Engagement.......................................................................... 3 About Columbia............................................................................... 3 Meet the Deans................................................................................ 4

International Student Orientation Program (ISOP) Family Programming Thursday, August 25......................................................................... 6 Friday, August 26.............................................................................. 6 Saturday, August 27......................................................................... 10

Family Orientation Schedule Sunday, August 28........................................................................... 13 Monday, August 29........................................................................... 16 Presenters......................................................................................... 20 Campus Map.................................................................................... 22 Subway Map..................................................................................... 24 Subway Information......................................................................... 26 Out on the Town............................................................................... 27 Eating in Morningside Heights......................................................... 28 Mobile Apps...................................................................................... 29 Keeping in Touch.............................................................................. 30 Resources......................................................................................... 31 Important Dates................................................................................ 32

Welcome Dear Class of 2020 Parents and Families, On behalf of Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Columbia University and to Family Orientation. You are now a part of our Columbia community, and we have planned a series of events to help acquaint you with our vibrant campus. We believe that orienting you to the student experience and the many resources available at Columbia will enable you to contribute positively to your student’s success. Family Orientation is designed to: •

Answer questions about the transition to Columbia

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Help you understand what to expect from the first year of college and the changing roles parents and families play

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Introduce many of the faculty, staff, alumni, and advisers with whom you and your student will engage

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Provide opportunities to get to know other Columbia families

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Connect you to the City of New York and its cultural and recreational opportunities

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Instill pride and excitement for Columbia and our traditions

During Family Orientation, you will have the chance to attend workshops to learn more about Columbia’s community of advisers, share coffee or a meal with families from across the country and all over the world, and participate in Convocation — a special event marking the official start of the Columbia academic experience. You’ll also have a chance to take advantage of the City of New York; in the following schedule, just look for this symbol for a small sampling of non-Columbia events going on throughout the city: My colleagues and I look forward to working with you and celebrating the accomplishments and successes of the Class of 2020. Sincerely,

Matthew J. Patashnick, Ed.D. Assistant Dean for Student and Family Support

Columbia College | The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science

Family Engagement Welcome, Columbia Families! Family Engagement works with the parents and families of Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science undergraduate students at all stages of their Columbia experience. Events like Family Orientation, Family Weekend, and Class Day are great opportunities to experience campus life, meet other families, and of course, celebrate your student. My office is always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide opportunities for families to get to know one another and to get involved at Columbia. I hope to meet each of you at Family Orientation and Family Weekend (Friday, October 21–Sunday, October 23, 2016), and if your future travels bring you to New York, please stop by for a visit! It is always a pleasure to get to know our families. Are you interested in getting involved in the Columbia community? We have opportunities to participate at events on campus and remotely. Email ugrad-family@columbia.edu or call 212-854-2446 for more information. If I can be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to reach out. Warm regards,

Sue Jordan Associate Director of Family Engagement

Columbia College | The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science

About Columbia Columbia University was founded in 1754 as King’s College by royal charter of King George II of England. It is the oldest institution of higher learning in the State of New York and the fifth oldest in the United States. The University is comprised of 16 schools and four affiliates, and has three campuses – the Morningside Heights campus, located at 116th St. and Broadway; the Medical Center campus, located at 168th St. and Broadway; and the new Manhattanville campus, located at 125th St. and Broadway. Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science are two of four undergraduate schools affiliated with the University, along with the School of General Studies and Barnard College.

Columbia College

James J. Valentini Dean of Columbia College, Vice President for Undergraduate Education, and Henry L. and Lucy G. Moses Professor James J. Valentini has served as Dean of Columbia College and Vice President for Undergraduate Education since September 2011. Affectionately called “Deantini” by Columbia undergraduates, he has been a member of Columbia’s faculty since 1990. Under his leadership, Columbia College is developing a strategic plan and recently launched its first campaign devoted exclusively to Columbia College students and faculty. The College has also initiated the Presidential Global Fellowship, offering a funded summer study abroad experience to rising sophomores, and expanded its commitment to entrepreneurship, joining the Columbia Startup Lab and sponsoring the Columbia Venture Competition’s Undergraduate Challenge. As the chief academic and executive officer of the College, Dean Valentini’s central focus is to support and develop the College so that students and faculty have the best possible experience. The dean oversees the College curriculum, which includes the Core Curriculum as well as the academic and programmatic services and policies that contribute to the undergraduate experience inside and outside of the classroom. He is a member of the Executive Committee of Arts and Sciences, which has major decisionmaking authority for the Arts and Sciences and its constituent schools. He frequently attends student events and hosts meals with students to discuss their undergraduate experience. Before becoming dean, Dean Valentini served as chair of the chemistry department and director of the chemistry department’s Undergraduate Studies Program. He also served on numerous College and University committees focused on curriculum matters, undergraduate affairs, alumni relations, and faculty governance, diversity and tenure, and was instrumental in creating  the Science Research Fellows program. Dean Valentini earned his B.S. in chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh, his M.S. in chemistry from the University of Chicago, and his Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, and completed postdoctoral work at Harvard. Before coming to Columbia, he was a member of the research staff at Los Alamos National Laboratory and a professor of chemistry at the University of California, Irvine. He has taught many undergraduate and graduate chemistry lecture courses and developed and taught research seminars for first-year students and seniors. He is a fellow in the American Physical Society and the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science

