M.A. Events
M.A. students enjoy a number of events designed and offered specifically to meet their academic and professional needs.
M.A. events
GSAS Compass Graduate Career Development
GSAS Compass helps doctoral and master’s students in the Arts and Sciences identify, work toward, and achieve their post-graduation career goals. It offers a variety of career development services tailored to the needs of master’s and doctoral students, including online workshops, events, and one-on-one career counseling.
More information about their events can be found here.
Each spring, alumni from previous M.A. cohorts come to campus to discuss experiences and share advice about life during and after a political science degree.
M.A. students considering applying to Ph.D. programs in political science or related fields are invited to a series of presentations offered by department faculty and Ph.D. candidates. Faculty share information about the Columbia Ph.D. program and what the admissions committee seeks in prospective students. The Ph.D. student panel offers their experiences and insights about student life and the Ph.D. academic workload.
Spring lunches are small, informal gatherings where M.A. students can enjoy a meal with a faculty member and engage in conversation beyond the classroom. These lunches offer a chance to discuss a wide range of topics, including the program, current research, academic and professional opportunities, and life after completing the M.A.
To celebrate the accomplishments of our M.A. students, the department hosts an End-of-year Capstone party and poster presentation. Students' Capstone project posters are displayed throughout the department floor, showcasing the breadth and depth of their work. In the evening, faculty, staff, and students gather to enjoy a festive reception and to recognize the dedication and achievements of the M.A. cohort.