Memorial Day Weekend Happenings

New York City streets tend to lose about half its pedestrians on Memorial Day Weekend, either to trips out of town, trips to the beach, or trips to the couch to watch movie marathons. But there are still plenty of urban adventures to experience for those that are staying close to the asphalt this weekend. To help get you started we've listed a tiny fraction of the events taking place this weekend. Pick up the New York Times, Time Out New York or any other city newspaper or magazine to see what's happening over the next three days.

Brooklyn Academy of Music Bazaar/Dance Africa - Shop food, crafts and fashion. Enjoy poetry, music and dance in this outdoor market celebrating the African Diaspora.

Coney Island USA - Sample the Sideshow by the Seashore, brave the Cyclone, visit the Batting Range, race around Go-Kart City, or simply "people watch." There's no shortage of stuff to do here.

Fleetweek - The sailors have docked! Check out the Navy Flight Simulator, watch a parade, jam with the Navy Band during Fleetweek 2007 New York City.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art ("The Met") - Normally closed on holiday Mondays, The Met will be open on Memorial Day as part of its Met Holiday Monday program.

Summer Grub Part II - Off Campus Eats

For those of us NOT on a meal plan and looking for a more diverse selection should visit CUEATS an independent website featuring all there is to eat and drink in the Columbia area. From Thai restaurants to 24-hour delis, from cigarette vendors to health nut hot spots, there's something for everybody. Thanks to Strat Comm's Christy for bringing this little nugget of information to our attention!

Summer Grub

Dashing to class on an empty stomach is a bad idea, plain and simple.

So make sure you know where to go on campus for some summer snacks and caffeine jolts. The CU Dining department lists all the spots on campus where you can fill up before or after class. Click here for the full rundown. Bon apetit!

FundRaising Success Asks: Too Much Competition?

The IRS charters almost 2,500 new charities every month. That’s nearly 30,000 new competitors for your nonprofit every single year. And when’s the last time you heard of one going out of business?

You have more competition now than ever before. And when you wake up tomorrow, there are going to be even more people trying to steal your donors or at least asking them to share their gift...(read full article)

Strat Commer Named "NYer of the Week"

Strategic Communications student Alex Price has been named "NYer of the Week" by NY1 News, for his involvement in launching the non-profit organization New York City Ties, which comprises a group of young professionals working to raise awareness and funds for a myriad of local charities. Currently the organization is working with the Ronald McDonald House and Gilda's Club NYC. The inspiration for the organization was born out of Alex wishing to commemorate his father who died of a heart attack several years ago. “Coming up on that year anniversary, I reached out to a handful of my friends to do something, to host a fundraising event for the American Heart Association and I just wanted to give whatever proceeds that we made to them in his name,” said Price. To read more about the organization visit the NYer of the Week .

It's On! Summer Registration Begins Again Today

If you didn't get the chance to register during the Early Registration period for the summer 2007 term here's your chance. Summer Registration begins again today until May 21st. You can add or drop courses during your registration appointment times without penalties. After the 21st? Well, that's another story....Anyway, to find out what your appointment times are as well as your PIN, go Student Services Online and log on using your UNI and password. Session D, E and X classes begin May 21st.

Summer Session Calendars
Summer Session D (May 21 - Jun 29)
Summer Session E (May 21 - Jul 20)
Summer Session H (Jun 04 - Jun 29)
Summer Session Q (Jul 02 - Aug 10)
Summer Session R (Jul 02 - Jul 27)
Summer Session X (May 21 - Aug 10)

The next opportunity to register for fall 2007 courses is August 28th - 30th.

School of Continuing Educations Honors Its Grads

On Tuesday, May 15th, the School of Continuing Education at Columbia University will honor the graduates of 2007 during a Class Day ceremony and reception where over 100 students from the Strategic Communications, Technology Management, Fundraising Management and Landscape Design M.S. programs are scheduled to toss their caps in the air. Acting Dean Peter Awn will welcome the candidates and their guests and Kate D. Levin, Commissioner, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, will deliver the keynote address. On Wednesday, May 16th, the University will confer degrees on over 12,000 students during the standing-room-only Columbia University commencement main event. Please check back later for photos from the graduation activities.

Congratulations Graduates!

Columbia Sets the Stage for Commencement, Speakers

The velvety grey pavement free of embedded gum and cigarette butts...the glistening auburn bricks incapable yet of destroying heels...the steady metamorphosis of Main Campus into a grand
amphitheater - the signs of Columbia University's 2007 Commencement are all around us. And as is the tradition, an impressive line-up of speakers and honorees will be present to give this year's graduates a proper send off. Visit the Commencement news site to find out which pediatric neurosurgeon, university president, CNN White House correspondent, and Supreme Court president, among others, will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to society.

The School of Continuing Education congratulates

its students on their accomplishments.

Best of luck in your future endeavors!

Francis Ford Coppola Coming to Columbia - Tickets on Sale Now

Five-time Oscar winner FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA will be visiting Columbia University on Saturday, May 19, for a special event that begins at 6 PM at the Miller Theater.

CODA, Coppola's new documentary/reflection on his career and personal filmmaking philosophy,will be screened. The director of such films as "The Godfather," "Apocalypse, Now," and "The Conversation" will then engage in a Q&A moderated by Annette Insdorf.

A limited number of tickets for this event will be available at the Film Office in Dodge Hall (5th Floor) starting Thursday, May 10.

Tickets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. If you pick up a ticket, you must attend or return the ticket if you can't make it. The office opens at 10 am and closes at 5pm. Don't miss this opportunity to hear one of the greatest filmmakers of our time!

Get Ready to Register for Summer 2007 Courses

You're next chance to register will take place between May 17th - 21st. Check Student Services Online (SSOL) to find out what your PIN and appointment times are. The University Registrar's Office usually posts appointments about 2 weeks before the start of the registration period, so if you check on don't see information, just make sure to check back frequently.