Mary C. Boyce Dean of Engineering and Morris A. and Alma Schapiro Professor Dean Mary C. Boyce leads the education and research mission of Columbia Engineering (SEAS) and is committed to facilitating and celebrating the creativity and innovation of students and faculty. She is a strong advocate for enabling interdisciplinary research collaborations across the School and the University, including extensively transforming research spaces and expanding the faculty in cross-cutting fields as wide ranging as data science, nano science, sensing and imaging, sustainability, and engineering in medicine. She has launched a Columbia MakerSpace, created ignition grants to support student physical and digital ventures, sponsored the Columbia Design Challenge: Confronting the Ebola Crisis, and established the SEAS Senior Design Expo. She also has inaugurated SEAS participation in the Columbia Startup Lab, and expanded entrepreneurship programming and the Columbia Venture Competition in close partnership with the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Columbia Entrepreneurship Initiative. Her research focuses on materials and mechanics, particularly in the areas on multi-scale and nonlinear mechanics of polymers and soft composites, both those that are man-made and those formed naturally. Her leadership in the field of mechanics of materials has expanded understanding of the interplay between micro-geometry and the inherent physical behavior of a material, which has led to innovative hybrid material designs with novel properties. Her research has been documented in over 170 archival journal articles spanning materials, mechanics, and physics. She has mentored over 40 M.S. thesis students and over 25 Ph.D. students. She has been widely recognized for her scholarly contributions to the field, including election as a fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the National Academy of Engineering. Prior to joining Columbia, Dean Boyce served on the faculty of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for over 25 years, leading the mechanical engineering department from 2008 to 2013. Dean Boyce is also a dedicated engineering educator and has been honored for her teaching at MIT, where she was named a MacVicar Faculty Fellow and received the Joseph Henry Keenan Innovation in Undergraduate Education Award. She earned her B.S. degree in engineering science and mechanics from Virginia Tech, and her M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from MIT.

ISOP Family Check-in 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Butler Plaza West

Move-in Scoop-in 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Butler Plaza West Take a break from moving and enjoy a frozen treat!

August 25–29: Show your Family Orientation name badge at Joe Coffee, located in the Northwest Corner Building on the 200 level, to receive a 20% discount.

Lunch 12:00–2:00 p.m.

John Jay Dining Hall Experience a meal as a college student. Remember to show your name badge and ticket when entering the dining hall.

Bed Bath & Beyond Shuttles 12:30–6:00 p.m.

Shuttles depart from College Walk, 116th St. and Amsterdam Ave. Forgot to buy a fan? Don’t have any hangers? Take our free shuttle bus to Bed Bath & Beyond to buy any household goods, bedding, bathroom accessories, or electronics that you need. Plus, students get a discount with their Columbia University ID! The shuttle leaves several times an hour. NOTE: The last shuttle will return to campus from Bed Beth & Beyond at 5:30 p.m.

Dinner 5:00–7:00 p.m.

John Jay Dining Hall Experience a meal as a college student. Remember to show your name badge and ticket when entering the dining hall.

Friday, August 26 Breakfast 7:30–9:00 a.m.

John Jay Dining Hall Experience a meal as a college student. Remember to show your name badge and ticket when entering the dining hall.

ISOP Family Programming

Thursday, August 25

Butler Plaza West

Coffee Refresher 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Lerner Hall, 5th floor

ISOP Welcome 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Lerner Hall, 2nd Floor, Roone Arledge Cinema

Mobile Phone and Banking Fair 10:30–11:45 a.m.

Lerner Hall, Basement Level, Party Space Students and families will receive information on local banking and mobile service options and learn how to set up student accounts.

The Core at Columbia 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Lerner Hall, 5th Floor, Room 555 The Core Curriculum is one of the founding experiments in liberal higher education in the United States, and it remains vibrant as it approaches its 100th anniversary. Come learn how students will engage in rigorous explorations of the human experience. Featuring Roosevelt Montás CC’95, GSAS’04, director of the Center for the Core Curriculum and associate dean of Academic Planning and Administration.

Family Luncheon 12:00–2:00 p.m.

Hospitality Tent, Hamilton Lawn Remember to bring your name badge with you when entering the tent.

Internship and Job Search Essentials for International Students 2:00–2:45 p.m.

Lerner Hall, 5th Floor, Room 555 Join representatives from the Center for Career Education (CCE) and the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) to learn about resources and services for international students, how each office works with students throughout their time at Columbia with particular emphasis on the first year, and challenges and strategies for international students in the internship/job search.

ISOP Family Programming

ISOP Family Check-in 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Departs from 116th St. and Broadway Families are welcome to join their students to help them to set up a bank account or purchase a mobile phone.

Letting Go – Challenges that Students and Families Face 3:00–3:45 p.m.

Lerner Hall, 5th Floor, Jed D. Satow Room The transition to college is momentous for students, and for their families, too! Please join Dr. Anne Goldfield from Columbia Health’s Counseling and Psychological Services for a discussion of some of the concerns that new college students face as well as the experience of this transition for family members.

Your Student’s Financial Life 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Lerner Hall, 5th Floor, Room 555 The Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing will provide an introduction to important milestones in your student’s financial life at Columbia, including billing, budgeting, student jobs, and key financial aid topics. Learn strategies for assisting your student with financial decisions and hear about the ways the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing supports Columbia families.

Butler Library Tour 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Departs from Butler Library, Room 203 Welcome to Butler Library, an intellectual center on campus. Tour this beautiful and historic building led by one of our humanities/ history librarians, and hear about the ways students and faculty use our vast collections of books and online resources and take advantage of our research support services.

Events marked with this symbol are not sponsored by Columbia but have been included to help you take advantage of all that NYC has to offer. Before you make your way to one of these events, we recommend checking the website listed for any updates to times, locations, and programs.

ISOP Family Programming

Mobile Phone and Banking Excursions 2:00–5:00 p.m.

Central Park (between Sheep Meadow and the 72nd St. Cross Drive) Nearest subway station: 72nd St. on the 1 line Desperately Seeking Susan (starring Rosanna Arquette and Madonna) is the story of a bored suburban housewife who, seeking adventure in her life, accidentally gets hit on the head, wakes up with amnesia, and is mistaken for a free-spirited New York City drifter named Susan. Visit centralparknyc.org for more information.

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Marcus Garvey Park, 18 Mt. Morris Park West (120-124th Sts. between Malcolm X Blvd. and Madison Ave.) Nearest subway station: 125th St. on the 2/3 line The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival is New York City’s annual salute to the legendary saxophonist. City Parks Foundation is proud to celebrate this historic festival, featuring contemporaries of Charlie Parker as well as young jazz musicians that continue to shape and drive the art form. This performance features Jason Lindner: Breeding Ground, Antoinette Montague and Jazzmobile Friends, and DJ Greg Caz. Visit cityparksfoundation.org for more information.

Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival: Amadeus (PG) 7:45–10:25 p.m.

Lincoln Center, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza Nearest subway station: 66th St. on the 1 line Amadeus won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1985, among seven other Oscars that year, including for director Miloš Forman and F. Murray Abraham as Salieri. Based on Peter Shaffer’s Tony Award-winning play (with an Oscar-winning screenplay by the playwright himself), Amadeus is famous for its bawdy portrayal of the genius composer, for its ravishing art direction, and for the scene in which Austrian Emperor Joseph II dubiously asserts that one particular Mozart composition had “simply too many notes.” No tickets are required for the festival. Visit metopera.org for more information.

ISOP Family Programming

Central Park Conservancy Film Festival: Desperately Seeking Susan (PG-13) 8:00–10:00 p.m. (Seating opens at 6:30 p.m.)

Breakfast 7:30–9:00 a.m.

John Jay Dining Hall Experience a meal as a college student. Remember to show your name badge and ticket when entering the dining hall.

New York City Double Decker Bus Tour 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Departs from College Walk, 116th St. and Amsterdam Ave. Enjoy a private bus tour of Manhattan and familiarize yourself with the city in which your student will be living. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. This tour is for Columbia family members only; students will attend ISOP programming during this time.

Les Misérables ($) 2:00–4:30 p.m.

Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St. Nearest subway station: 42nd St./Times Square on the 1/2/3 lines Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this blockbuster production tells the story of Jean Valjean, an ex-convict who breaks parole and is then hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever. Spanning years of Valjean’s life, the story goes from the streets of Paris, across the bridges of the Seine, and straight into the heart of a revolution. Featuring the songs “I Dreamed A Dream,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” and “On My Own,” Les Misérables is a timeless tale of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption — an enduring testament to the survival of the human spirit. ($): Tickets must be purchased in advance and picked up outside of the theater. To claim your tickets, please find our staff member wearing a Columbia blue polo between 1:00–2:30 p.m. Unclaimed tickets will be forfeited after 2:30 p.m.

ISOP Family Programming

Saturday, August 27

Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Avenue Nearest subway station: Astor Place on the 6 line Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP, the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music, and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm. ($): Tickets must be purchased in advance. All reserved tickets will be held at theater box office will call window.

Riverside Park Tour 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Departs from Butler Plaza West Join local naturalist Ken Chaya for a guided tour of Riverside Park, a scenic waterfront public park steps away from the Columbia campus. Attendees will learn about surprisingly abundant local plant and bird life and city history on this two-hour walking tour. Tickets required.

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival 3:00–7:00 p.m.

Marcus Garvey Park , 18 Mt. Morris Park West (120-124th Sts. between Malcolm X Blvd. and Madison Ave.) Nearest subway station: 125th St. on the 2/3 lines Charlie Parker Jazz Festival is New York City’s annual salute to the legendary saxophonist. City Parks Foundation is proud to celebrate this historic festival, featuring contemporaries of Charlie Parker as well as young jazz musicians that continue to shape and drive the art form. This performance features Randy Weston African Rhythms Sextet, Cory Henry & The Funk Apostles, the artistry of Jazzmeia Horn, Charles Turner III, and Master Class: Samuel Coleman. Visit cityparksfoundation.org for more information.

ISOP Family Programming

STOMP ($) 3:00–5:00 p.m.

1071 Fifth Ave.(between 88th and 89th Sts.) Nearest subway station: 86th St. on the 4/5/6 lines Committed to innovation, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation collects, preserves, and interprets modern and contemporary art, and explores ideas across cultures through dynamic curatorial and educational initiatives and collaborations. Every Saturday, from 5:45–7:45 p.m., visitors can pay what they wish for admission. Suggested admission is $10, and the last ticket is issued at 7:15 p.m. A line forms at 5:15 p.m. Visit guggenheim.org for more information.

Central Park Conservancy Film Festival: Stuart Little (PG) 8:00–10:00 p.m. (Seating opens at 6:30 p.m.)

Central Park (between Sheep Meadow and the 72nd St. Cross Drive) Nearest subway station: 72nd St. on the 1 line In Stuart Little, the Little family adopts a charming young mouse named Stuart, but the family cat wants to get rid of him. Visit centralparknyc.org for more information.

Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival: Le Nozze di Figaro 7:30–10:30 p.m.

Lincoln Center, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza Nearest subway station: 66th St. on the 1 line In this free encore screening from the Metropolitan Opera’s Live in HD series, James Levine conducts one of Mozart’s most memorable scores, with an ensemble of rising stars and Met veterans including Amanda Majeski, Marlis Petersen, Isabel Leonard, Peter Mattei, and Ildar Abdrazakov. Director Richard Eyre’s elegant production sets the action in the early 20th century. (Original transmission: October 18, 2014.) No tickets are required for the festival. Visit metopera.org for more information.

ISOP Family Programming

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum ($) 5:45–7:45 p.m.

Sunday, August 28 Breakfast 8:00–11:00 a.m.

Hospitality Tent, Hamilton Lawn There’s nothing like moving in to work up an appetite. Come join us for a continental breakfast in front of Hartley and Wallach Halls. Remember to bring your name badge with you when entering the tent.

Family Check-in/Registration 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

August 25–29: Show your Family Orientation name badge at Joe Coffee, located in the Northwest Corner Building on the 200 level, to receive a 20% discount.

Butler Plaza

Green Market 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Broadway between 114th and 116th Sts. Open year-round on Thursdays and Sundays, this market is located on Broadway along the west side of the Columbia campus, from 114th St. to 116th St.

Coffee Refresher 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 6th Floor, Room 603

Family Luncheon 12:00–2:00 p.m.

Hospitality Tent, Hamilton Lawn Join your student and fellow first-year Columbia families for lunch on the lawns. Remember to bring your name badge with you when entering the tent.

Bed Bath & Beyond Shuttles 12:00–5:00 p.m.

Student Financial Services 12:00–12:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 5th Floor, Room 517 Student Financial Services partners with all University schools to support the removal of financial barriers that might stand in students’ way, so that they can be free to pursue their academic endeavors.

International @ Columbia 12:00–12:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 702 Multicultural Affairs (OMA) is a resource for all students to help in their personal development and connect students with one another through sharing each other’s diverse cultural experiences. Learn how OMA supports international students through mentoring, interactive workshops, student organizations, and leadership opportunities.

Parents as Partners: Supporting the Health of Students 1:00–1:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 6th Floor, Room 602 Maintaining a focus on health and learning to navigate health systems can be a challenge. We invite you to join members of the Columbia Health team to learn more about our services, how we work to support the health and well-being of your student, and how you can partner with us. By working as partners we provide support and learning opportunities as your student works to achieve her/his personal and academic goals.

Columbia Dining 1:00–1:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 717 Parents and families are invited to an interactive workshop hosted by Vicki Dunn, executive director of Columbia Dining. This workshop will educate participants about the various dining options available to Columbia students.

Student Life on Campus 2:00–2:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 5th Floor, Room 517 Undergraduate Student Life staff work to support, engage, and connect your student to our community. Learn about the opportunities for your student as s/he explores student involvement on campus, our diverse community, and life in the residence halls. Featuring Tara Hanna, executive director of Residential Life; Cristen Kromm, dean of Undergraduate Student Life; and upper-class students who will reflect on their approach to involvement during their time at Columbia.

Beyond the Gates: Academics Abroad 2:00–2:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 702 This presentation will cover the reasons for students to consider a semester abroad, the logistical elements of program choices, financial considerations, and academic credit, and will give a brief overview of other international opportunities and fellowships.

James H. and Christine Turk Berick Center for Student Advising Presentation 3:00–3:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 6th Floor, Room 602 Learn how the Berick Center for Student Advising (CSA) supports students through one-on-one advising conversations and advising programs, and by connecting students with academic and non-academic opportunities and resources at Columbia and beyond.

Your Student’s Financial Life 3:00–3:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 717 The Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing will provide an introduction to important milestones in your student’s financial life at Columbia. Learn strategies for assisting your student with financial decisions and hear about the ways the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing supports Columbia students and families.

Letting Go — Challenges that Students and Families Face 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 5th Floor, Room 517 The transition to college is momentous for students, and for their families, too! Please join Dr. Anne Goldfield from Columbia Health’s Counseling and Psychological Services for a discussion of some of the concerns that new college students face as well as the experience of this transition for family members.

Responsible Community @ Columbia 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 702 Find out how to talk with your student about maximizing the Columbia experience without potential alcohol-related consequences. You can play a significant role in encouraging and supporting healthier decision making with your college student. Please join key campus partners to learn about Columbia’s efforts and how you can reinforce the message to be smart, safe, and responsible.

Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival: Il Trovatore 8:00–10:00 p.m.

Lincoln Center Plaza, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza In this free encore screening from the Metropolitan Opera’s Live in HD series, Anna Netrebko stars as Leonora in Sir David McVicar’s Goya-inspired production of Il Trovatore. Dolora Zajick, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, and Yonghoon Lee complete the quartet of stars in Verdi’s tragedy. No tickets are required for the festival. Visit metopera.org for more information.

Monday, August 29 Breakfast 7:00–11:00 a.m.

Family Check-in/Registration 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Butler Plaza

Coffee Refresher 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, Main Lobby

Bed Bath & Beyond Shuttles 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Letting Go — Challenges that Students and Families Face 9:30–10:15 a.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 717 The transition to college is momentous for students, and for their families, too! Please join Dr. Anne Goldfield from Columbia Health’s Counseling and Psychological Services for a discussion of some of the concerns that new college students face as well as the experience of this transition for family members.

August 25–29: Show your Family Orientation name badge at Joe Coffee, located in the Northwest Corner Building on the 200 level, to receive a 20% discount.

LGBTQ Students and Families at Columbia 9:30–10:15 a.m.

Mudd Hall, 8th Floor, Room 833 Join families of LGBTQ and ally students and LGBTQ-identified parents for a chance to connect, learn about LGBTQ @ Columbia resources, and get to know the Columbia and NYC LGBTQ community!

Beyond the Gates: Academics Abroad 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Center for Career Education (CCE) Services and Resources for Columbia Undergraduates 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Low Library, Faculty Room Learn how the Center for Career Education (CCE) partners with students throughout their time at Columbia to help them explore their interests and career options, prepare application materials, get ready for interviews, find and secure internship and job opportunities, and connect with alumni and employers to build networks in their fields of interest.

Columbia College Faculty Lecture: “What We Know About the Universe (and What We Don’t Know)” 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Schermerhorn Hall, 5th Floor, Room 501 Astronomy is unlike other sciences — there are no experiments we can perform or expeditions we can mount to manipulate the objects of our study. We are reduced to passively observing the light the Universe sends us, some of which has traveled billions of years before falling on our telescopes. As a consequence, we are always seeing the past. Far from being a disadvantage, however, this allows us to read the history of the Universe directly by looking out to objects at different distances. We can watch how galaxies form and grow by gobbling up their neighbors. And we can map the nearest million galaxies and trace them back to the tiny fluctuations in the early Universe from which they emerged. Replete with colliding galaxies and a fly-through of the Universe set to the Blue Danube waltz, this lecture provides one-stop shopping for a comprehensive tour of all of space and time — or at least of the 4 percent we actually understand. David Helfand, a professor of astronomy at Columbia University for the past four decades, served as chair of the department and co-director of the Astrophysics Laboratory for 15 years. He is president emeritus of the American Astronomical Society and of Quest University Canada. He has received the Columbia Presidential Teaching Award and the Great Teacher Award from the Society of Columbia Graduates. His first book, A Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age, appeared this year.

Columbia Engineering Faculty Lecture “An Integrated Engineering Education” 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Mudd Hall, 8th Floor, Room 833 Learn why engineering has been called the newest liberal art. At The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, students not only study science and mathematics and gain technical skills, but also delve into literature, philosophy, art history, music theory, and major civilizations through the Core Curriculum in the humanities. Kristin Myers is an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Her current obstetrics research is done in collaboration with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Columbia University Medical Center. She received her mechanical engineering doctorate and master’s degree from MIT and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan.

Family Luncheon 12:00–2:00 p.m.

Hamilton Lawn Tent Join your student and fellow first-year Columbia families for lunch on the lawns. Remember to bring your name badge with you when entering the tent.

Your Student’s Financial Life 1:00–1:45 p.m.

Mudd Hall, 8th Floor, Room 833 The Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing will provide an introduction to important milestones in your student’s financial life at Columbia, including billing, budgeting, student jobs, and key financial aid topics. Learn strategies for assisting your student with financial decisions and hear about the ways the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing supports Columbia families.

James H. and Christine Turk Berick Center for Student Advising Presentation 1:00–1:45 p.m.

Hamilton Hall, 7th Floor, Room 702 Learn how the Berick Center for Student Advising (CSA) supports students through one-on-one advising conversations and advising programs, and by connecting students with academic and non-academic opportunities and resources at Columbia and beyond.

New Student Convocation 2:30–4:00 p.m.

Low Plaza (tented) Before the New Student Orientation Program (NSOP) begins, we invite you and your family to attend New Student Convocation, the annual event marking the beginning of your student’s undergraduate experience. After you’ve moved your student into her/his residence hall, join Columbia University President Lee C. Bollinger, Columbia College Dean James J. Valentini, Columbia Engineering Dean Mary C. Boyce, administrators, faculty, and student leaders as we welcome you and your student into the Columbia community.

Family Reception 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Low Library, Rotunda After you wish your student “good luck” and “farewell for now,” and remind her/him that you’ll only be an email or phone call away, s/he will officially begin the New Student Orientation Program (NSOP). We invite you to join other families and Columbia College and Columbia Engineering staff and administrators for a farewell reception.

Presenters Angie Carrillo

Associate Dean James H. and Christine Turk Berick Center for Student Advising

Courtney Como

Executive Director, Employer and Alumni Relations Center for Career Education

Vicki Dunn

Executive Director, Dining Columbia Dining

Anne Goldfield, Ph.D.

Associate Director, Counseling and Psychological Services Columbia Health

Tara Hanna

Executive Director, Residential Life Undergraduate Student Life

Latif Legend

Assistant Director Financial Aid and Educational Financing

Jennifer Lynn Love

Director, Student Service Center University Registrar

Presenters Dr. Michael P. McNeil

Executive Director, Alice! Health Promotion, Student Health Insurance, and Immunization Compliance Columbia Health

Anice Mills

Undergraduate Services Librarian Columbia University Libraries

Roosevelt MontĂĄs

Director of the Center for the Core Curriculum and Associate Dean of Academic Planning and Administration The Center for the Core Curriculum

Niamh Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien

Associate Dean, Undergraduate Career Development Center for Career Education

Chia-Ying Pan

Director of Education, Outreach, and International Student Support, Multicultural Affairs Undergraduate Student Life

Chris Woods

Assistant Director of LGBTQ Outreach, Multicultural Affairs Undergraduate Student Life

Jodi Zaffino

Assistant Director of Fellowships Programs Office of Global Programs and Fellowships

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The Subway The New York City subway system is managed by the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and runs 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, and has 468 stations serving 24 subway lines — more than any other system in the world. Routes are identified by letters ( A B C , etc.), or numbers ( 1 2 3 , etc.) These routes serve Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. Staten Island is accessible from Lower Manhattan by a free ride on the Staten Island Ferry, and is served by the Staten Island Railway (SIR). Subway fare is $2.75, with the exception of SingleRide tickets, which cost $3. Subway entrance is payable with a MetroCard, which can be purchased at an MTA vending machine or from the station agent. The MTA charges a $1.00 “new card fee” for each new MetroCard purchased; avoid this fee by keeping and refilling your current MetroCard. SingleRide tickets are available for purchase only from MTA vending machines. People 65-years or older and people with qualifying disabilities who show a proper form of identification (including a Reduced-Fare MetroCard or a Medicare card) are eligible for a reduced fare. The front and side of every train displays the route number or letter of the subway line. In many instances, trains from more than one subway line stop at particular stations and platforms, so you’ll want to be sure to read the route number or letter before you get on. Keep in mind that local trains make every stop while express trains skip some stops. Express stations are open circles on the MTA’s subway map; local stations are filled in circles. Please Note: Although the subway operates 24-hours a day, not all station entrances are accessible at all times or have full-time agents.

Traveling on Weekends: Using the Weekender Maintenance and repairs are typically done late at night and on weekends, when fewer people are using the subway. The Weekender is your guide to understanding these planned service changes. You’ll be able to check by line or by station and zoom in on the diagram provided online or through The Weekender app. If a station is blinking, simply click to get details and travel alternatives for reaching your desired station. You can find the free The Weekender app in the Google Playstore and the Apple App Store. If you do not have a device to download the app, find information on service changes at mta.info/weekender or at each station, either posted or by speaking with a station agent in the booth.

Across-the-platform Transfers and Connections Many subway stations let you cross the platform to change from one route to another. However, at times trains leave before customers can make the connection. This usually happens during rush (peak) hours when the subway is busiest and trains run more frequently. If a train doesn’t proceed, it can affect the schedule, backing up trains behind it and slowing service all along the line.

Out on the Town Columbia staff members were asked to weigh in on their favorite New York experiences, restaurants, and places to visit!

Good Eats New York is the food capital of the world, known for its variety of ethnic cuisines, great restaurants, and the ability to find any kind of food at any hour of the day. •

Try a cannoli at Rocco’s Pastry Shop in the West Village (243 Bleecker St.)

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Experience dim sum in Chinatown

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For one of the best burgers in town, visit Shake Shack (Madison Sq. Park, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Battery Park, Theater District, Grand Central Terminal, and Brooklyn)

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Check out Katz’s Deli for a classic New York eatery (205 E. Houston St.)

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Try Eataly! It is the largest artisanal Italian food and wine marketplace in the world (200 Fifth Ave.)

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One of the reasons why New York is a foodie’s mecca: Chelsea Market (75 9th Ave.)

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In the mood for some comfort food? Check out Red Rooster (310 Malcolm X Blvd.)

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Grab a slice of pizza at the original Patsy’s Pizza (1st Avenue and 118th St.)

Things to Do and Places to See If you have a few free hours, here’s a list of our must-see places around the city. •

Take a stroll in Central Park or Riverside Park, or walk across the Brooklyn Bridge

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Ride a bike along the Hudson River (rentals are available)

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Walk along the High Line Park, built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side

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Play a game of mini-golf at Pier 25 along the West Side Highway

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Visit the American Museum of Natural History on the Upper West Side

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Soak in some jazz at Lincoln Center

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Take a ride on the Staten Island Ferry, East River Ferry, or Circle Line

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See the sights at the South Street Seaport

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The Met Cloisters Museum and Gardens are easily accessible by subway, bus, or car

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Check out the Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg

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Enjoy views of the Manhattan skyline from Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City, Queens

Eating in Morningside Heights From pizza to burgers, falafel to sushi, and burritos to salad, the dining options are nearly endless at Columbia. Feel free to ask us for our personal recommendations, or just head to one of these delicious spots in our neighborhood, Morningside Heights.

Amigos 2888 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Mexican fare and unique dishes

Friedman’s 1187 Amsterdam Ave. Between 118th and 119th Sts. Burgers and fries

Amir’s 2911 Broadway Between 113th and 114th Sts. Mediterranean cuisine

The Heights Bar & Grill 2867 Broadway Between 111th and 112th Sts. Southwestern bar food with a rooftop

Artopolis Espresso 1090 Amsterdam Ave. at 114th St. Bakery, crepes, sandwiches

Kitchenette 1272 Amsterdam Ave. at 122nd St. Traditional diner food

Bernheim and Schwartz 2911 Broadway Between 113th and 114th Sts. Beer hall and restaurant

Koronet Pizza 2848 Broadway Between 110th and 111th Sts. Biggest slice of pizza around

Chipotle Mexican Grill 2843 Broadway Between 110th and 111th Sts. Burritos, tacos, salads

Le Monde 2885 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Sts. Traditional French bistro

Community Food & Juice 2893 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Sts. New American cuisine, juice bar

Mel’s Burger Bar 2850 Broadway Between 110th and 111th Sts. Burgers, fries, and shakes

Deluxe 2896 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Sts. Traditional American diner fare

Milano Market 2892 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Sts. Italian deli

Dig Inn Seasonal Market 2884 Broadway Between 112th and 113th Sts. Locally sourced, farm-to-counter food

Nussbaum & Wu 2897 Broadway at 113th St. Sandwiches, soups, and salads

Dinosaur BBQ 700 W. 125th Street at Riverside Drive Traditional barbecue menu Five Guys 2847 Broadway Between 110th and 111th Sts. Burgers and fries

Strokos 1090 Amsterdam Ave. at 114th St. Pizza and deli sandwiches Tom’s Restaurant 2880 Broadway at 112th St. Diner, otherwise known as “That Seinfeld Restaurant”

Mobile Applications Central Park

The official mobile guide to one of New York’s most popular green spaces, this app from the Central Park Conservancy provides users with a wealth of information about the many attractions and activities in Central Park.

Citymapper

Reinventing the transport app, Citymapper is built for commuters and their daily needs. One single app for all the different use cases and challenges of city life.

Exit Strategy NYC

Exit Strategy NYC shows you where to stand on the platform so you’ll board the train at the right position to arrive directly in front of the exit at your destination station. You’ll beat the crowds and avoid walking several city blocks underground. Some people call it ‘pre-walking’. Others call it genius.

MoMA

A modern way to consume modern art. Search the museum’s collection, check out current and upcoming exhibits, and take guided tours.

Moovit

The #1 global app for public transportation combines all transit options together in a single app and gives the user total control over their travels so that they can finally enjoy peace of mind when riding public transportation.

NYC Way

ParkMe Parking

The award-winning free app that helps you find and reserve the closest and cheapest parking around. Save money and time. Your spot is guaranteed!

The Scoop

The Scoop is a guide to New York City from the staff of The New York Times. Here’s how it works: The New York Times gives you lists of its favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, stores, and events; you go out and enjoy the city.

Time Out NY

This app provides updated event listings, as well as reviews of the arts, music, nightlife, restaurants, and bars. Listings can be sorted by “Critic’s Picks” and “Free and Cheap.”

Yelp

Yelp is a website and mobile app that connects people with great local businesses. Users can search for nearby restaurants, bars, businesses, and stores to see photos, business information, and, as you’d expect, plenty of user reviews.

Zomato

This app is here to help you make an educated decision about where to eat among the infinite culinary options in the city, and it even locates the closest restaurants to you, filtering them by price and cuisine.

Delivering more than 60 apps for street vendors, nightlife, tourist attractions, subway stations, the garbage collection schedule, and everything in between. It’s hard to believe that this is also free!

Keeping in Touch Sending Mail to Your Student About Mailboxes

Each incoming student receives a mailbox number from Columbia Mail during the summer before their first academic term. Mailboxes are located on the ramps of Lerner Hall.

Addresses

The following format should be used for student mail: [Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Full Name][Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4-digit Mailbox Number] 70 Morningside Drive New York, NY 10027 All student mail should be sent to this address. Mail should never be sent to a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence hall address.

Sending Packages Packages may be sent to the Package Center, located in Wien Hall. The Package Center holds packages for 14 days and sends regular email notifications to students during this time. For more information on packages, please see the Return Package Policy at mailservices.columbia.edu.

Updating Your Email Address Columbia communicates with families primarily by email. Make sure we have your preferred email address on file and let us know when it changes by filling out our online form at cc-seas.columbia.edu/parents/email.

Questions? Staff from Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School for Engineering and Applied Science will be available to greet you and answer questions at the Family Orientation check-in tents on Butler Plaza.

Resources and Contact Information Center for Career Education • careereducation.columbia.edu • 212-854-5609 • cce@columbia.edu Columbia Health Medical Services • health.columbia.edu/ medical-services • 212-854-7426 Columbia Housing • housing.columbia.edu • 212-854-2779 • housing@columbia.edu Counseling and Psychological Services • health.columbia.edu/ counseling-and-psychological services • 212-854-9473 Disability Services • health.columbia.edu/ disability-services • 212-304-7029 Family Engagement • cc-seas.columbia.edu/ parents • 212-854-2446 • ugrad-family@columbia.edu

Financial Aid and Educational Financing • cc-seas.financialaid. columbia.edu • 212-854-3711 • ugrad-finaid@columbia.edu International Students and Scholars Office • isso.columbia.edu • 212-854-3587 • isso@columbia.edu James H. and Christine Turk Berick Center for Student Advising • cc-seas.columbia.edu/csa • 212-854-6378 • csa@columbia.edu Office of Global Programs and Fellowships • ogp.columbia.edu • 212-854-2559 • ogp@columbia.edu Student Financial Services • sfs.columbia.edu • 212-854-4400 • ssc@columbia.edu Undergraduate Student Life • cc-seas.columbia.edu/ studentlife • 212-854-3612 • ugradstudentlife@columbia.edu

Important Dates Here are some important dates we want to make sure you are aware of for the upcoming 2016–2017 academic year and beyond.

Tuesday, September 6 First day of Fall 2016 classes Friday, October 21– Sunday, October 23 Family Weekend Monday, November 7–Tuesday, November 8 Fall Break (no classes) Thursday, November 24–Friday, November 25 Thanksgiving Break (no classes) Monday, December 12 Last day of Fall 2016 classes Friday, December 16–Thursday, December 22 Final examinations Friday, December 23–Monday, January 16 Winter Break (no classes) Tuesday, January 17 First day of Spring 2017 classes Monday, March 13–Friday, March 17 Spring Break (no classes) Monday, May 1 Last day of Spring 2017 classes Friday, May 5–Thursday, May 11 Final examinations Wednesday, May 20, 2020 University Commencement for the Class of 2020 32

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Join us for Family Weekend: Friday, October 21â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x2030;Sunday, October 23

Family Weekend is a special opportunity for families to visit campus after the start of the fall semester to experience, if only for a weekend, what it means to be a Columbia student. Hundreds of Columbia families attend from around the globe to enjoy a variety of events and programs, including faculty lectures, campus and neighborhood tours, panels, presentations, and receptions. Family Weekend registration will open online on Thursday, September 15.